Vancouver welcomed a record 306 cruise ship visits this year, but passenger numbers were down
This marks the end of the first full season since the cruise ship industry was shut down by the federal government in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19.Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion delivered straight to your inbox at 7 a.m., Monday to Friday.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails. Postmedia Network Inc.
“Looking ahead, we’re seeing early indications of a record-setting season in 2023, which is a testament to the enduring strength of Vancouver’s cruise industry and this year’s successful return.”Article content Assuming cruise ships operate at closer to capacity next year, the port is predicting a record 334 cruise ships carrying a record 1.3 million passengers.A cruise ships passes a tent encampment at CRAB Park in Vancouver on May 2, 2022.Destination Vancouver president Royce Chwin said the return of cruise ships had kicked off the rebuilding of Vancouver’s visitor economy.
“When those ships were back in the harbour and visitors were streaming into the city once again, we knew the corner had been turned. And to have the number of ships calling at our port exceed the industry’s peak in 2019 is absolutely remarkable,” Chwin said.The last ship, departing Nov. 2, will be the Crown Princess.
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