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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

Vancouver Celebrates Billion Dollar Boost as Alaska Season Ends

Calvin Musquez -
As the Alaska season officially ends, the Port of Vancouver is celebrating a successful season and a $1 million+ boost for the economy.
Cruise News

Record 21.7 Million Americans to Set Sail in 2026

Melissa Mayntz -
Cruise travel is bigger than ever for 2026, with 21.7 million Americans projected to set sail. But where, when, and on what ships?
MSC Cruises News

MSC Celebrates Milestone Back-to-Back Shore Power Connections

Calvin Musquez -
MSC World Europa and Explora II, both of which operate under MSC Group, just achieved a new milestone in shore power connectivity.
Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean Will Open Its New Bahamas Beach Club Early

Catie Kovelman -
Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is opening early in Nassau, Bahamas, on December 23, 2025 - just in time for Christmas.
Port News

Europe’s Largest Cruise Terminal Opens in the Canary Islands

Lissa Poirot -
At over 150,600 square feet, the new Las Palmas Cruise Port terminal has officially opened, making it the largest cruise terminal in Europe.
Port News

Major Port Operator Moves Forward with $250 Million Cruise Projects

Lissa Poirot -
Global Ports Holding expands terminals in the Caribbean and Europe with upgrades set to open through 2027.
Port News

Australia Eyes Robust Summer Season as 63 Ships Offer Itineraries

Donna Tunney -
Australia is set to host 63 cruise ships during its summer season, spanning from October to April, across 24 cruise lines.
Port News

Mid-Year Stats Show Healthy Jump in Mexico Cruise Arrivals

Donna Tunney -
Despite new fees on cruises, Mexico sees a healthy jump in cruise arrivals, including popular ports such as Cozumel.
Port News

Catalina Island Shifting to Formal Port Agreements With Cruise Lines

Donna Tunney -
Catalina Island off the US West Coast is working on formal port agreements with the cruise lines.
Port News

Belfast Port Marks Major Milestone With Princess Cruises

Donna Tunney -
The Port of Belfast in Northern Ireland celebrates its 1,500th cruise ship call with Regal Princess, marking a major milestone.
Port News

Bermuda Begins the Year with Steep Drop in Cruise Tourism

Catie Kovelman -
Bermuda suffered a more than 65% decline in the number of cruise guests that visited in the first quarter of 2025.
MSC Cruises News

MSC Officially Opens World’s Largest Cruise Terminal in Miami

Skyler Wolpert -
MSC finally officially celebrates the opening of the world's largest 492,000 square foot cruise terminal in PortMiami, Florida.
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