CroisiEurope Joins CLIA Australasia, Expanding River Cruise Offerings in the Region

CroisiEurope

In an exciting development for the Australasian cruise industry, French river cruise specialist CroisiEurope has joined Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Australasia as a River Cruise Marketing Affiliate. This partnership introduces CroisiEurope’s distinctive family-run brand to CLIA’s 6,000-strong travel agent network across Australia and New Zealand, further fueling the rising demand for river cruising.

A Welcome Addition to CLIA’s Growing River Cruise Sector

As river cruising experiences a surge in popularity, CroisiEurope’s inclusion in CLIA Australasia’s network comes at an opportune time. CLIA’s Managing Director for Australasia, Joel Katz, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting CroisiEurope’s legacy and influence in the industry:

“CroisiEurope has been at the heart of river cruising for almost half a century and is part of a sector that is thriving on the world’s great inland waterways. We’re delighted to have CroisiEurope join our community amid such passionate interest in river cruising from both travellers and travel agents alike.”

For almost 50 years, CroisiEurope has been a pioneer in European river cruising, beginning with operations on the Rhine River in 1976 under its founder Gérard Schmitter. Today, it boasts a fleet of 50 small, intimate ships that provide affordable all-inclusive packages while offering a charming French-style service that reflects the country’s famed joie de vivre.

CroisiEurope’s Vision for Australasia

As CroisiEurope strengthens its presence in the Australasian market, Asia Pacific Director Naidah Yazdani emphasized the brand’s commitment to offering unique travel experiences:

"We look forward to the opportunity to develop CroisiEurope in Australasia, where travellers can discover exclusive destinations, unique itineraries at an affordable price."

CroisiEurope

With a diverse array of destinations, CroisiEurope sets itself apart by operating not only on Europe’s major rivers, such as the Rhine, Danube, Seine, and Rhône, but also offering specialized cruises on the Elbe, Venice’s canals, the Loire Valley, and Andalusia. Beyond Europe, the company’s African safari cruises on Lake Kariba and its five-ship fleet on the Mekong River bring exotic, immersive experiences to adventurous travelers.

CroisiEurope also offers small-scale, intimate voyages on 11-cabin canal barges throughout France, catering to those seeking a slow-paced, highly personalized cruising experience.

What This Means for Australian & New Zealand Travelers

With its new CLIA membership, CroisiEurope aims to educate and inspire more Australians and New Zealanders to embrace the magic of river cruising. The expansion of river cruise offerings in the region means greater choice, exclusive itineraries, and access to some of the world’s most scenic waterways at an affordable price.

CroisiEurope representatives will actively engage with the Australasian travel trade community, participating in CLIA Australasia events throughout the year to showcase their innovative itineraries and provide travel agents with the tools to promote the river cruise market further.

A Bright Future for River Cruising in Australasia

The growing popularity of river cruising signals an exciting new era for Australian and New Zealand travelers. Whether it’s sailing past medieval castles on the Rhine, discovering hidden waterways in Venice, or embarking on a safari cruise through Africa, CroisiEurope’s expansion into Australasia provides travelers with more opportunities to experience the world in a uniquely intimate and enriching way.

With CroisiEurope’s expertise, innovation, and commitment to affordability, Australasian cruise lovers now have even more reasons to set sail on an unforgettable journey.

Web: https://www.croisieurope.travel/en/