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BRING CRUISING INTO THE BUBBLE
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Hello <<First Name>>
Yesterday’s announcement of a trans-Tasman travel bubble is a great step forward for tourism and will be welcomed by the many thousands Australian and New Zealand travel agents who have been devastated by border closures over the past year.
It’s a positive move, but it also highlights the lack of progress from governments towards a responsible resumption of local cruise operations.
The extensive new health protocols adopted by cruise lines globally are among the most comprehensive of any industry worldwide and are already working successfully in several countries overseas. With these measures in place, Australia and New Zealand have an opportunity to begin phasing in carefully controlled cruises in our own waters.
Whether it’s local cruising within a domestic model, or trans-Tasman cruising within a regional bubble, now is the time for our governments to move towards resumption.
CLIA has had extensive discussions with governments and will continue to do so. To support our efforts, visit www.WeAreCruise.org for resources and templates to help you contact your Member of Parliament and amplify our voice.
Ocean Debut Showcase
Globally, cruise lines continue to advance towards recovery and have a series of incredible new ships and onboard experiences to launch over coming seasons.
To highlight these latest developments and provide insight for travel agent members, CLIA is planning an Ocean Debut Showcase next month to outline all the exciting new ships preparing to join the world fleet in 2021.
As the latest in our online event series, this week-long showcase will offer presentations from multiple cruise lines as they explain the features and positioning of more than a dozen new cruise ships soon to make their debut.
Full details will be announced soon, so stay tuned.
Stay safe,
Joel Katz
Managing Director, CLIA Australasia
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Over the past year medical experts have made extraordinary advances as they work to understand and combat COVID-19, helping to support the travel industry as it works to uphold safety and revive world tourism.
To help share these latest insights, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has partnered with Carnival Corporation and Hilton to host a 2021 Global Scientific Summit on COVID-19 on April 15.
The online summit is free to join and is now open for registrations. It will bring together top global scientists and health experts to discuss the latest discoveries and best practices for living in a world with COVID-19, building on a similar forum hosted last year.
For more information and registrations, visit www.covidsciencesummit.com
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CLIA TRAVEL AGENT REWARD SPOTLIGHT
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BOOKING CRUISES?
Earn rewards (bonus commission, rebate or a gift voucher) for one eligible cruise booking made between 1 Jan and 31 Dec 2021 from each of the participating CLIA Cruise Lines.
Earn your membership fee back many times over with the potential to earn rewards totalling over $1,500 for every CLIA Travel Agent!
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Earn $150 bonus commission on all open voyages for bookings in a Sea Terrace or higher
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Earn $50 bonus commission on all open voyages that are 7 nights or longer
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Visit the CLIA Members Hub for a summary of all reward offers available.
*Rewards are valid for one new eligible booking per cruise line made between 1 Jan and 31 Dec 2021 only. Please refer to individual reward T&C available in the CLIA Members Hub.
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PARTICIPATING CRUISE LINES
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The theme for CLIA LIVE this year is
“The Guest Experience” and the training is designed to assist you to:
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- understand how the guest experience will change when operations resume, with the introduction of new onboard health and safety measures
- understand the unique selling points of each cruise brand
- learn about the experience guests will enjoy onboard – in relation to dining, accommodations and on board activities and entertainment
- learn about the latest onboard technology and innovative experiences for guests
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CLIA will open the event with a brief overview of the new health protocols that will support the future of cruising, and participating cruise lines will provide any relevant and available updates on new policies that are being introduced.
Attendees will earn 30 CLIA points per day for attending!
As the industry prepares for the resumption of cruise, it is more important than ever for travel agents to keep themselves updated. Not only is CLIA LIVE a fabulous chance to hear from all cruise lines at once, it also provides a wonderful opportunity for you to meet and engage with industry peers.
Tickets are only $50+gst per day
All CLIA events will operate within the venue’s COVID Safe Plan to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for all attendees. We appreciate your cooperation.
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CLIA LIVE SYDNEY
*TICKET SALES CLOSE THIS FRIDAY*
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Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 April 2021 at Rydges World Square, Sydney
Participating Cruise Lines
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Please note that our events in Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne and Auckland will be scheduled later this year.
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CLIA AUSTRALASIA CRUISE360
*Tickets can only be purchased by CLIA Travel Agents*
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The Cruise360 Australasia Conference will return in 2021 to the Hyatt Regency Sydney on Friday 27 August 2021
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NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE
Earn a $20 gift card for every booking in April with NCL’s Partners First Rewards.
It’s also not too late to earn Points for your March bookings – simply submit by 21 April.
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OCEANIA CRUISES
Be rewarded for making Oceania Cruises bookings through Oceania Trade Rewards. Through this platform, retail travel partners in Australia and New Zealand can accumulate points, which can be redeemed for gift cards. You’ll earn 15 points just for signing up!
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MSC CRUISES
Let’s get Ready to Sail!
Book your clients’ next holiday now and they can enjoy more on us with up to $600 OBC, valid on ALL 2022 itineraries*, plus Max Booking Flexibility and more!
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REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISES
Free Extended Explorations promotion continues through April, allowing your clients to extend their stays both before and after select voyages, plus they’ll enjoy a 50% reduced deposit when booking. Space is limited so secure your client’s voyage and desired Free Land Programmes before 30 April 2021. Download the toolkit to generate interest in our luxurious inclusive holiday experience.
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PONANT, YACHT CRUISES & EXPEDITIONS
Following the launch of their 2022 Kimberley season, PONANT have also updated their Pro Area Toolkit. Create your account or log in today and download your sales tools, inspirational content, imagery, flyers and brochures.
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PAUL GAUGUIN CRUISES
With the launch of their highly-anticipated 2022 sailings, Paul Gauguin Cruises have updated their Pro Area Toolkit, filled with content, sales tools and training to get your clients ready to discover the charms of the South Pacific! Create your account or log in now to download your 2022 tool kit.
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Francis Travel Marketing represents thirteen CLIA Cruise Lines in New Zealand - including Holland America Line, Carnival Cruise Line, Windstar Cruises, A-ROSA, Crystal Cruises, Dream Cruises, Luftner Cruises, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, PONANT, Oceania Cruises, Regent Seven Seas and Paul Gauguin Cruises.
For more information and to view promotional offers, visit www.francistravelmarketing.co.nz
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#WEARECRUISE
#READYSETSAIL
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