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Royal Caribbean to Open Royal Beach Club Santorini in 2026
As Santorini strains under overtourism and new cruise taxes, Royal Caribbean is betting that curated shore experiences will help manage crowds and keep more spending in house.
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Stockholm Sets First Winter Cruise Calls in Shift to Year-Round Season
Stockholm’s leap into winter cruising signals a push to smooth the Baltic’s seasonal peaks, giving lines a cleaner, more reliable homeport as itineraries diversify.
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Seattle’s 2025 Cruise Season Sets Records, Drives Economic and Green Growth
Seattle’s record-breaking 2025 cruise season fueled economic growth, job creation, and new sustainability efforts as the port expanded green technology and prepared for future cruise innovations.
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Vancouver Cruise Port Sets Passenger Record, Tops $1 Billion Economic Impact
Vancouver’s cruise sector not only drew record crowds in 2025 but also advanced sustainability efforts and tourism growth, strengthening its role as a prominent Pacific Northwest home port.
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Carnival Celebrates 25 Years in Galveston with Growth and Impact
Carnival’s 25th anniversary in Galveston spotlights the port’s growth into a cruise industry leader, with investments supporting jobs, tourism, and local partnerships over two decades.
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Kobe Expects Record Cruise Calls in 2023 as Port Enhances Passenger Services
Kobe’s surge in cruise calls reflects its growing stature among East Asian ports, supported by upgraded amenities, stronger travel links, and expanded opportunities for regional tourism and commerce.
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PortMiami Faces Fuel Supply Uncertainty After Fisher Island Depot Sale
As PortMiami navigates the loss of its main fuel depot, county leaders balance urgent supply concerns with calls to modernize infrastructure and safeguard billions in economic activity.
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PortMiami to Welcome 10 New Cruise Ships for 2025-2026 Season
PortMiami’s 2025-2026 season spotlights its status as the world’s top cruise port, with new vessels and expanded terminals supporting tourism, job growth, and industry innovation.
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Cruise Passenger Growth and Sustainability Trends in 2024 and 2026
As cruise travel surges worldwide, major ports invest in advanced infrastructure and sustainability, signaling renewed confidence and broader economic benefits for tourism hubs on multiple continents.
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Cruise Port Developments in Las Palmas and Beyond
The terminal’s launch reflects major investment in Canary Islands port infrastructure, elevating Gran Canaria’s status among European cruise destinations and focusing on sustainable operations.
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Norwegian to End Shipboard Drink Packages at Great Stirrup Cay in 2026
Norwegian’s new drink policy at Great Stirrup Cay reflects a larger shift among cruise lines, as destination-specific packages and upgraded amenities reshape private island visits and guest expectations.
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Port Canaveral Raises Daily Parking Fee to $20 Starting October 2025
As Port Canaveral prepares for record cruise passenger traffic, the parking fee increase will help fund expanded terminals and security upgrades to support the port’s continued growth.