Sunday, November 10, 2024 South Florida’s premier seaports, PortMiami and Port Everglades, reported record-breaking cruise passenger numbers for fiscal year 2024, highlighting the region’s dominant role in the global cruise industry. Both ports continue to fuel economic growth and innovation, underscoring South Florida’s reputation as a top cruise destination. PortMiami, situated in downtown Miami at 1015 N.
America Way, welcomed an impressive 8.2 million cruise passengers in the fiscal year ending September 30. This marked a 12.
79% increase from last year’s 7.3 million passengers. The port, a 518-acre travel and cargo hub, has partnerships with 23 cruise lines, including major players Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, and Norwegian Cruise Line.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava praised the port’s achievement, noting its transformative impact on the city’s skyline and economy. “PortMiami’s commitment to sustainable development ensures it remains a future-ready gateway to the world,” Levine Cava said. The upcoming 2024-2025 cruise season promises further expansion with several new ships and terminals.
Notably, Explora Journeys will debut its Explora II vessel, and Virgin Voyages will introduce Resilient Lady in November. MSC Cruises will also open its state-of-the-art Cruise Terminal AA this season. Additionally, in June 2024, PortMiami introduced shore power, becoming the first major eastern U.
S. port to offer this technology at.