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World's Best Cruise Destination 2021

Dubai (uae).

World's Best Cruise Terminal 2021

Port of falmouth (jamaica).

World's Best New Cruise Development 2021

Dubai harbour (uae).

World's Best Cruise Line 2021

Norwegian cruise line.

World's Best Boutique Cruise Line 2021

World's Best Green Cruise Line 2021

Crystal cruises.

World's Best Cruise Line for Shore Excursions 2021

Regent seven seas cruises.

World's Best Expedition Cruise Line 2021

World's Best New Cruise Ship 2021

Scenic eclipse, the world’s first discovery yacht™.

World's Best Small Cruise Ship 2021

Crystal endeavor.

World's Best Midsize Cruise Ship 2021

Disney magic.

World's Best Large Cruise Ship 2021

Crystal symphony.

World's Best Cruise Ship for Activities 2021

Celebrity edge.

World's Best Cruise Ship for Dining 2021

Ruby princess.

World's Best Cruise Ship for Entertainment 2021

Msc bellissima.

World's Best Cruise Ship for Families 2021

Disney dream.

World's Best Cruise Ship for Gambling 2021

Celebrity solstice.

World's Best Cruise Ship for Romance 2021

The gauguin.

World's Best Cruise Ship Suite 2021

Owners suite - oceania cruises.

World's Best River Cruise Destination 2021

World's Best River Cruise Line 2021

American cruise lines.

World's Best River Cruise Ship 2021

Scenic diamond.

World's Best River Cruise Suite 2021

Royal owner's suite - scenic sapphire.

World's Best Cruise Travel Agency 2021

Luxury cruise connections,    africa.

Africa's Best Cruise Destination 2021

South africa.

Africa's Best Cruise Terminal 2021

Cape town cruise terminal (south africa), africa's best cruise line 2021.

Africa's Best River Cruise Destination 2021

Africa's Best River Cruise Line 2021

Sanctuary retreats.

Africa's Best River Cruise Ship 2021

The oberoi zahra, luxury nile cruiser.

Africa's Best River Cruise Suite 2021

Royal suite - sanctuary sun boat iv.

Africa's Best Cruise Travel Agency 2021

Whitestar cruise & travel,    asia.

Asia's Best Cruise Destination 2021

Asia's Best Cruise Terminal 2021

Marina bay cruise centre singapore.

Asia's Best Cruise Line 2021

Dream cruises.

Asia's Best River Cruise Destination 2021

Asia's Best River Cruise Line 2021

Century cruises 世纪游轮.

Asia's Best River Cruise Ship 2021

Century glory 世纪荣耀.

Asia's Best River Cruise Suite 2021

Sadec deck suite - amadara.

Asia's Best Cruise Travel Agency 2021

Citystate cruises,    caribbean.

Caribbean's Best Cruise Destination 2021

Caribbean's best cruise terminal 2021.

Caribbean's Best Cruise Line 2021

Royal caribbean international.

Caribbean's Best Cruise Travel Agency 2021

The indar weir travel centre,    europe.

Europe's Best Cruise Destination 2021

Lisbon (portugal).

Europe's Best Cruise Terminal 2021

Dp world limassol (cyprus), europe's best cruise line 2021.

Europe's Best River Cruise Destination 2021

Netherlands.

Europe's Best River Cruise Line 2021

Europe's best river cruise ship 2021, europe's best river cruise suite 2021.

Europe's Best Cruise Travel Agency 2021

The ultimate travel company,    indian ocean.

Indian Ocean's Best Cruise Destination 2021

Indian Ocean's Best Cruise Terminal 2021

Port victoria (seychelles).

Indian Ocean's Best Cruise Line 2021

Indian Ocean's Best Cruise Travel Agency 2021

Atom travel,    latin america.

Latin America's Best Cruise Destination 2021

Latin America's Best Cruise Terminal 2021

Dp world buenos aires (argentina).

Latin America's Best Cruise Line 2021

Celebrity cruises®, latin america's best river cruise destination 2021.

Latin America's Best River Cruise Line 2021

Anakonda amazon cruises.

Latin America's Best River Cruise Ship 2021

Manatee amazon explorer (anakonda amazon cruises).

Latin America's Best River Cruise Suite 2021

Deluxe suite - delfin i.

Latin America's Best Cruise Travel Agency 2021

Pier 1 cruise experts,    middle east, middle east's best cruise destination 2021.

Middle East's Best Cruise Terminal 2021

Dp world mina rashid (dubai, uae).

Middle East's Best Cruise Line 2021

Msc cruises.

