Cruise Destinations News
Port of Seville: The New 2026 Cruise Season
The new 2026 cruise season kicks off at the Port of Seville with a new chapter under the management of Global Ports Holding (GPH) and Ocean Platform Marinas (OPM), in collaboration with the Port Authority of Seville. This marks the beginning of a 20-year partnership between GPH and OPM, which will oversee cruise and megayacht […] Read more
Valletta Cruise Port: Steady Growth and New Records
2025 proved to be a positive year for cruise traffic in Malta. Valletta Cruise Port closed the season with growth in both the number of calls and passenger movements, confirming the port’s central role in the international cruise landscape. According to official data released by the port management, Valletta welcomed a total of 385 cruise […] Read more
Valencia and Santos: a green maritime corridor
At Panama, the port authorities of Valencia and Santos signed an agreement under the Global Gateway Green Shipping Corridors and Hubs initiative. The agreement establishes cooperation with shipping companies, freight forwarders, energy suppliers, and research centers to strengthen the APV’s decarbonization strategy, as outlined in its Zero Emissions Plan. The signing took place at the […] Read more
Nassau Cruise Port Supports the Youth of Junkanoo
On the occasion of the 2026 Junior Junkanoo Parade, one of the most cherished events of the local tradition, the cruise port supported the participation of C.H. Reeves Junior High School with a dedicated donation, reaffirming its commitment to celebrating Bahamian cultural heritage and promoting the development of the local community. As C.H. Reeves Junior […] Read more
Wales: Iconic Landscapes within easy reach of a cruise
Anyone who travels by cruise ship knows that a single day in port can turn into an unforgettable experience when the destination manages to surprise from the very first moments ashore. Not all ports, however, provide immediate access to iconic landscapes or breathtaking scenery. Wales, with its powerful landscapes, raw and poetic nature, dramatic coastlines, […] Read more
Marmaris Cruise Port: efficiency, safety and charm
In the heart of Turkey’s Aegean coast, where crystal-clear waters meet lush green mountains and the scent of pine blends with the sea breeze, lies Marmaris, one of the most iconic and beloved destinations of the Mediterranean. Chosen every year by millions of European travellers, this coastal gem is not only a fascinating summer hotspot […] Read more
Nassau Cruise Port enters 2026 with strong momentum
Nassau Cruise Port (NCP) is preparing to enter 2026 with extremely positive momentum, further strengthening its strategic role within the Caribbean cruise landscape. In December 2025, the Bahamian port celebrated three major inaugural calls, welcoming MSC Grandiosa, Oceania Allura, and Seven Seas Grandeur for the first time. This significant achievement highlights Nassau’s growing appeal to […] Read more
Bodrum: Record Number of Cruise Passengers in 2025
Bodrum, one of Turkey’s leading cruise destinations, has successfully concluded another extraordinary cruise season, hosting 116 port calls with 138,149 passengers—a record number of visitors for the city. Several cruise lines contributed to this success, including AROYA Cruises with overnight calls, Virgin Voyages’ Resilient Lady, and Marella Cruises’ Marella Discovery 2. Bodrum also confirmed its […] Read more
Prince Rupert Cruise Port: A Record-Breaking Season
Prince Rupert Cruise Port, located on the northern coast of British Columbia, concluded an extraordinary 2025 season marked by significant milestones, a strong increase in passenger traffic, and increasingly solid collaboration between the local community and the cruise industry. The year ended with 68,443 passengers, underscoring the destination’s growing appeal along the North Coast. Outlook […] Read more
Las Palmas Cruise Port Opens New Cruise Terminal
October 2, 2025, Marked a Historic Date for Gran Canaria and the European Cruise Sector: the new Las Palmas Cruise Terminal, the largest in Europe, officially opened its doors with the arrival of the Celebrity Apex at the Santa Catalina pier. This inauguration not only marked the beginning of operations at the new facility but […] Read more