The Mediterranean region boasts six of the world’s busiest cruise ports, including Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, and Civitavecchia. Barcelona is the busiest cruise port in the Mediterranean, with 2,712,000 visitors annually. The city is vibrant, rich in culture, food, and beaches. Other popular Mediterranean cruise ports include Livorno, a major gateway to Florence and Tuscany, and Malta (Valletta), a hidden gem with an impressive walled city, harbor, and rich history.
The Mediterranean is the second-largest market for cruises outside of the Caribbean, with rising passenger numbers putting increasing strain on the industry. Port Canaveral, which reached 4.07 million passenger movements in 2022, edged out Port Miami as the busiest cruise port. The Mediterranean is home to several other ports, such as Port Canaveral, Port Canaveral, Port Everglades, Port of Barcelona, Port of Civitavecchia, Port of Cozumel, Port of Nassau, and Port of Shanghai.
While Barcelona is busiest on Fridays and Sundays, its least crowded days are generally Wednesdays and Thursdays. No cruise ships call at the Catalan city on these days. The Mediterranean is also the second-largest market for cruises outside of the Caribbean, with Genoa, Savona, and Balearic Islands being the top destinations.
In summary, the Mediterranean is a popular destination for cruises, with six of the world’s busiest cruise ports, including Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, and Civitavecchia. With a growing number of passengers, the Mediterranean remains a popular destination for cruises.
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