A total of 37 cruise lines will lead the biggest cruise trade exhibition ever held in the Southern Hemisphere this week as Cruise360 Australasia gets underway in Sydney.
Hosted by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), Friday’s Cruise360 exhibition will bring together leading cruise lines alongside ports, destinations, tourism operators and other travel providers, offering 48 exhibitors in all.
“This year’s exhibition is the biggest we have ever hosted and there will be more time available for delegates to explore the show,” said CLIA Managing Director in Australasia Joel Katz. “The exhibition is an essential element of Cruise360 Australasia and it provides a fantastic opportunity to connect with sales representatives and learn more about the latest opportunities in cruising, one-on-one.”
To be held at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney, this year’s sold-out Cruise360 Australasia conference and trade exhibition will attract a record crowd of close to 850 CLIA travel agents and cruise industry representatives.
Under the theme Embrace the Future, it will offer a conference program designed to equip travel agents with the latest insight to help them cater to new clients and grow their cruise business. A total of 28 industry experts will take the stage, including six international leaders.
“Our 2024 conference will help CLIA members understand the forces shaping the Australasian cruise market and the many opportunities presented by a thriving cruise sector,” Mr Katz said. “We will hear from experts on how to reach new-to-cruise travellers, and discuss the growing opportunities available in areas like luxury cruising, expedition cruising, and experiential travel.”
This year’s Cruise360 Australasia conference will be preceded by a sold-out River Cruise Showcase on Thursday afternoon, providing a special focus on the diverse range of holidays available on inland waterways. The conference will also include a harbourside cocktail event to welcome delegates on Thursday night.
Further information and program details are available at Cruise360 Australasia.
