Cruise and Ferry Review - Summer/Spring 2020

2 3 6 Taiwan, also known as Formosa, is home to 16 indigenous tribes, all of whom have preserved their treasured traditions. Cruise ships arrive at one of the island’s four ports – Keelung, Taichung, Kaohsiung and Hualien – and each one is warmly welcomed by indigenous people who perform their traditional welcome dance. All ports are managed by Taiwan International Ports Corporation, which aims to deliver a memorable experience to all cruise guests. In 2021, the port operator will complete the new Kaohsiung Cruise Passenger Terminal to provide another option for cruise calls. Tangier City Port is focused on developing the best possible customer experience for cruise guests sailing into Tangier, Morocco. The port provides a patriotic welcome to ships arriving at the quay to introduce the Moroccan culture and hospitality to cruise guests. As the cruise terminal is only a few minutes away from the city’s best attractions, guests can quickly immerse themselves in its rich historical and cultural heritage. A wide variety of shore excursions and adventures are available, including the chance to taste world-famous Moroccan cuisine at various local eateries. Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park in the British Virgin Islands has been developed to offer all the features that are important to cruise ship guests. “From the moment visitors disembark they are welcomed by a host of tourism ambassadors who are stationed there,” says Vance Lewis, CEO of the facility. “We have multilingual greeters who are ready to assist visitors where needed, and we place a lot of effort into curating an experience with activities that can be enjoyed by all. Our shopping and dining provide a superlative environment for the entire family.” A warm island welcome A taste of Morocco Designed for everyone Entering Haifa Port on a cruise ship is one of the most beautiful ways to arrive at a city, thanks to the Baha’i Gardens (a Unesco World Heritage Site) stretching along the mountain above the berths. The port is close to downtown Haifa, which offers multiple unforgettable experiences for cruise guests. Guests can find information about all the tourist attractions and services at the terminal, as well as at cruisehaifa.com, which has a map listing the businesses around the port and shows the discounts they offer to anyone with a cruise ID card. An unforgettable arrival FEATURE