Tag: #economicimpact
European Countries Implement Border Controls
The Schengen area in Europe was devised to allow more than 400 million people to travel freely between member countries without going through border control hassles. So much for that idea. In a significant move that threatens to torpedo the border-free Europe Read More …
Port Everglades Hosts Plaque and Key Ceremony for Sun Princess
Port Everglades welcomed Sun Princess, the newest addition to Princess Cruises’ fleet, with a plaque and key ceremony, marking its arrival to its winter homeport in Fort Lauderdale. The event was attended by key figures, including Princess Cruises’ President John Read More …
Gen Z is Sailing Toward Cruise Vacations According to StudentUniverse Research
Rebounding faster than other forms of travel, the cruise industry has surpassed pre-pandemic passenger numbers, which are predicted to increase even more over the next several years. The resilient market, often associated with families, multigenerational travelers and mature adults, has Read More …
City and Borough of Juneau and Cruise Lines Sign Memorandum of Agreement on Port Capacity
The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) and cruise lines have agreed to limit the number of daily visitors to Juneau by capping lower berths at 16,000 per day, with a reduced limit of 12,000 on Saturdays. This agreement, based Read More …
New Port Canaveral Terminal Now Coming In 2026
Port Canaveral is building a new cruise terminal on the north side of the port to meet the booming cruise industry demand. Overall, Port Canaveral is adapting its plans to meet the urgent needs of the cruise industry while keeping Read More …
Beyond Cruising: National Park Travel = $50 Billion Economic Impact
A new economic impact analysis of visitor spending around America’s 424 National Park Service (NPS) destinations shows the myriad parks, monuments, battlefields and historic sites contributed $50.3 billion to the nation’s economy in 2022. In Montana, visitors to the National Read More …
Carnival’s Christine Duffy Honored for Lifetime Achievement
Industry veteran Christine Duffy, President of Carnival Cruise Line, received the prestigious 2024 Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Lifetime Achievement Award. This recognition celebrates her outstanding contributions to the entire cruise travel industry. Duffy has captained Carnival Cruise Line, the Read More …
Carnival Corp Announces Pier Extension for Celebration Key in The Bahamas
More exciting news for cruise lovers! Carnival Corporation is investing $100 million to double the arrival capacity at its new private island destination, Celebration Key, opening in the Bahamas in 2025! This means more ships, more guests (almost 4 million!), Read More …