Port of Lisbon hits half a million

In 2011 the Port of Lisbon created some record firsts. It was the first time the port has welcomed more than half a million passengers (502,644), an increase of 12% (448,497 tourists recorded in 2010). The 330 cruise calls also created a new record, representing a 10% increase from the previous year. It was a [...]

12/01/12

The “Independence of the Seas” closes a great cruise season for A Coruña

The final call in 2011 by “Independence of the Seas” to A Coruna (27th December), closed a milestone year for cruise traffic at the port. It has broken all records in passenger numbers, consolidating the position of A Coruna as a preferred cruise destination. The “Independence of the Seas” made its first stop in 2010 [...]

12/01/12

Cruise Atlantic Europe confirms growth and launches biggest ever royalty free video and photo-library featuring member ports

Europe as a cruise destination is going from strength to strength. In particular the eight ports which make up Cruise Atlantic Europe (Lisbon, Porto (Leixões), A Coruña, Bilbao, Brest, St Malo, Dover and Cork), are celebrating another year of growth. With even better port facilities, continued destination investment, operator cost-saving opportunities and a brand new [...]

27/09/11

Diverse and increasing number of cruise companies choose Atlantic Europe

Cruise companies from across the globe are choosing Atlantic Europe ports in order to maximise the opportunities the region offers and to meet consumer demand for more interesting and less congested ports. Cruise Atlantic Europe, comprises eight ports in five countries of the Atlantic front (Lisbon, Porto (Leixões), A Coruña, Bilbao, Brest, St Malo, Dover [...]

02/08/11

Port of Cork wins two World Cruise awards

The Port of Cork has won 1st place for ‘Best Destination Experience (Organised)’ in the world and 2nd place for ‘Best Port Welcome’ after attending the largest annual cruise conference ‘Cruise Shipping Miami’ where the 15th Annual “Dream World Cruise Destinations” 2010 Awards were announced. This achievement highlights the outstanding team effort and commitment by [...]

28/07/11

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