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…

March 25, 2025

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…

March 15, 2025

Cruise Industry

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…

February 26, 2025

Cruise Industry

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…

February 24, 2025

Cruise Industry Destinations News

Caymanians to vote on cruise berthing

The Association for Cruise Tourism (ACT) in the Cayman Islands is celebrating a hard-fought victory following last week’s parliamentary vote to move forward with a public referendum on cruise berthing infrastructure in the upcoming election cycle. For months, ACT has been at the forefront of efforts to bring this issue directly to the Caymanian people, and…

February 10, 2025

Cruise Industry News

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…

February 4, 2025

Cruise Industry News

D-Day for Democracy in the Cayman Islands

ACT Condemns Calls for Boycott of Cruise Referendum Debate CAYMAN ISLANDS (January 30, 2025) – Friday, January 31, 2025 marks a pivotal moment for democracy in the Cayman Islands, as elected officials face a defining choice: to stand up for the people they represent or to bow to pressure from fringe groups seeking to stifle…

January 31, 2025

Cruise Industry News

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.,…

January 27, 2025

Cruise Industry Events News

Blue Lagoon Island Hosts FCCA PAMAC Cruise Summit Delegates, Showcases Bahamian Hospitality and Upgrades

BAHAMAS (January 16, 2025) – Blue Lagoon Island, a leading destination for authentic and sustainable Bahamian experiences, hosted cruise line executives and Caribbean partners last week during the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) PAMAC Cruise Summit. The visit was facilitated by the FCCA, which organized a stop in Nassau aboard MSC Divina, giving Blue Lagoon Island…

January 17, 2025

Cruise Industry Events News

Sailing Success: FCCA PAMAC Cruise Summit sets the stage for 2025

The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) PAMAC Cruise Summit recognized the arrival of 2025 in grand fashion aboard the welcoming MSC Divina , bringing together cruise executives and FCCA Platinum members for a week of impactful networking and strategic dialogues. Attendees engaged in dynamic industry updates and discussions on the future of the Caribbean cruise tourism…

January 14, 2025

Cruise Industry

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