2 0 1 Port of Muskegon, Michigan, USA When cruise ships arrive again in Muskegon, it will mark a fresh beginning for West Michigan’s vacation season. Residents look forward to chatting again with visitors about the rich history and new happenings in Muskegon. The museums are hosted by volunteers, so passengers have ample opportunities to talk to and get to know the locals. “Locals will enthusiastically talk about the historic district, the Victorian homes, the public art and the craft markets,” says Cindy Larson, president of Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce. “Muskegon is a big, small town, where everyone enjoys the splendour and beauty of visiting cruise ships!” BVI Ports Authority, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean In the last quarter of 2021, BVI Ports Authority witnessed the successful return of the cruise ship industry to the British Virgin Islands amid an ongoing pandemic. This achievement was accomplished by the hard work, dedication and support of many both locally and abroad. Reviving this sector significantly helped to restimulate the local economy, putting people back to work and reopening businesses. From BVI’s ship agents to tour operators, taxi drivers, beach and retail vendors and many other stakeholders, the benefits have been substantial. Antigua Cruise Port, Antigua and Barbuda The return of cruising to Antigua and Barbuda was an emotional time for those working at Antigua Cruise Port and its surrounding businesses. Each cruise line’s return to Antigua was celebrated with a welcome ceremony, a plaque exchange and steel pan entertainment. With the completion of the fifth berth under its belt, Global Ports Holding is now focused on the landside development of the port and will commit an estimated $35 million to the creation of the Antigua Port Day Club. The modern waterfront playground will feature several pools, a casino, local food and beverage outlets, and approximately 70 to 100 retail spaces for local entrepreneurs. The day club project will also include the implementation of solar panels to supply power to the area. Construction of the day club will begin in July 2022 and is scheduled to be completed by July 2023.
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