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Port Upgrades

Cruise ports worldwide are evolving with new terminals, expanded piers, and upgraded facilities. This hub highlights the latest port improvements and renovations, showing how these changes impact your embarkation, disembarkation, and overall cruise experience.

Port News

Juneau Moves Another Step Closer to New Downtown Cruise Terminal

Melissa Mayntz -
A new dock project in downtown Juneau is one step closer to welcoming guests as the lease agreement is officially approved.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

Port Availability Forces Norwegian Dawn to Swap Homeport

Melissa Mayntz -
Norwegian Dawn will not be embarking in Barcelona as planned for her August 2, 2026 sailing but the change is not too drastic.
Port News

Growing Cruise Demand Sets Tampa Bay on the Path to a New Terminal

Melissa Mayntz -
Port Tampa Bay is taking proactive steps toward future cruise growth with a new terminal and channel deepening projects.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

Norwegian Cruise Line Details Temporary Plan for Philadelphia Departures

Lissa Poirot -
With Philadelphia’s new cruise terminal still under construction, Norwegian Cruise Line details alternative check-in plans for passengers.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

NCL Introduces New Parking Reservation System for Miami Cruises

Catie Kovelman -
Starting on April 3, 2026, guests of Norwegian Cruise Line who are sailing out of PortMiami will be able to pre-reserve parking online.
Port News

Passengers Face Tent Check-In as Boston Cruise Terminal Undergoes Upgrades

Lissa Poirot -
Cruise passengers sailing from Boston will check in under a tent as Boston cruise terminal continues ongoing improvements.
Cruise News

Cruise News Roundup: Passenger Fall, Royal Caribbean Glitch, Cancellation, and More

Emrys Thakkar -
A packed week in cruise news: a passenger injury lawsuit, Carnival cancellations, a Royal Caribbean email glitch, Alaska itinerary changes, and more major updates.
Port News

Miami Considering Non-Stop Train Between Airport and Cruise Port

Calvin Musquez -
Miami-Dade transportation officials are considering two proposed railway connections between Miami International Airport and PortMiami.
Port News

Why Philadelphia’s New Cruise Terminal Won’t Be Ready for Its First Ship

Lissa Poirot -
Philadelphia’s new PhilaPort cruise terminal won’t be finished for its April debut, with Norwegian Jewel using a temporary facility as construction continues.
P&O Cruises News

P&O Cruises Expands Caribbean Footprint With New St. Kitts Homeport

Lissa Poirot -
P&O Cruises will homeport Iona in St. Kitts from November 2027, expanding its Caribbean fly‑cruise program as the island upgrades Port Zante for turnaround operations.
Port News

Florida Bill Leaves No Path Forward for New Manatee County Cruise Port

Lissa Poirot -
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a new bill with dredging restrictions may block proposed terminal new Tampa Bay.
Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean Shares Cozumel Beach Access Update

Catie Kovelman -
Royal Caribbean is creating a new public beach in the Zona Hotelera Sur area as part of the development of Royal Beach Club Cozumel.
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