The beautiful port of Florida that has broken a new record in cruise arrivals and departures

PortMiami, located southwest of the state of Florida, within the city of Miami, is not only considered one of the most important entry points for goods into the United States and the American continent. 

This paradisiacal site is also often referred to as the World Capital of Cruises thanks to the enormous number of ships that depart and arrive at this idyllic port jewel, a title that has recently been reaffirmed by setting a new world record. 

According to a statement released by Miami-Dade County, the legendary PortMiami set a new record by receiving 10 cruise ships on Friday, February 8. As mentioned, during this historic day, more than 68 thousand passengers moved through this area of the state of Florida, “clearly demonstrating” the importance of this point in the global cruise industry. 

"PortMiami is the preferred departure option for all major cruise lines. Miami-Dade is undoubtedly the epicenter of global cruise tourism, with incredible weather, vibrant culture, and unlimited entertainment options,” revealed Miami-Dade County leader Daniella Levine.

Cruises that “love” PortMiami 

According to the same statement, these were the vessels that docked at PortMiami on February 8: 

• Zaandam by Holland America

• Icon of the Seas and Independence of the Seas by Royal Caribbean International

• Scarlet Lady by Virgin Voyages

• Norwegian Escape and Norwegian Gem by Norwegian Cruise Line

• Sirena by Oceania Cruises

• Carnival Magic and Carnival Sunrise by Carnival Cruise Line

• MSC Seascape by MSC Cruises

In the same statement, and as part of the strategy to consolidate itself as the world's busiest port, the new cruise ships that will arrive at PortMiami throughout this year were revealed, with Queen Anne, by Cunard, being the first to set foot in this site last January. 

• MSC World America by MSC Cruises in April 2025 

• Norwegian Aqua by Norwegian Cruise Line in April 2025 

• Brilliant Lady by Virgin Voyages in October 2025 

• Allura by Oceania Cruises in November 2025 

• Queen Elizabeth by Cunard in October 2025 

According to port authorities, the arrival and departure of thousands of cruises from PortMiami has become one of the main economic drivers of Miami-Dade County, generating more than 61 billion dollars annually. 

Therefore, it is not surprising that with the aim of further expanding and strengthening this area, Miami-Dade County, in partnership with Carnival Corporation & PLC, MSC Cruises, among other cruise companies, launched, in June of last year, a shore power system to allow cruise ships to turn off their engines and connect to a land-based electrical grid while docked.

*This article has been automatically translated using artificial intelligence