Middle East's Best Cruise Travel Agency 2021

Cruisexplore,    north america.

North America's Best Cruise Destination 2021

Québec (canada).

North America's Best Cruise Terminal 2021

Portmiami (usa), north america's best cruise line 2021.

North America's Best River Cruise Destination 2021

Montréal (canada), north america's best river cruise line 2021.

North America's Best River Cruise Ship 2021

American harmony.

North America's Best River Cruise Suite 2021

Grand suite - american song, north america's best cruise travel agency 2021,    oceania.

Oceania's Best Cruise Destination 2021

Papua new guinea.

Oceania's Best Cruise Terminal 2021

Port of suva (fiji).

Oceania's Best Cruise Line 2021

Princess cruises.

Oceania's Best Cruise Travel Agency 2021

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Everything you need to know: World Cruise Awards 2023 (there are some surprising winners!)

The World Cruise Awards serves to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in the global cruise sector through our annual awards programme.

It is the sister event of World Travel Awards, which was launched in 1994 to celebrate excellence in global travel and tourism.

This year’s event was held at Atlantis The Royal Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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Abu Dhabi and Mauritius (iStock)

World’s Best Cruise Destination 2023: Abu Dhabi (UAE) World’s Best Cruise Destination Nominees: Alaska, Fiji, Jamaica, Madeira, Mauritius, Mexico, Mozambique, Philippines

World’s Best Cruise Terminal 2023: Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal at Zayed Port (UAE) World’s Best Cruise Terminal 2023 Nominees: Cape Town Cruise Terminal (South Africa), DP World Buenos Aires (Argentina), Male Commercial Harbour (Maldives), Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore Port of Falmouth (Jamaica), Port of Suva (Fiji), Port of Vancouver (Canada), Zadar Cruise Port (Croatia)

Image source: Norwegian Cruise Line

World’s Best Cruise Line 2023: Norwegian Cruise Line World’s Best Cruise Line 2023 Nominees: Celebrity Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Princess Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Silversea

World’s Best Boutique Cruise Line 2023: Star Clippers World’s Best Boutique Cruise Line 2023 Nominees: Azamara, Heritage Cruises, Ponant, Sea Cloud Cruises, Viking Ocean Cruises, Windstar Cruise

World’s Best Green Cruise Line 2023: Star Clippers World’s Best Green Cruise Line 2023 Nominees: AIDA Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Disney Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Hurtigruten, Lindblad Expeditions, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, P&O Cruises, Ponant, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Virgin Voyages

Eastern Europe detinations. (Viking Cruises)

World’s Best Cruise Line for Shore Excursions 2023: Viking Ocean Cruises World’s Best Cruise Line for Shore Excursions 2023 Nominees: Disney Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Princess Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises Royal Caribbean International, Silversea

Aurora Expeditions. (Supplied)

World’s Best Expedition Cruise Line 2023: Aurora Expeditions World’s Best Expedition Cruise Line 2023 Nominees: Albatros Expeditions, Aqua Expeditions, Australis, Coral Expeditions, Hurtigruten, Lindblad Expeditions, Nautilus Dive Adventures, Oceanwide Expeditions, Ponant, Quark Expeditions, Scenic, Seabourn, UnCruise Adventures

SeaDream II (Supplied)

World’s Best Small Cruise Ship 2023: SeaDream II World’s Best Small Cruise Ship 2023 Nominees: Aqua Expeditions, Emerald Azzurra, Emerald Harmony, Evrima (The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection), Le Laperouse (Ponant) MS Fridtjof Nansen (Hurtigruten), Royal Clipper, Safari Endeavour (UnCruise Adventures), Seabourn Venture, Silver Origin (Silversea), Ultramarine (Quark Expeditions) Viking Orion, Wind Surf

Celebrity Solstice in Sydney (Richard Birch)

World’s Best Midsize Cruise Ship 2023: Celebrity Solstice World’s Best Midsize Cruise Ship 2023 Nominees: Carnival Ecstasy, Celebrity Millennium, Celestyal Olympia, Disney Magic, Island Princess, Koningsdam (Holland America Cruises), Norwegian Sky Oceania Regatta, Seabourn Sojourn, Serenade of the Seas (Royal Caribbean), Star Legend (Windstar Cruises)

Wonder of the Seas (Supplied)

World’s Best Large Cruise Ship 2023: Wonder of the Seas (Royal Caribbean) World’s Best Large Cruise Ship 2023 Nominees: AIDA Nova, Carnival Panorama, Costa Smeralda, MSC Bellissima, MSC Meraviglia, MSC World Europa, Norwegian Bliss, Symphony of the Seas (Royal Caribbean)

