DIARIO DEL PUERTO CRUISE TRENDS - SEATRADE 2022 32 LEILA ESCRIHUELA LOLI DOLZ JAIME PINEDO RAÚL TÁRREGA It looks like the time has come to return to normality, finally. The health crisis caused by COVID-19 did away with cruise line schedules, port forecasts and the vacations of thousands of people. Now, two years later, we can say that business is starting to pick up again, with positive figures and excellent forecasts for a full recovery in 2023. The first regional calls gave way to multi-country circuits and, today, schedules have been confirmed on consolidated itineraries based on the experience of the cruise lines and destinations, which, in turn, are adding interesting new features to their offerings, such as new onboard services, excursions, and technological innovations aimed at providing a unique tourist experience on board more sustainable ships. Ontheotherhand, thedestinations and ports are ready and waiting. Together they offer the international cruise industry infinite possibilities for everyone to find what they are looking for within a framework of safety and guarantees of hygiene and protection against COVID. Whether you prefer the sea or the ocean, mountains, cities, history, culture, sport, gastronomy, or experiences... you will find everything and much more along Spain’s 7,000 kilometers of coastline. In addition, Spanish ports are equipped with modern, versatile infrastructures to cater for all the vessels currently in service and those to come. The following pages are the perfect vehicle for you to dip into Spain’s best cruise destinations, port by port. DESTINATION SPAIN
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