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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 [&hell
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 it
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 [&h
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 […]
Nassau Cruise Port Celebrates Sixth Anniversary
Nassau Cruise Port proudly celebrates its sixth corporate anniversary, reinforcing its role as the world’s leading cruise transit port and enhancing the visitor and Bahamian community experience through a series of impactful innovations. This milestone comes at a crucial moment of growth and development for the port, which continues to invest in modern infrastructure and […]
Walls & legends: Wales and its castles not to be missed
Wales is a magical land, a place where wild nature merges with a millenary history, made of legends, battles, and culture. When you think of Wales, you often imagine green hills, fairytale castles, and a proud people who jealously guard their traditions. And rightly so: this region is one of the richest in historical and […]
GPH Transforms Cruise Ports Across Five Destinations
Global Ports Holding (GPH), the world’s leading cruise port operator, has launched an ambitious infrastructure transformation program valued at approximately $250 million. Following the successful opening of new terminals in Alicante, Fuerteventura, and Lanzarote, the company is now set to redefine five additional strategic destinations: The Bahamas, Antigua & Barbuda, Saint Lucia, Spain, and Puer
GPH Leads a Major Environmental Mobilization
Global Ports Holding (GPH) has transformed International Coastal Cleanup Day into a collective initiative that spanned continents. Through the initiative “From Every Port, For Every Coast,” the company engaged more than 250 volunteers in concrete actions to clean up beaches and shorelines, collecting over one ton of waste along with valuable data for marine pollution research. […]
Bodrum nominated for sustainability initiative of the year
Bodrum Cruise Port, part of the Global Ports Holding network, is preparing to make a major leap on the international stage with its recent nomination for the “Sustainability Initiative of the Year” at the Seatrade Cruise Awards 2025. This nomination comes in recognition of the social responsibility project One Day. One Ship. One Future, launched […]
San Juan Cruise Port: The Return of Oasis-Class Ships
San Juan Cruise Port in Puerto Rico has reached a significant milestone with the return of Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas, the first Oasis-class ship to dock in the capital since the completion of a major upgrade to Pier 3. This project, funded and led directly by the port, has restored the capacity to […]
Four GPH Ports Among the World’s Most Stunning
A recent international study has crowned four cruise ports operated by Global Ports Holding (GPH) among the most stunning in the world. Conducted by the UK-based travel insurance company AllClear, the research used sophisticated eye-tracking technology to capture passengers’ first visual impressions upon arriving at the port from cruise ships. The result is a ranking […]
Tarragona Cruise Port: a new sustainable era
Just over a year after its inauguration, the new cruise terminal of Tarragona Cruise Port, located on the Moll de Balears and managed by Global Ports Holding, has established itself as an important international model in the port sector. The facility, officially opened in June 2024, has attracted the attention not only of cruise industry […]
Wales Coast Path: A Journey Through the Soul of Wales
Walking along the coast of Wales is not merely an outdoor activity; it is an immersion into a land that tells its story through the tides, cliffs, castles, and the words of its poets. The Wales Coast Path, inaugurated in May 2012, is much more than a simple trail: it is a thread that stitches […]
Mindelo Opens Its Doors to International Cruise Tourism
The official inauguration of the Mindelo Cruise Port, held in the stunning setting of São Vicente Island, marks a new era for Cape Verde in the international maritime tourism landscape. An ambitious project born from strategic vision and international collaboration, the port aims to transform the Atlantic archipelago into a key hub for global cruise […]
GPH Strengthens Its Commitment in the Caribbean
Global Ports Holding (GPH) has officially reinforced its presence in the Caribbean tourism sector by joining the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) as an allied member. This strategic step confirms GPH’s commitment to promoting sustainable and inclusive development of the cruise industry in the region, benefiting local economies and communities. The company operates key ports across […]
Bodrum Cruise Port: A Record-Breaking Season
The year 2025 begins under the best possible circumstances for Bodrum Cruise Port, the Turkish cruise port managed by Global Ports Holding, the world’s largest cruise port operator. With the arrival of the Astoria Grande, Bodrum has officially kicked off what promises to be a record-breaking season. A total of 120 cruise ships and over […]
Caribbean: The Sector Looks to 2025 with Confidence
Caribbean tourism continues its momentum, recording results in 2024 that surpass pre-pandemic levels and confirming itself as one of the most dynamic sectors of the regional economy. According to the new annual report from the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), the number of international arrivals reached 34.2 million, marking a 6.1% increase over 2023 and a […]
Bahamas: A New Course Toward the Future of Cruising
At Seatrade Cruise Global 2025, the Bahamas unveiled an ambitious and innovative vision for the future of its tourism sector. With over 12,000 participants, 600 exhibitors, and representatives from 121 countries, the event at the Miami Convention Center provided the perfect platform to announce the next evolutionary steps for the cruise industry in the Caribbean […]
A New Era for the San Juan Cruise Port
During Seatrade Cruise Global held in Miami, the San Juan Cruise Port (SJCP) showcased its prominent position in the Caribbean cruise landscape. Operated by the global cruise port leader Global Ports Holding (GPH), SJCP is at the center of a major modernization and expansion effort that has already drawn significant attention from industry operators and […]