World’s Best Cruise Ship for Activities 2023: Scenic Eclipse World’s Best Cruise Ship for Activities 2023 Nominees: Carnival Mardi Gras, Celebrity Apex, Disney Dream, Norwegian Encore, Quantum of the Seas (Royal Caribbean), Queen Mary 2 (Cunard) Scarlet Lady (Virgin Voyages)

Celebrity Edge (Supplied)

World’s Best Cruise Ship for Dining 2023: Celebrity Edge® World’s Best Cruise Ship for Dining 2023 Nominees: Azamara Quest, Carnival Horizon, Enchanted Princess, Evrima (The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection), Norwegian Dawn, Oasis of the Seas (Royal Caribbean), Ruby Princess, Scenic Eclipse, Seven Seas Navigator, Valiant Lady (Virgin Voyages)

World’s Best Cruise Ship for Entertainment 2023: Queen Mary 2 (Cunard) World’s Best Cruise Ship for Entertainment 2023 Nominees: Caribbean Princess, Carnival Breeze, Disney Magic, MSC Bellissima, MSC Meraviglia, Nieuw Statendam (Holland America Line), Norwegian Encore, Symphony of the Seas (Royal Caribbean)

Disney Dream (Creative Commons)

World’s Best Cruise Ship for Families 2023: Disney Dream World’s Best Cruise Ship for Families 2023 Nominees: Carnival Horizon, Costa Smeralda, Disney Wish, Disney Wonder, Harmony of the Seas (Royal Caribbean), Marella Discovery 2, MV Britannia (P&O Cruises), Norwegian Joy, Symphony of the Seas (Royal Caribbean)

World’s Best Cruise Ship for Gambling 2023: Carnival Vista World’s Best Cruise Ship for Gambling 2023 Nominees: Allure of the Seas (Royal Caribbean), Azamara Journey, Celebrity Solstice, Enchanted Princess, Norwegian Epic, Queen Mary 2 (Cunard)

World’s Best Cruise Ship for Romance 2023: SeaDream I World’s Best Cruise Ship for Romance 2023 Nominees: Azamara Journey, Celebrity Apex, Emerald Azzurra, Le Commandant Charcot (Ponant), Oceania Riviera, Seabourn Odyssey, Seven Seas Explorer The Gauguin, Viking Sky, Wind Surf (Windstar Cruises)

World’s Best Cruise Ship for Technology 2023: Quantum of the Seas (Royal Caribbean) World’s Best Cruise Ship for Technology 2023 Nominees: Celebrity Edge, Enchanted Princess, MSC Grandiosa

World’s Best Cruise Ship Suite 2023: The Haven 3-Bedroom Garden Villa – Norwegian Cruise Line World’s Best Cruise Ship Suite 2023 Nominees: Duplex Suite – Le Commandant Charcot (Ponant), Grand Wintergarden Suite – Seabourn, Owners Suite – Oceania Cruises, Owners Suite – Viking Ocean Cruises, Regent Suite – Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Royal Suite – Royal Caribbean International, Sky Suite – Princess Cruises

World’s Best River Cruise Destination 2023: Botswana World’s Best River Cruise Destination 2023 Nominees: Brazil, Cambodia, Italy, Québec World’s Best River Cruise Line 2023 Nominees: American Cruise Lines, Century Cruises 世纪游轮, Delfin Amazon Cruises, Zambezi Queen Collection

World’s Best Cruise Travel Agency 2023: Cruise118.com World’s Best Cruise Travel Agency 2023 Nominees: Cruise Arena, Cruise Planners, Cruise Vacations, CruiseXplore, Ecruising.travel, Luxury Cruise Connections, Mason’s Travel, R11 Travel Viagens e Turismo

Oceania’s Best Cruise Destination 2023: Fiji Oceania’s Best Cruise Destination 2023 Nominees: Auckland Island (New Zealand), Papua New Guinea, Perth (Australia), Sydney (Australia), Tahiti, Tonga, Vanuatu

Port of Suva (Supplied)

Oceania’s Best Cruise Terminal 2023: Port of Suva (Fiji) Oceania’s Best Cruise Terminal 2023 Nominees: Port of Newcastle (Australia), Ports of Auckland (New Zealand), Sydney Harbour (Australia)

Princess Cruises’ Sea Princess (Supplied)

Oceania’s Best Cruise Line 2023: Princess Cruises Oceania’s Best Cruise Line 2023 Nominees: Cunard, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, P&O Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Silversea

Oceania’s Best Cruise Travel Agency 2023: Ecruising.travel Oceania’s Best Cruise Travel Agency 2023 Nominees: Clean Cruising, Cruise Agency, Cruise Company, Cruise Holidays Australia, Cruise Megastore, Cruise Offers, Flight Centre Travel, House of Travel, Intrepid Travel, Knox Travel & Cruise, The Cruise Centre by Travelcall

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The Philippines sails to the forefront as Asia’s Best Cruise Destination for 2023, a first-of-its-kind recognition from the esteemed World Cruise Awards. This accolade propels the nation further into prominence in the global cruise and tourism arena.

