Exclusive Interview with Hydi Webb, CEO of PortMiami
In an exclusive interview, Hydi Webb, CEO of PortMiami, discusses the port’s explosive growth and transformative developments slated for 2025, which include significant infrastructure expansions to increase capacity for both cruise and cargo traffic. Webb highlights strategic partnerships and
EXPLORA II Arrives at PortMiami
EXPLORA II, the second ship in Explora Journeys’ luxury fleet, arrived at PortMiami today, marking its first visit to North America and the start of its inaugural Caribbean season! Launched in September 2024, the ship features nine dining options, wellness facilities, five heated pools, and se
MSC Cruises Reveals Miami Winter 2024/2025 Schedule
MSC Cruises has launched the winter cruise season in Miami with the arrival of MSC Divina and MSC Seaside! The lineup offers various itineraries for experienced and first-time cruisers, emphasizing MSC’s commitment to the South Florida market. The Miami fleet includes MSC Seascape, MSC Seaside
PortMiami Sets New Record for Cruise Passengers
PortMiami, known as the Cruise Capital of the World©, recorded a historic total of 8,233,056 cruise passengers in Fiscal Year 2024, from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024. This marks a 12.79% increase from the previous record of 7,299,294 passengers in Fiscal Year 2023. “PortMiami continues
Carnival Cruise Line Adds Select Cruises from PortMiami
Carnival Cruise Line is adding more sailings for Carnival Magic and Carnival Sunrise from PortMiami in 2026 and early 2027! Both ships will visit destinations in The Bahamas, including Celebration Key and other Caribbean locations. “These sailings build on our strong deployment plan from the Cruis
PortMiami Awarded Grant from Resilient Florida Program
PortMiami has received a $19,547,316 grant from the Resilient Florida Program to build a new elevated Berth 10 bulkhead system. This project will safeguard the uplands from flooding and damage due to sea level rise, in alignment with Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava’s Climate Action St
PortMiami Is Now Shore Power Ready
Yesterday, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava celebrated the launch of shore power at PortMiami, a system that enables cruise ships to plug into landside electrical power while docked, reducing emissions and noise. “As Mayor, I vowed to protect our environment; shore power has been my pe
MSC Cruises Unveils New 2025 Itineraries
MSC Cruises revealed its summer 2025 itineraries for the North American market, featuring four ships sailing from U.S. homeports. Travelers can choose from various vacation options, with departures from New York City, Miami, and Port Canaveral visiting destinations in the Caribbean, Florida, The Bah
MSC Cruises to Host MSC World America Naming Ceremony in Miami
MSC Cruises will hold the naming ceremony for its latest ship, MSC World America, on April 9, 2025, at PortMiami! The event marks MSC Cruises’ dedication to Miami and the North American market with onboard activities and a champagne bottle-breaking tradition. “There is no better place t
Celebrity Summit Sails the Caribbean
Embarking on a cruise to the Caribbean is a popular choice for travelers looking for a relaxing getaway. Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Summit offers a great way to experience the Caribbean with its premium amenities and memorable experiences. Whether you want to relax on deck, explore new islands, or
PortMiami Welcomes Eight New Ships
PortMiami has announced the arrival of eight new cruise ships to the “Cruise Capital of the World” for the 2023-2024 cruise season! The new lineup of ships departing from PortMiami beginning October 2023 are Oceania Vista, Carnival Cruise Line Costa Venezia, and Scenic Eclipse II. 
Oceania Cruises Brings New Vista Ship To Miami
Oceania Cruises’ Vista dazzled passengers and onlookers alike as she set sail from the Port of Miami on a two-day showcase cruise. This stunning new addition to the fleet is a true gem, initiating a series of irresistible Caribbean itineraries with Miami as her home port. There’s a
How To Enhance Your Travel To PortMiami For Your Next Cruise
PortMiami, located in Florida, is a major seaport in the Southern region and is also known as the world’s cruise capital. As such, travelers worldwide converge to the area to board the cruise ships that will take them to a variety of unique destinations. If you’re unfamiliar with the area, t
Carnival Celebration Delivered, Now On Its Way to Homeport in Miami
A new ship will be arriving in PortMiami on November 20, 2022! Carnival Cruise Line officially took delivery of Carnival Celebration today at a ceremony at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland. On hand to receive the vessel from shipyard CEO Tim Meyer was Carnival President Christine Duffy and
MSC Cruises to Sail Five Ships from the US During Winter 2023-2024 Season
Today, MSC Cruises is moving forward with its continued expansion throughout the United States by revealing plans for arecord 5 ships set to sail from American homeports by the end of 2023. The company is diversifying the range of itineraries offered in The Bahamas, Bermuda, the Caribbean, the Nort
Meet New Director of PortMiami Hydi Webb
Following the departure of former PortMiami Director Juan Kuryla, longtime employee Hydi Webb was the natural choice to take over. A port employee since 1992, Webb was named deputy port director in 2018 and was the interim port director prior to assuming her new position. Porthole Cruise and T
New Brightline+ Offers Door to Door Transportation in South Florida
The Brightline train is back and better than ever thanks to a new door to door transportation service the company is calling Brightline+. Through a mobile app, travelers will be able to get where they need to go around South Florida via the train as well as a fully electric Brightline-branded fleet
Cruisers Are Choosing the Biltmore for their Pre-Cruise Stay in Miami
95 years is an impressive amount of time. For the Biltmore Hotel Miami-Coral Gables, it’s all part of their history. Located in gorgeous Coral Gables, Florida, just minutes from PortMiami, the Biltmore is one of the most popular hotels for pre-and-post cruise stays and it’s easy to see w
Virgin Voyages Gifts 500 Cruises to Healthcare Workers
Scarlet Lady just started sailing from PortMiami, but the team at Virgin Voyages is already making an impact on their new South Florida community. The cruise line is showing its appreciation for the community’s healthcare heroes by giving away 500 complimentary cabins for employees at Ba
From the Readers: The People are the Real Gem
One of the best parts about a cruise vacation is sharing the memories with all your friends and family when you get back! Avid cruiser Dr. and Captain Brett Ribotsky recently went on his first cruise post-COVID and wrote in to Porthole Cruise and Travel to share his experience with the rest of you.
