Building the foundation for sustainable growth

Building the foundation for sustainable growth
By Alex Smith | 02 June 2023

Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has prioritised collaboration as it plans for a stronger and greener future now that cruising has returned to Port of Vancouver

Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has prioritised collaboration as it plans for a greener future

Dubrovnik: an accommodating city for every guest

Dubrovnik: an accommodating city for every guest
By Alice Chambers | 31 May 2023

From history lovers to island-hopping explorers, Dubrovnik offers attractions that are suitable for all cruise guests and is investing in a sustainable future

Dubrovnik offers attractions to interest history lovers and island-hopping explorers alike

How Port Everglades is planning for a greener future

How Port Everglades is planning for a greener future
By Rebecca Gibson | 30 May 2023

Florida’s Port Everglades has completed a feasibility study and master plan for installing shoreside electricity at its eight cruise terminals by the end of 2027 as part of its decarbonisation and greenhouse gas emissions reduction strategy

The port has completed a feasibility study and master plan for installing shoreside electricity

Okinawa: an island-hopping adventure in Japan

Okinawa: an island-hopping adventure in Japan

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By Alex Smith | 26 May 2023

Japan’s Okinawa Prefecture provides a wealth of natural and cultural highlights for visitors to discover during a cruise, with Ponant now sailing its first expedition voyages to the remote islands

Okinawa Prefecture provides a wealth of natural and cultural highlights for visitors to discover

A destination that is coming back stronger than before

A destination that is coming back stronger than before

Hong Kong Tourism Board 

By Alice Chambers | 25 May 2023

Hong Kong is recovering quickly from the setbacks of Covid-19 thanks to its wide variety of shore excursion offerings and easy itinerary links to North, East and South Asia

Hong Kong’s shore excursion offerings and links to Asia are bringing cruise operators back to the region 

Tarragona: Catalonia’s culturally rich alternative

Tarragona: Catalonia’s culturally rich alternative
By Richard Humphreys | 23 May 2023

Tarragona is flourishing, with its popularity among cruise passengers soaring, a new terminal under construction, and receiving recognition for its various Unesco sites

With a new terminal under construction, the port’s popularity among cruise guests is soaring

Exploring Northern Norway’s remote destinations

Exploring Northern Norway’s remote destinations
By Jon Ingleton | 22 May 2023

Every brand can capitalise on the boom in expedition cruising by scheduling calls in Norway. Jon Ingleton shares the highlights of the ports and adventures he experienced during a trip with Cruise Northern Norway & Svalbard

Brands can capitalise on the boom in expedition cruising by scheduling calls in Norway

Why the Port of San Diego is investing in growth

Why the Port of San Diego is investing in growth
By Alex Smith | 19 May 2023

The Port of San Diego is making improvements to its cruise ship terminals to cater for the rapid growth in cruise calls

The port is making improvements to its cruise terminals to cater for the rapid growth in calls

Why a ferry brand needs far more than just a good ship to thrive

Why a ferry brand needs far more than just a good ship to thrive

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By Michael Grey | 11 May 2023

Having spacious and cost-effective vessels is a bonus for every ferry operator but the secret to successful operations lies in having helpful staff and well-equipped and well-located ports

The secret to success lies in having helpful staff and well-equipped ports, says Michael Grey

How FSG is helping ports to refuel for a greener future

How FSG is helping ports to refuel for a greener future
By Alex Smith | 27 April 2023

Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft will construct three LNG bunkering ships to increase the availability of alternative fuels in European ports, as part of its goal to drive the transition to a greener shipping industry

Shipbuilder will construct three LNG bunkering ships to increase availability of alternative fuels  

How Continental is setting sail with high-performance materials

How Continental is setting sail with high-performance materials

Norwegian Cruise Line

By Alex Smith | 19 April 2023

Stylish, easy to clean and sustainable, Continental’s Skai upholstery products provide a solution that meet the special requirements of cruising

Skai upholstery products are designed to meet the special requirements of cruising

Reflections on Seatrade: Part 3 – From St. Kitts to Senegal

Reflections on Seatrade: Part 3 – From St. Kitts to Senegal
By Jon Ingleton | 13 April 2023

In a bumper final part of a series of articles about this year’s Seatrade Cruise Global event, Jon Ingleton looks back on the final two days of the event

Jon Ingleton concludes his series of articles on the event by focusing on its final two days

Reflections on Seatrade: Part 2 – State of the global cruise industry

Reflections on Seatrade: Part 2 – State of the global cruise industry
By Jon Ingleton | 12 April 2023

In the second in his series of articles reflecting on Seatrade Cruise Global, Jon Ingleton looks back on the highlights of the Tuesday sessions

Jon Ingleton looks back on the highlights of the Tuesday sessions at Seatrade Cruise Global

Reflections on Seatrade: Part 1 – Welcome to Fort Lauderdale

Reflections on Seatrade: Part 1 – Welcome to Fort Lauderdale
By Jon Ingleton | 11 April 2023

CFR’s executive editor Jon Ingleton caught up with key figures from the cruise industry at Seatrade Cruise Global in Fort Lauderdale, USA, from 26-30 March 2023. In a series of three articles, he looks back at some of the major insights and updates from the event

CFR's Jon Ingleton looks back at some of the major insights and updates from the event

Okinawa Prefecture: An island-hopping cruise adventure

Okinawa Prefecture: An island-hopping cruise adventure

OCVB

By Alex Smith | 28 March 2023

Japan’s Okinawa Prefecture provides a wealth of natural and cultural highlights for visitors to discover during a cruise, with Ponant now set to sail its first expedition voyages to the remote islands

The archipelago provides a wealth of natural and cultural resources for visitors to discover

The best bienvenue: Saint Lawrence River, Canada

The best bienvenue: Saint Lawrence River, Canada

Gaspesie Roche Perce 

By Rebecca Gibson | 27 March 2023

Taking a cruise along the Saint Lawrence River enables travellers to visit nine unique ports and immerse themselves in the rich culture, natural beauty and history of Canada’s Québec Province

Cruise guests can visit nine unique ports and experience the culture of Québec

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