Held in Dubai at the Atlantis The Royal on October 16, the World Cruise Awards 2023 spotlighted the Philippines for its exceptional contributions to the cruise sector. The country edged out competitors including India, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.

According to the Philippine Department of Tourism, the nation is set to welcome cruise ships at 128 ports across 33 distinct destinations. These cruises are projected to bring in over 101,000 passengers and approximately 50,000 crew members.

Among the ships making their way to Philippine waters are the Seaborne Encore, Silver Shadow, MSC Poesia, and Queen Elizabeth, to name a few. Notably, the Blue Dream Cruise made its inaugural trip to the country this month.

“The Philippines is world-renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, pristine beaches, diverse marine life, and warm hospitality. Our archipelago of 7,641 islands offers a wide array of cruise experiences, from exploring picturesque coastlines and coral reefs to immersing in local culture and traditions,” said Philippine Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco.

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The Philippine islands of Boracay, Palawan, and Siargao have also recently earned Conde Nast Travel’s Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Islands in Asia .

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SCENIC SWEEPS SIX 2022 WORLD CRUISE AWARDS IN RIVER AND OCEAN CATEGORIES, ADDING TO ITS 2022 COLLECTION

COURTESY Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours: Hollywood, Fla. & Vancouver, B.C. November 2022 – Scenic Group, parent company of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, and Emerald Cruises, is proud to be recognized for its luxury river and ocean cruise products by winning six 2022 World Cruise Awards. The World Cruise Awards serve to recognize, reward and celebrate excellence in the global cruise sector through their annual awards program.

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We work every year to deliver to our guests the best experiences and lifetime memories – and always strive to keep improving on the prior year’s results,” responded Anna Wolfsteiner, Scenic Group’s Global Chief of Sales & Marketing Officer. “It is such a great feeling and honor for us to be recognized across so many categories as being the best of the best. It serves as a testament to the strength of our brand across the world, the quality of our products, and the delivery of excellence and luxury across both our river and ocean cruises.”

This has been a stellar year for Scenic and awards. Besides the six mentioned World Cruise Awards, Scenic has received the Condé Nast Traveler 2022 Reader’s Choice Award for Best River Cruise Line and the recently announced two Cruise Critic Awards – Best Service and Best Dining in the Expedition Category. Past awards for the Scenic Group from Condé Nast Travel and Cruise Critic have recognized its level of service, value, offered experiences and ship design.

Scenic Group, which includes Emerald Cruises, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, and Mayflower Cruises & Tours, has grown over its 36-year history to include award-winning, river and ocean cruises and handcrafted land journeys that take guests to many of the world’s most fascinating destinations covering all seven continents. Since 2008, Scenic has set the benchmark for truly all-inclusive, five-star river cruises in Europe and Southeast Asia. In 2019, Scenic introduced Scenic Eclipse, The World’s First Discovery Yacht™, a 228-guest ultra-luxury ship, and plans to deliver a second yacht of the same category, Scenic Eclipse II, in 2023. Emerald Cruises has nine branded Star-Ships offering river cruises across Europe and on the Mekong. In March 2022, the 100-guest luxury yacht, Emerald Azzurra, was the first oceangoing yacht to launch under the Emerald Cruises brand, and will be followed by a sister, Emerald Sakara, in 2023.

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DUBAI, U.A.E. – The Philippines has proudly clinched the title of Asia’s Best Cruise Destination 2023 at the prestigious World Cruise Awards. This notable achievement marks the first time the Philippines has received this recognition, building the country’s reputation as an emerging powerhouse in the global cruise and tourism sector.

The World Cruise Awards, an annual program that celebrates excellence in the cruise industry, is affiliated with the renowned World Travel Awards. The awards program recognizes outstanding contributions to the cruise industry and is a highly anticipated event for cruise professionals, media, and consumers worldwide.

Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco expressed her gratitude and appreciation for the award noting that “This first time recognition as Asia’s Best Cruise Destination 2023 is a big win for Philippine tourism as it reflects a resounding global preference for our island destinations.

“We extend our sincere appreciation to all our tourism stakeholders for their hard work and collaboration. The shared tourism governance between government and the private sector espoused by the Marcos Administration is bearing fruit. We are committed to maintain and enhance the Philippines’ standing as an outstanding cruise destination in Asia and the world,” the tourism chief added.

Other countries that vied for the award include India, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.

As of October 16, 2023, The Philippines is projected to have 128 ports of call or cruise calls in 2023 across 33 destinations across the country. These cruise ships are expected to bring in more than 101,000 passengers and some 50,000 in estimated crew.

“The Philippines is world-renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, pristine beaches, diverse marine life, and warm hospitality. Our archipelago of 7,641 islands offers a wide array of cruise experiences, from exploring picturesque coastlines and coral reefs to immersing in local culture and traditions,” enthused the tourism chief.

Among the arriving cruise ships include the Seaborne Encore, Silver Shadow, MSC Poesia, Queen Elizabeth, Norwegian Jewel, Coral Adventure, MS Seven Seas Explorer, MS Star Breeze, Silver Whisper, Oceania Cruises, Aidabella, and the Blue Dream Cruise which has made its maiden voyage to the Philippines this month.

“With Boracay, Palawan, and Siargao having recently garnered Conde Nast Travel’s Best Islands in Asia Award, the Philippines’ recognition as Asia’s Best Cruise Destination complements and reaffirms our status as a must-visit destination for cruise enthusiasts. This prestigious award is not only a testament to the Philippines’ allure as a cruise destination but also a validation of the collective dedication of the tourism industry and the Department of Tourism. This augurs well for our strategic objective to equalize tourism development, as we put the spotlight on lesser-known destinations by expanding our cruise tourism portfolio to include new tourism destinations in time to come. We are grateful that the country’s potential to offer exceptional cruise experiences is now acknowledged on a global scale,” added the Secretary.

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World Cruise Awards 2023 winners were announced at Dubai's Atlantis The Royal

This year's World Cruise Awards, the sister event of the UAE-based World Travel Awards, took place at Atlantis The Royal on Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE.   

In its third year, the World Cruise Awards recognised Norwegian Cruise Line as the World's Best Cruise Line in 2023. 

Norwegian Cruise Line also won World's Best Cruise Ship Suite 2023 for its three-bedroom Garden Villa in its 'ship within a ship' luxury accommodation concept, The Haven (pictured).

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Other big winners included Celebrity Cruises , which scooped World's Best Midsize Cruise Ship for Celebrity Solstice and World's Best Cruise Ship for Dining for Celebrity Edge, and Royal Caribbean  for World's Best Large Cruise Ship 2023 for Wonder of the Seas, and World's Best Cruise Ship for Technology 2023 for Quantum of the Seas.

Flying the flag for the growing cruise market in the Middle East, Abu Dhabi won World's Best Cruise Destination 2023 and World's Best Cruise Terminal 2023 for Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal at Zayed Port.

Dubai-based cruise specialist CruiseXplore won the Middle East’s Best Cruise Agency 2023. Established in 2015, CruiseXplore promotes and sells a wide range of cruises to the Middle East market via a user-friendly booking engine.

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Speaking about the accolade, CruiseXplore chief executive officer Lakshmi Durai said: “Our sincere thanks to all our trade and media partners across the Middle East for their continued trust and support in voting us once again as the best Cruise Travel Agency in 2023. We're humbled by the recognition, and we earnestly resolve to continue to live up to expectations.”

Celebrating excellence in the global cruise sector, World Cruise Awards winners are voted for by selected cruise professionals, media and consumers worldwide.

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MANILA, Philippines – Don’t you love it when we’re cruising together? Start setting those travel goals for next year, because the Philippines has just been hailed Asia’s Best Cruise Destination for 2023 by the World Cruise Awards!

In a Facebook post on Monday, October 16, the Department of Tourism (DoT) announced the prestigious win, sharing that it is the first time the country has received this recognition. According to DoT, the award will help “build the country’s reputation as an emerging powerhouse in the global cruise and tourism sector.” It is also a big win for Philippine tourism, as it “reflects a resounding global preference for our island destinations” across the archipelago.

