CLIA Cruise Podcast

Charlotte hopped aboard the sixth-largest cruise ship in the world, the brand new MSC Grandiosa, to talk to Managing Director Antonio Paradiso about what makes the first-ever Meraviglia Plus-class ship so special.

https://justgiving.com/crowdfunding/andyandlucy Andy Harmer and Lucy Huxley prepare for their ascent of Kilimanjaro and are joined by Brian Young from G Adventures later in this week's episode, but first you join us live from our first-ever Ireland Cruise Conference as Andy sits down with keynote speakers; trainer and coach Debbee Dale, and Wildlife TV presenter Patrick Aryee.

Ahead of her naming ceremony in Miami this week, Andy hopped aboard Norwegian Encore sat down with Norwegian Cruise Line Managing Director Eamonn Ferrin to discuss the brand new ship, the future of the fleet, and the cruising boom across Ireland, the UK and beyond.

Live from the conference floor at CLIA River Cruise Conference 2019 in Amsterdam, Andy Harmer and Travel Weekly's Lucy Huxley sit down with Uniworld MD Chris Townson to talk about how the industry has changed, and the cruise line's new focus on Super Ships.

Our final day at #Cruise360Malta began as we hopped aboard Azamara Pursuit. Greeted by the team, Toby sat down with UK & Ireland Managing Director, Richard Twynam, to discuss the brand, the decision to move away from 'Club Cruises', and the increased focus on destination immersion.

Coming to you live from Malta, some of our travel agents got a chance to hop aboard Holland America Line Koningsdam, where Andy Harmer sat down with Managing Director Lynn Narraways and Head of Sales Wendy Lahmich to discuss Malta, the event and the future of Holland America Line.

Coming to you live from aboard Princess Cruises' brand new Sky Princess, Charlotte Humphrey sits down with Princess Cruises EVP Rai Caluori to discuss what innovations to expect on the new vessel. Later, Toby Cruse sits down with Cruise Adviser's Sam Ballard and Anthony Pearce as they prepare to host their first adventure and expedition cruise event...

This week we head back to CLIA Conference 2019 to listen to the full speech of one of our fantastic, inspirational speakers, Azamara CEO Larry Pimentel, who takes us on a journey from his impoverished upbringing to looking forward to the Next Generation of cruisers.

Silversea Cruises' Connie Georgiou joins us in our latest live learning session, where she discusses luxury, expedition and the Silversea brand.

This week, Andy sat down with the head of sales for Fred River Cruise, David Chidley to talk about the river lines they work with and to answer your questions in our facebook live learning session.

Celebrity Cruises' Susana Romero takes us on a trip to the Galapagos as she discusses everything you need to know about the region - from the sights and scenery to the unique scientific opportunities cruising brings...

CLIA's Charlotte Humphrey joined Princess Cruises' Tony Roberts in Italy, hopping aboard the upcoming Sky Princess to talk about next generation technology and the future of Princess...

Avalon Waterways' Giles Hawke talks about the growth of the river cruise sector, and the unique ways cruising is tackling growing environmental and sustainability concerns.

Back by popular demand, travel expert and cruise YouTuber Gary Bembridge returns to CLIA HQ to talk about how you can focus on your mind, body and soul, improving your wellness on your next cruise holiday...

In the latest of our Live Learning Sessions, Port of Seattle's Caroline Corfield-Rose joined Andy to answer your questions and to let you in on some of the lesser known secrets of Seattle and Washington State.

In another of our Live Learning Sessions, Celebrity Cruises' Leon Hand joins us in the studio to discuss everything from Edge to Flora and beyond. Leon also answers the pressing questions, including: 'why is Celebrity the Kate Middleton of cruises?'

In a special bonus episode, we spoke to Scenic's Director of Sales UK, Joseph Grimley to mark the inaugural sailing of Scenic's brand new ultra-luxury ship, Scenic Eclipse.

This week we joined Colin Downing in Amsterdam to get a look onboard the upcoming Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse, where Colin discusses everything from the unique design decisions to getting Dame Helen Mirren in a submarine...

Virgin Voyages Shane Riley talks to CLIA's Andy Harmer on what's happening at Virgin Voyages. Plus find out what agents and passengers can look forward to from this "Rebellious Luxe" Cruise line.

Speaking at the CLIA Cruise Conference 2019, just before Sir Richard Branson's surprise entrance, Virgin Voyages CEO Tom McAlpin sat down with Lucy Huxley to talk about how the cruise line wants to break the mould...

In our first ever CLIA Live learning session - our Facebook Livestream Q&A - this week, talking all things Carnival, from the upcoming Carnival Mardis Gras to Carnival Radiance, is head of international sales for Carnival Cruise Line, Luke Smith.

Andy sits down with cruise and travel expert Gary Bembridge to talk about the importance of social media.

Toby Cruse hopped aboard Saga's brand new Spirit of Discovery to talk to Head of Trade Sales, Iain Powell. Later, Andy Harmer talks with Aurora Expeditions' Managing Director Robert Halfpenny.

Andy heads to the beautiful French city of Bordeaux to talk to Uniworld President & CEO, Ellen Bettridge aboard the newly-relaunched SS Bon Voyage. Later, Peter Kollar returns to give us the latest from CLIA Australasia.

Andy Harmer hops aboard Royal Caribbean's brand new ship, Spectrum of the Seas, and is joined by Director of Sales, Ben Bouldin. Later, Peter Kollar gives us an update from CLIA Australasia