Now Greece, Italy, and Mexico Introduce Cruise Passenger Fees to Combat Overtourism
Greece, Italy, and Mexico implement new cruise disembarkation fees to reduce overcrowding, protect local cultures, and fund sustainable tourism infrastructure.
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Greece, Italy, and Mexico implement new cruise disembarkation fees to reduce overcrowding, protect local cultures, and fund sustainable tourism infrastructure.
Greece introduces a €20 cruise tax on Santorini and Mykonos starting July 2025 to combat overtourism and fund sustainable infrastructure improvements.
Seabourn Sojourn celebrates 15 years of global luxury cruising through Scotland, Norway, New Zealand, and more, before joining Mitsui Ocean Cruises in 2026.
Costa Cruises shifts Winter 2025-26 sailings from the Middle East to the Mediterranean and North Africa, offering safer, culturally rich cruise experiences.
Oceania Cruises names Danieli Enes as Business Development Manager for New Zealand, expanding luxury cruise offerings and advisor partnerships across the region.
Enhance your European cruise by learning basic local phrases, tasting authentic cuisine, and venturing beyond ports for a culturally rich travel experience.
Carnival Cruise Line launches Celebration Key in Grand Bahama, a 65-acre paradise with record-breaking attractions, beach clubs, and Caribbean cruise luxury.
Explore Carnival Cruise Line’s 2027 Alaska cruises from Seattle & San Francisco with over 50 sailings, Panama Canal trips, Baja Mexico & Hawaii voyages.
In a forward-thinking move to engage the next generation in maritime and tourism careers, Carnival Cruise Line has partnered with the Belize Tourism Board (BTB) to provide an immersive educational experience for high school students in Belize City. This initiative is part of Belize’s broader national strategy to strengthen youth employability and build local capacity
Victoria is set to welcome over one million cruise visitors in 2025. The city is balancing tourism growth with sustainability, shore power, and quality-of-life plans.
Holland America Line is transforming onboard entertainment with live regional music, new World Stage shows, and interactive cruise directors by end of 2025.
Scenic Group partners with Allianz to offer luxury cruise guests seamless travel protection including cancellations, medical coverage, and 24/7 global support.