The Philippines bested neighboring nominees like Japan, India, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Several cruise lines will be arriving soon, such as Seaborne Encore, Silver Shadow, MSC Poesia, Queen Elizabeth, Norwegian Jewel, Coral Adventure, MS Seven Seas Explorer, MS Star Breeze, Silver Whisper, Oceania Cruises, Aidabella, and the Blue Dream Cruise, which made its maiden voyage to the country in October. Norwegian Jewel’s six-month Asia season will offer cruises ranging in length from 10-14 days, and will have its first-ever departures from Manila, Boracay, Palawan, and Salomague in Ilocos.

According to DoT, as of October 16, 2023, The Philippines is projected to have 128 ports of call or cruise calls in 2023 across 33 destinations across the country, with these cruise ships expected to bring in more than 101,000 passengers and some 50,000 in estimated crew.

The World Cruise Awards – affliated with the World Travel Awards – is an annual international awards program that “celebrates excellence in the cruise industry and recognizes outstanding contributions to the cruise industry.”

In September, the Philippines’ was named Asia’s Leading Dive Destination by the World Travel Awards 2023 for the fifth consecutive year. In October, the Philippines was also named Asia Pacific’s Best Dive Destination by the 2023 Travel Weekly Asia (TWA) Readers’ Choice Awards. The award came shortly after readers of luxury lifestyle and travel magazine Condé Nast hailed Boracay, Palawan, and Siargao among the best islands in Asia for 2023. – Rappler.com

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The Philippines has proudly clinched the title of Asia’s Best Cruise Destination 2023 at the prestigious World Cruise Awards. This notable achievement marks the first time the Philippines has received this recognition, building the country’s reputation as an emerging powerhouse in the global cruise and tourism sector. 

The World Cruise Awards, an annual program that celebrates excellence in the cruise industry, is affiliated with the renowned World Travel Awards. The awards program recognizes outstanding contributions to the cruise industry and is a highly anticipated event for cruise professionals, media, and consumers worldwide.

Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco expressed her gratitude and appreciation for the award noting that “This first time recognition as Asia’s Best Cruise Destination 2023 is a big win for Philippine tourism as it reflects a resounding global preference for our island destinations.

“We extend our sincere appreciation to all our tourism stakeholders for their hard work and collaboration. The shared tourism governance between government and the private sector espoused by the Marcos Administration is bearing fruit. We are committed to maintain and enhance the Philippines’ standing as an outstanding cruise destination in Asia and the world,” the tourism chief added.

Other countries that vied for the award include India, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.

As of October 16, 2023, The Philippines is projected to have 128 ports of call or cruise calls in 2023 across 33 destinations across the country. These cruise ships are expected to bring in more than 101,000 passengers and some 50,000 in estimated crew.

“The Philippines is world-renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, pristine beaches, diverse marine life, and warm hospitality. Our archipelago of 7,641 islands offers a wide array of cruise experiences, from exploring picturesque coastlines and coral reefs to immersing in local culture and traditions,” enthused the tourism chief.

Among the arriving cruise ships include the Seaborne Encore, Silver Shadow, MSC Poesia, Queen Elizabeth, Norwegian Jewel, Coral Adventure, MS Seven Seas Explorer, MS Star Breeze, Silver Whisper, Oceania Cruises, Aidabella, and the Blue Dream Cruise which has made its maiden voyage to the Philippines this month.

“With Boracay, Palawan, and Siargao having recently garnered Conde Nast Travel’s Best Islands in Asia Award, the Philippines’ recognition as Asia’s Best Cruise Destination complements and reaffirms our status as a must-visit destination for cruise enthusiasts. This prestigious award is not only a testament to the Philippines’ allure as a cruise destination but also a validation of the collective dedication of the tourism industry and the Department of Tourism.  This augurs well for our strategic objective to equalize tourism development, as we put the spotlight on lesser-known destinations by expanding our cruise tourism portfolio to include new tourism destinations in time to come. We are grateful that the country’s potential to offer exceptional cruise experiences is now acknowledged on a global scale,” added the Secretary.

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WASHINGTON , April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced the 2024 CLIA Hall of Fame Cruise Industry Award winners. The awards identify individuals and organizations whose efforts and accomplishments represent a significant contribution to the cruise industry. Award winners were inducted during the CLIA Hall of Fame Cruise Industry Awards & Gala Dinner during the CLIA Cruise360 conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Thursday, April 18 th , 2024.

"The 2024 Hall of Fame Winners are an extraordinary group of industry leaders with incredible passion for travel and limitless dedication to their clients and guests," said Kelly Craighead , President and CEO, CLIA. "They are innovators, visionaries, and a shining example of how hard work and leadership lead to success. We are proud to honor their impressive contributions to the cruise industry."

