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Port Milestones

Cruise ports around the world continue to set new records and celebrate historic achievements. From welcoming the largest ships ever built to reaching record passenger numbers, these milestones highlight the growth and impact of the cruise industry. Explore our coverage of port milestones, including inaugural calls, anniversaries, expansions, and landmark achievements shaping the future of cruising.

Port News

22.4 Million Americans Will Cruise in 2027 as AAA Forecasts Another Record

Calvin Musquez -
AAA has released its 2027 cruise forecast, which projects a record number of Americans taking cruises for the fifth consecutive year.
Caribbean Cruise Ports

13 Eastern Caribbean Cruise Ports Every Cruiser Should Know

Emrys Thakkar -
A guide to 13 popular Eastern Caribbean cruise ports, covering terminals, ship capacity, tendering, recent upgrades and which cruise lines call at each.
Port News

Seattle Wraps Record 2026 Cruise Season With 330 Ship Calls

Calvin Musquez -
The Port of Seattle had another record-breaking cruise season, with more homeported ships, passenger movements, and shore power usage.
Port News

Vancouver Wraps Biggest Cruise Season Ever With Nearly 1.4 Million Guests

Calvin Musquez -
The Port of Vancouver has wrapped up its 2026 cruise season, reporting record-breaking numbers of passenger visits and ship calls.
Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean Just Bought Half of Sandals Resorts, Here’s What Changes for Guests

Melissa Mayntz -
Royal Caribbean Group and Sandals and Beaches Resorts have confirmed a $3 billion parternership deal to begin in early 2027.
Port News

PortMiami Smashes Cruise Passenger Record With 10 Million Guests

Calvin Musquez -
PortMiami has welcomed its 10-millionth passenger of fiscal year 2026, sailing past its previous record in 2025.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

Philadelphia Finally Opens Its New Cruise Terminal With NCL

Melissa Mayntz -
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has joined its Philadelphia partners for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new cruise terminal.
Port News

Mexico Is Charging Cruisers Double, And That Is Only The Start

Catie Kovelman -
Mexico’s tax on cruisers doubled from $5 per guest to $10 per guest on August 1, 2026, with more increases already planned.
Port News

Mexico Enjoys Double-Digit Cruise Tourism Growth for First Half of 2026

Melissa Mayntz -
Mexico has seen dramatic cruise growth during the first half of 2026 with numbers up in both guests and ship arrivals.
Port News

Barcelona Slams Cruise Passengers With Maximum €24 Daily Tax

Catie Kovelman -
Barcelona officials have pledged to immediately implement a new daily tax of €24 for cruise guests participating in short port calls.
Carnival Cruise News

2.4 Million Guests Prove Celebration Key’s First Year Was a Huge Win

Calvin Musquez -
Carnival's private Bahamas destination, Celebration Key, celebrated its first anniversary with special performances and activities.
Cunard News

A British Ocean Liner Takes Center Stage as America Turns 250

Melissa Mayntz -
Queen Mary 2 was center stage in New York Harbour for the 250th anniversary celebrations of American independence.
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