2012 Industry Update - Cruise Lines International Association

Trends in River Cruising• Strong Growth and Innovation (based on CLIA member lines)– 10 percent annual passenger growth over last five years, with some linesenjoying even greater increases– Rapid growth in new ships in last five years, with most lines doubling size of fleetor more– Expansion in destinations/itineraries:– American Cruise Lines: from nine to more than 30– Avalon Waterways: from 25 to 45 (Europe, Asia, SE Asia, Egypt,Galapagos)– Uniworld Boutique River Cruises: 32 itineraries in Europe; one in Russia;three in Egypt; six in China; Southeast Asia in January 2012, and Italy in2013– Shipboard innovations: private balconies, in-room balcony breakfasts,chef’s tables, choice of dining venues, local dining options, sustainablecuisine, all-suite ships, new programs for active travelers, wine and foodlovers