CLIA Congratulates its Hall of Fame Inductee Class of 2024

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER

Awarded to two individuals — one from the CLIA North American Travel Trade Membership and one from either a CLIA Global Cruise Line Member or River Marketing Affiliate — who are lifetime champions of cruise travel and have made monumental contributions to the cruise industry.

Christine Duffy President Carnival Cruise Line

Steering the flagship brand of Miami -based global cruise industry leader Carnival Corporation & plc. and the world's most popular cruise line, Carnival Cruise Line, President Christine Duffy leads more than 48,000 team members delivering fun and memorable cruises to more than 5.5 million guests each year. Duffy is at the helm of all operations across Carnival's fleet of 27 ships sailing from 14 U.S. homeports and two homeports in Australia , where she also oversees the operations of three ships that sail for P&O Cruises Australia.

Duffy most recently ushered the company through a rapid growth phase with the acquisition of five new ships in a period of two years. The cruise line's fleet expansion continues with two more of its largest and most innovative Excel- class ships in 2027 and 2028. She's also currently focused on the development of the cruise line's new exclusive destination, Celebration Key, which opens in July 2025 on Grand Bahama .

Under Duffy's leadership, Carnival became the first major U.S. cruise line to have its entire fleet back in operations after the industry-wide pause. Part of that restart coincided with the cruise line's implementation of Liquefied Natural Gas, with Carnival's Mardi Gras becoming the first LNG-powered cruise ship in North America . The same ship also took cruise ship attractions to new heights with the introduction of BOLT: The Ultimate SeaCoaster, a first at sea. Duffy's tenure also includes several major milestones in the company's history, including the year-long celebration of its 50th birthday in 2022 and the moment it welcomed its 100 millionth guest on board in 2023.

Expanding the company's ubiquitous brand recognition, Duffy continues to build partnerships, from inviting Shaquille O'Neal on board as the company's Chief Fun Officer and Emeril Lagasse as the fleet's Chief Culinary Officer, to meeting ambitious fundraising goals for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and supporting military families through Operation Homefront.

Duffy, the cruise line's first woman president, has served in this role since 2015 while simultaneously advocating for the entire cruise industry – including an appointment to the Secretary of Commerce to the United States Travel and Tourism Advisory Board and having also served as chair of the U.S. Travel Association, the national, non-profit organization representing all components of the travel industry, from 2020 to 2022. She joined Carnival after a successful tenure as president and CEO of the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), which represents the $120 billion global cruise industry. As the first woman to lead CLIA, she elevated the industry's profile before consumers, regulators, industry stakeholders and the media.

Prior to CLIA, Christine spent 10 years at Maritz Travel Company, the world's largest corporate meeting, events, and incentive travel company, where she was the company's first woman president and CEO. While leading Maritz, Christine played an important role with industry leaders and U.S. travel during the financial crisis of 2008, raising awareness about the importance of business travel and solidifying support in Washington . Her leadership led to a number of initiatives, including the first-ever public/private partnership to promote international travel to the U.S. creating what is known today as Brand USA . Throughout her career, Duffy has been a strong supporter of women's leadership in the travel industry, leading initiatives that delivered research and programs to help women advance their careers.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER

John Lovell, CTC President Travel Leaders Group

John Lovell , CTC, President of Travel Leaders Group, a division of Internova Travel Group, is a travel industry veteran with more than two decades of executive experience, a respected voice on travel trends and a leader in supporting the charitable needs of the travel community. Based in Orlando, Fla. , Lovell leads a division that generates gross travel sales approaching $21 billion annually. The division includes Internova's consortia operation, its large host agency and its wholly owned cruise, leisure, and specialty agencies. He oversees Travel Leaders Group's partnerships with travel suppliers, including cruise lines, tour operators, car rental companies and travel insurance entities, working to strengthen their vital relationships with travel advisors. As President of Travel Leaders Group, Lovell is also responsible for the strategic operations, sales, marketing, and overall growth of Travel Leaders Network, one of the largest travel agency organizations in North America . Prior to his current role, which he took on in 2020, Lovell served as President, Leisure Travel, Supplier Relations & Networks for Travel Leaders Group and as President of Vacation.com. At the time, Vacation.com was the largest travel agency consortium in the United States . In 2016, Travel Leaders Network was formed when Travel Leaders Franchise Group and Vacation.com were combined. Before becoming President of Vacation.com in 2011, he held several other positions within the company, including Vice President of Sales, Industry Relations, and Revenue Management. He was originally hired in 2002 as Vice President of Sales and Business Development. Before joining Vacation.com, Lovell held the position of Director of Travel Industry Sales at ANC Rental Corporation. He also worked as Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Renaissance Travel Solutions. His first job in the travel industry was at the Hertz Corporation, serving as Regional Sales Manager for the state of Florida . Additionally, Lovell spent nine years at BAT Industries, working his way up to Director of Global Accounts for the tobacco giant while based in London . Lovell is recognized within the industry for his expertise on the growing popularity of travel advisors, as well as cruise and leisure travel trends and the retail travel business. But he is also a leader in connecting the travel industry with those in need at home and around the world. In 2015, he founded the Family Bonds Foundation, the nonprofit giving arm of Travel Leaders Group that supports the charitable needs of those who work within the travel industry as well as the broader community.

