What a CLIA Certified Cruise Counselor Actually Does

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

When you’re planning a significant cruise vacation, you have choices about how to book: directly with the cruise line, through an online travel booking engine, or through a qualified travel advisor. What you may not realize is that there’s a meaningful difference between a general travel agent and a CLIA Certified Cruise Counselor—and that difference can have a real impact on your experience and your investment.

What Is CLIA?

CLIA stands for the Cruise Lines International Association. It is the world’s largest cruise industry trade organization, representing more than 50 cruise lines globally and over 15,000 travel agency members.

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What a CLIA Certified Cruise Counselor Actually Does

What Is CLIA?