CLIA strengthens Its network by welcoming new partners
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced that Beyond Cruising and Cornish Gems have joined its network as Associate Partners, reinforcing support, networking, and growth opportunities for the cruise industry and related luxury experiences.
Beyond Cruising specializes in creating cruise packages and combined cruise-and-land tours for the travel trade, offering a wide selection of cruise lines, flexible durations, and land extensions worldwide. As part of CLIA, the company will receive a dedicated profile page on trade.cruising.org, including business information and commercial contacts, as well as privileged access to member-only events and opportunities to connect with CLIA’s extensive commercial network.
Beyond Cruising
Beyond Cruising will also participate as a Premium Sponsor at the CLIA Conference, scheduled from 4 to 6 June 2026 in Southampton. The event represents the largest annual opportunity for travel agents in Europe, featuring ship visits, conference sessions, a trade show, and a celebratory evening. Registration is already open for all CLIA members.
Guy Novik of Beyond Cruising highlighted the company’s excitement at joining CLIA as an Associate Partner, emphasizing that the company was created to support travel agents in growing their cruise business with confidence. He added that the partnership with CLIA strengthens this support and allows Beyond Cruising to share its expertise with the wider trade community.
Andy Harmer, Managing Director of CLIA UK & Ireland, noted that Beyond Cruising’s inclusion represents a valuable contribution to the CLIA community, thanks to its tailored cruise-and-land packages and strong commitment to supporting the trade. Harmer emphasized the desire to work with Beyond Cruising to continue inspiring and supporting the cruise sector.
Meanwhile, Cornish Gems, a luxury holiday rental company, has also joined CLIA UK & Ireland as an Associate Partner. Cornish Gems offers an exclusive collection of handpicked properties across Cornwall, combining five-star comfort, contemporary design, and authentic local charm. The company will receive a profile page on trade.cruising.org with business details and commercial contacts, plus access to member-only events and opportunities to connect with CLIA’s commercial network via newsletters, the online trade board, and a dedicated UK trade Facebook group.
Cornish Gems
Michelle Baillie, Managing Director of Cornish Gems, expressed great enthusiasm about the company joining CLIA as an Associate Partner, highlighting that the partnership provides the opportunity to showcase hand-selected luxury properties and premium experiences to a wider audience, combining exceptional service with the distinctive charm of the Cornish Gems. Andy Harmer noted that Cornish Gems represents the best of British coastal hospitality, making it an ideal partner for the CLIA network, and added that the collaboration demonstrates how cruise and land experiences can perfectly complement each other for travelers.
The addition of Beyond Cruising and Cornish Gems as Associate Partners highlights CLIA’s ability to establish strategic collaborations with operators and businesses across different sectors, strengthening synergies between cruise tourism and quality hospitality. These partnerships provide travel agents with practical tools and development opportunities, consolidating CLIA’s position as a key industry reference and supporting the growth of cruise business in Europe and beyond.
In summary, CLIA UK & Ireland once again confirms its role as a facilitator of networking, training, and innovation, creating valuable connections among members, promoting best practices, and supporting the ever-evolving cruise industry.
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