TRAVEL AGENCY OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER

Awarded to a CLIA Travel Agency Member or Premier Agency Member that has demonstrated innovative and visionary leadership in their approach to promoting cruise travel, growing their cruise travel sales, and supporting their affiliated travel advisors.

Travel Planners International

Travel Planners International (TPI) is recognized for its pivotal role in transforming the travel industry through relentless innovation and a forward-thinking approach. They empower travel professionals with cutting-edge technology, comprehensive training, and robust marketing tools, setting a high standard for excellence and creativity in delivering exceptional travel experiences. TPI's 35-year influence is evident in its pioneering initiatives and services, significantly shaping the travel sector's evolution. Their commitment to innovation is reflected in their adaptive strategies, embracing changes and emerging trends to stay ahead in a competitive market. This forward-thinking mindset, led by President, Ken Gagliano , COO/Executive Vice President, Tony Gagliano, Jr., and Senior Vice President, Erwing Hernandez , ensures TPI advisors are equipped with the latest tools and knowledge to thrive in the dynamic travel landscape. The organization's dedication to innovation extends to its business model and partnership strategies, where they foster a culture of collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit. By encouraging creativity and flexibility, TPI enables its advisors to tailor unique travel experiences, leveraging the latest industry insights and technologies to meet the ever-changing demands of today's travelers. TPI's notable achievements and sustained industry leadership highlight their unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and the empowerment of travel professionals. Their enduring legacy is not just in their accomplishments but in their continuous pursuit of pioneering solutions that drive the travel industry forward, ensuring a vibrant future for travel professionals and clients alike.

ELITE CRUISE COUNSELLOR OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER

Awarded to a CLIA Individual Agent Member who has demonstrated their career commitment to professional development through achievement of Elite Cruise Counsellor or Elite Cruise Counsellor Scholar status – the pinnacle of CLIA certification – with the requisite sales requirements as well as significantly impacted the travel agent landscape through contributions to their agency.

Michael Akana, ECCS

"Travel, new experiences, and diverse culture challenges our assumptions about the world. Believing travel opens up our minds and breaks us out of our routine."

Michael Akana is one of the few travel agents certified by Cruise Line Industry Association (CLIA) as an Elite Cruise Counsellor Scholar (ECCS), the highest level of CLIA certification. Michael also holds a master's degree in Recreation, Hospitality and Tourism, is a Certified Travel Counselor from the Travel Institute, and is an ASTA Verified Travel Advisor. Michael began selling travel in 2006 following a career in management support of humanitarian agencies. He continues humanitarian work in Disaster Response with the American Red Cross, youth development with Kiwanis International and crisis response and addiction treatment with El Centro de Libertad/The Freedom Center. Michael serves on CLIA's Strategic Trade and Relations Board and is co- author of the Travel Advisor's Handbook and the Travel Advisor's Cruise Handbook.

About the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) CLIA is the world's largest cruise industry trade association, providing a unified voice for the industry as the leading authority of the global cruise community. On behalf of its members, affiliates and partners, the organization supports policies and practices that foster a secure, healthy, and sustainable cruise ship environment, promoting positive travel experiences for millions of travelers who cruise annually. This year, CLIA forecasts that the annual number of passengers will reach 35.7 million passengers. The CLIA community includes the world's most prestigious ocean, river, and specialty cruise lines; a widespread network of stakeholders, including ports and destinations, ship development, suppliers, and business services; and highly trained and certified travel agent members that represent the largest network of travel professionals specializing in cruise travel. The organization's global headquarters are in Washington, DC , with regional offices located in North and South America , Europe , and Australasia. For more information, please visit cruising.org  or follow us on Facebook ,   Instagram ,   X (formerly Twitter) ,  and YouTube  with our handle @CLIAGlobal —or on LinkedIn .

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