Your Gateway to Growth

Travel Trade Membership

CLIA membership is the mark of credibility in cruise. As a agent member, you gain the recognition with your official EMBARC ID, resources, and support to grow your cruise business with confidence. Membership connects you to the world’s largest network of cruise travel professionals and ensures you benefit from CLIA’s global commitment to professional development, business growth, and industry leadership. 

Gain knowledge. 
Build confidence. 
Grow your cruise business.

Membership Benefits 

CLIA membership delivers a set of core benefits: credibility through CLIA recognition and awards, growth through benefits and resources, expertise through training and certification, and community through events and networking. Below are the key benefits you unlock as a member: 

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Professional Development

CLIA’s comprehensive education programs give you in-depth industry knowledge and trends, equipping you to sell with confidence and authority.

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Certification

Through CLIA’s globally recognized certification programs, you can earn professional credentials that elevate your brand, enhance your credibility with clients, and demonstrate your expertise to cruise lines.

Certification Information
Resources & Tools

As a CLIA member, you gain access to industry tools, research insights, and business support resources that save time, streamline sales, and strengthen your business.

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Recognition Awards

Regional CLIA Awards celebrate rising stars and industry leaders, giving members visibility and prestige within the cruise community.

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Regional Memberships

Discover CLIA membership built for your area. Every region delivers distinct opportunities, events, and resources that empower you to expand your cruise business with strength and assurance.

Join at the regional level by clicking on your region 

United Kingdom, Ireland, Europe, and surrounding areas

United States and Canada

Brazil and surrounding areas

Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, and surrounding areas

Earning my CLIA certification nearly 20 years ago provided me with the core knowledge to get my career off the ground. I am grateful for CLIA's continually evolving training offerings both digitally and in person that enhance travel advisors ability to understand the complexity of the cruise market

Daniel Genung