CLIA Masters Conference

CRUISE Lines International Association (CLIA) Australasia has announced its 2017 Masters Conference will take place on Dream Cruises’ Genting Dream, cruising from Hong Kong.

Scott Koepf will return to lead this year’s conference sessions, which will focus on how the cruise industry is evolving and how consultants can take advantage of the sector’s growth.

This year’s conference starts in Hong Kong on 16 Sep, with agents enjoying one night pre-cruise accommodation before boarding Genting Dream for a five-night cruise which will include visits to Naha and Miyakojima in Japan.

CLIA Australasia md Joel Katz said he expected the Masters Conference to be very popular.

“The opportunity to sail on one of the most exciting new ships to be launched in Asia should make this year’s Masters event particularly memorable.”

Katz urged agents to register early due to limited space.

CLIA’s Master Conference will involve intensive training sessions, while attendees gain firsthand cruise experience.

After completing the course and a post-conference assignment, agents will enter the CLIA Cruise Masters’ ranks.

Genting Dream features Bistro by Mark, the first restaurant at sea for Australian Chef Mark Best, as well as the first Johnnie Walker tasting bar at sea and wines from the Penfolds Wine Vault.

The conference is open to all consultants who hold CLIA Ambassador level accreditation and are employed by a CLIA member travel agent.

Participation fees for the 2017 event are $1,880 per person twin share single and non-delegate rates are available.

For more details or to book, visit www.cruising.org.au.