Greater Cleveland Partnership’s Post

🚢 Last Cruise Ship of the Year! 🌟 On August 26th, the Ocean Regatta docked in Nanaimo as the second and final cruise ship of the year. This "pocket-sized" vessel brought 625 passengers to our shores, potentially infusing over $52,000 into our local economy, with each passenger spending an average of $84. Shuttles and Tourism Nanaimo staff were on hand on the terminal and specific city locations to guide visitors throughout the city. Following the pandemic’s impact on the cruise industry, Nanaimo is gradually rebuilding its cruise ship traffic. This marks the second ship in five years, with the first visit occurring earlier this May. Mayor Leonard Krog and other dignitaries greeted the visitors, highlighting the positive impact of these arrivals on our community. Looking ahead, Nanaimo Port Authority anticipates cruise ship visits more than doubling next year. 🚢✨ #NanaimoCruise #CommunityBoost #TourismNanaimo #EconomicImpact #CruiseSeason2024 #WelcomeVisitors #LocalEconomy #FuturePlans #NanaimoHarbour #CruiseShipArrival #TravelNanaimo #VisitorExperience #CruiseTourism #NanaimoPortAuthority #CityWelcome #EconomicRevival #CruiseIndustry #TourismRecovery #NanaimoLife #HarbourCity #ExploreNanaimo #CruiseTravel #LocalImpact

What began as a trial just a few years before COVID has now evolved into a full-length diary of cruise ships gracing the shores of the Highlands. From single-figure visits to triple-figure arrivals per annum, these ships bring tourists from all corners of the globe to Scotland's majestic Highlands. This success story not only bolsters the local economy but also fuels the development of tourism infrastructure in the region. Due to constraints like the height of the Kessock Bridge and the tidal nature of Inverness port, the cruises cannot dock directly in Inverness. Instead, they dock at the deep-water port of Invergordon, where passengers embark on pre-organized tours via buses, vans, and private hire cars. #cruise #highlands #inverness

River Cruising Travel the world from a different perspective with river cruising. The small size of the ships allows you to discover hidden treasures in ports along the rivers you explore. Let the gentle flow of the Danube, the Mekong, or the Nile transport you to extraordinary destinations and memorable moments. Set sail with peace of mind, knowing we'll coordinate every detail, so planning is just as relaxing as your cruise experience. Where will a river cruise journey take you? Tell me in the comments below! #europetravel #adventureawaits #adventuretravel #sheylaadventuretravel #rivercruising #europeadventure #rivercruiseadventure #sailwithme

River Cruising Travel the world from a different perspective with river cruising. The small size of the ships allows you to discover hidden treasures in ports along the rivers you explore. Let the gentle flow of the Danube, the Mekong, or the Nile transport you to extraordinary destinations and memorable moments. Set sail with peace of mind, knowing we'll coordinate every detail, so planning is just as relaxing as your cruise experience. Where will a river cruise journey take you? Tell me in the comments below! #europetravel #adventureawaits #adventuretravel #sheylaadventuretravel #rivercruising #europeadventure #rivercruiseadventure #sailwithme

Gaze upon many rows of breathtaking tulips while in the Netherlands' Keukenhof Gardens aboard @AmaWaterways' Tulip Time river cruise in spring 2025. Reach out to me for more information. #travel #cruise #cruiseexperts #cruiseplanning #cruiselife #cruisevacation #cruisetips #cruisetravel #cruiseready #cruisegoals #cruiselovers #cruiseadvisor

We dive into the dynamic world of cruising with Andy Harmer, Managing Director of CLIA | Cruise Lines International Association UK and Ireland. We discover how cruising is becoming a multi-generational experience with the average age of cruisers now at 55 and 28% enjoying sea adventures with family members from different generations. We explore the surge in expedition cruising, with a 53% increase in travellers seeking thrilling, less-travelled destinations. Learn about the cruise industry's impressive post-pandemic recovery. Tune in for more of these insights: https://lnkd.in/dwaAJqxp #cruise #travelnews #cruiseindustry #travelindustry #traveltrends

Begin and end in beautiful Budapest, Hungary, while aboard @AmaWaterways Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner's top itinerary choice for 2025: their new Best of the Danube! Tell me what else you need to know to help with your choices. #travel #cruise #cruiseexperts #cruiseplanning #cruiselife #cruisevacation #cruisetips #cruisetravel #cruiseready #cruisegoals #cruiselovers #cruiseadvisor

Good travel options in 2025 / 2026

Are the Norwegian Fjords on your bucket list? Did you know that starting in 2026 the Norwegian Government will start limiting the types of ships that are allowed to sail the Fjords. I did a little research and found this cool itinerary in Jun 2025. What are your thoughts on this itinerary? Reach out if you would like more information, 540-288-1999 or john@mygrouptravels.com #travelwithsueandjohn #luxurytravel #norwegianfjords #norwegianfjordscruise

Today's office "paper work" includes some trade reading. In today's readings, there was mention of taking into consideration how far your cruise ship port is from the destination you went to see. For instance, some cruises to Italy port in Civitavecchia, which is roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes (driving) from Rome. So if your cruise ship itinerary includes Rome, make sure that you understand how close you'll be when you arrive in port, how long it will take to get to Rome, how long it will take you to get back to the ship, and if doing an excursion, that you have plenty of buffer room (time) to get back. #whatsontheschedule #itinerary #cruising #beprepared #traveladventures