Skip to content Skip to sidebar Skip to footer

Cruise Industry

FCCA, BVI strengthen partnership

The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) has renewed its strategic development agreement with the British Virgin Islands (BVI). The tailored “Presidential Partner” agreement builds on the partnership originally formed in 2023 and aims to further capitalize on record years for both the destination and cruise industry. According to the BREA Report, cruise tourism generated $85.7 million in direct expenditures and supported…

Read more

Seatrade 2025 around the corner

The Caribbean is gearing up for the 40th anniversary of Seatrade Cruise Global, taking place April 7–10 in Miami.  This landmark event brings together cruise professionals from over 120 countries to connect, collaborate and chart the future of cruise tourism.  With a dynamic conference agenda, a stellar lineup of industry leaders, and countless networking opportunities, Seatrade…

Read more

Cruise Tourism: An Untapped Economic Engine for the Cayman Islands, Says Economist

BARBADOS (March 15, 2025) – Respected Caribbean economist Jeremy Stephen has issued a wake-up call to policymakers in the Cayman Islands, urging them to recognize the full economic potential of cruise tourism. Often dismissed as a low-spend sector, cruise tourism – when properly harnessed – can be a critical revenue generator, particularly in high-value destinations…

Read more

Raising the Bar: Why Elevating Service Standards Matters More Than Ever in Caribbean Tourism

NEW BRUNSWICK, Canada (February 26, 2025) – In a global tourism landscape where travelers demand more than just sightseeing, service excellence has become a defining factor in a destination’s success. As global competition intensifies and visitor expectations rise, the ability to deliver exceptional, immersive experiences can mean the difference between a one-time visit and long-term economic…

Read more

FCCA and Diamonds International partner to fuel dreams

The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) has renewed its partnership with Diamonds International – the world’s largest tax and duty-free jeweler and a major Caribbean employer – to support the FCCA Foundation’s mission of fostering education, sports, and career-building opportunities for youth in cruise communities. This renewed collaboration ensures the continuation of key FCCA Foundation initiatives, including the annual essay…

Read more

ACT Secures Landmark Victory as Cayman Islands Moves Toward Cruise Tourism Referendum on Election Day

GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (February 4, 2025) – The Association for Cruise Tourism (ACT) in the Cayman Islands is celebrating a hard-fought victory following yesterday’s consensus by the majority of Caymanian lawmakers to move forward with a public referendum on cruise berthing infrastructure in the upcoming election cycle. For months, ACT has been at the…

Read more

Marie McKenzie becomes first woman to chair FCCA Operations Committee

Marie McKenzie has been appointed Chair of the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Operations Committee, the first woman to do so.  McKenzie, Senior Vice President of Government & Destination Affairs for Carnival Corporation & plc, steps into this leadership position with nearly three decades of experience in the cruise industry. Succeeding Daniel S. Farkas of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.,…

Read more

the Kick-ass Multipurpose WordPress Theme

© 2025 Kicker. All Rights Reserved.