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Fiumicino's New Cruise Port Stirs Economic and Environmental Debate
The Fiumicino Waterfront project, set to redefine tourism near Rome, stirs local and environmental debate.
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Alaska Invests $135M in Seward Cruise Dock Upgrade Without State Funds
Alaska aims to boost tourism with a $135M investment in Seward's new cruise dock, leveraging revenue bonds and no state funds for its construction.
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Nice reverses cruise ship ban amid local pushback
Mayor Estrosi's policy revision aims to sustainably manage cruise tourism in Villefranche-sur-Mer, striving for environmental and economic balance.
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Juneau to Decide on Fifth Downtown Cruise Dock
Discover Juneau’s cruise ship dock—where cultural heritage meets economic growth amid thriving Tlingit traditions and Alaskan waterfront vitality.
Royal Caribbean to build new port in Juneau, Alaska
Royal Caribbean has announced plans to construct a new cruise port in Juneau, Alaska, following a recent ballot initiative. This decision follows a local vote that rejected proposed restrictions on cruise tourism, highlighting the community's ongoing debate regarding the impact of cruise ships on local life and the
Tenerife hosts maiden calls of Sun Princess, Oceania Vista
The Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife celebrated the recent inaugural visits of two significant cruise ships—Sun Princess and Oceania Vista. These visits mark a notable event in the cruise industry as they reflect Tenerife's growing importance as a cruise destination. Overview of the Maiden Calls The
Royal Caribbean to launch Perfect Day Mexico in 2027
Royal Caribbean has announced an exciting new venture, "Perfect Day Mexico," which will open in 2027 at the Costa Maya port. This expansion aims to replicate and enhance the successful experience established at its existing private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas, with a more extensive
Haines, Alaska imposes new $9 cruise fee for 2025
In recent developments, Haines, Alaska, has introduced a new cruise passenger arrival fee aimed at generating revenue to enhance port facilities. The Haines Borough Assembly voted on September 24, 2024, to impose a $9 fee on each cruise passenger effective October 2, 2024, although it will first affect guests arriving
$100M upgrades revamp San Juan Cruise Port
On September 25, 2024, San Juan Cruise Port began a significant upgrade project, with a ground-breaking ceremony marking the start of a $100 million infrastructure enhancement plan. This initiative has been under consideration for two years, aiming to position San Juan as a leading hub for the cruise industry by
Algorithm revolutionizes cruise berth allocation
In recent discussions at Seatrade Cruise Med held in Malaga, a notable topic among port operations experts was the ongoing challenge of berth allocation for cruise ships. The need for improved systems has become increasingly pressing due to the projected growth of the cruise industry, including a significant increase in
Royal Caribbean's eco-friendly beach club in Nassau
The cruise industry continues to evolve, and one of the most exciting developments on the horizon is the Royal Beach Club, set to open in late 2025 on Paradise Island in Nassau, The Bahamas. This ambitious project, a collaboration between Royal Caribbean International, ArchVenture Company, and Stantec, aims to create
Athens airport streamlines cruise passenger check-in
Athens International Airport has recently announced an innovative check-in service specifically designed for cruise ship passengers. This new facility, launching on September 7, 2024, aims to streamline the travel process for tourists arriving in Greece, connecting them efficiently to cruise ships at the port of Piraeus. The service will be