107 MEDITERRANEAN Szczecin, Poland Szczecin is a historic city in northwestern Poland, near the German border, known for its mix of Gothic, Baroque and modernist architecture. A friendly port of call for cruise ships, it offers easy access to the nearby Old Town and scenic walking routes. The popular Red Trail leads visitors through the city’s most important historical sites. With lush parks, a vibrant cultural scene and a rich maritime heritage, Szczecin is a beautiful and welcoming destination for cruise travellers. www.visitszczecin.eu Port of Barcelona, Spain Receiving 3.1 million cruise passengers a year, Barcelona is the leading cruise port in Europe and the Mediterranean not only because of its location, but also because of its security, its terminals and the wide range of services for passengers and ships. The port leads improvements in infrastructure and sustainability and is an example of how collaboration between the port and the city is the formula for success. www.portdebarcelona.cat/en Costa Brava Cruise Ports, Spain Costa Brava Cruise Ports was formed in February 2012 between Ports de la Generalitat de Catalunya, Costa Brava Girona Tourist Board, the Girona and Palamós Chambers of Commerce, and the town councils of Palamós and Roses. This alliance between port authorities, municipalities and destinations simplifies communication with both cruise companies and travellers, as it centralises information and streamlines procedures. The organisation works first-hand with all the key players to promote cruise tourism in the destination. www.costabravacruiseports.com MedCruise MedCruise is the world’s largest association of cruise ports, dedicated to promoting the cruise industry in the Mediterranean and its adjoining seas. MedCruise consists of 160 cruise ports and 59 associate members, spanning 22 countries (11 EU and 11 non-EU) across three continents. Its mission is to support members in maximising sustainable cruise industry growth by offering networking, promotional and training opportunities to strengthen their position in the market. www.medcruise.com Photo: Diego Espada EUROPE MEDITERRANEAN MEDITERRANEAN
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