As the summer cruise season gets under way in Europe, 96 ships have sailed back to European waters from their winter routes within the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa and Asia.
This brings the whole fleet within the region this summer to 200 cruise ships, operated by 65 lines, serving as a minimum 530 destinations stretching from the Mediterranean to the Arctic.
Underlining the industry’s steady growth in Europe, the eu summer fleet will include 11 new ships this year, including three ships re-entering service for brand spanking new operators because the data compiled for the Cruise Lines International Association in Europe shows.
“The collection of new destinations, new lines and new ships entering service in Europe this year are all further evidence of ways cruising is growing and should keep growing within the region, drawing on Europe’s unique offering with regards to its rich culture, its varied geography and its long maritime traditions, and its expertise in hospitality and repair,” said CLIA Europe chairman Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio.
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