Port Royal Welcomes First Cruise Ship
Historic!
On Monday, January 21, Port Royal welcomed its first cruise ship.
The Marella Discovery 2, the lead ship of the vision class of cruisers, originally operated by Royal Caribbean International, docked with some 2,000 passengers onboard.
Residents gathered in the streets to witness the historic moment and to chat with tourists who strolled through the area.
Several residents have already expressed their delight and excitement for the potential boost to revenue they will potentially receive.
And Jamaicans from other parts of the island have taken to social media platforms to share their elation.
Prime Minister Holness said via a release:
Port Royal is an environmental asset, it is a historical asset, it is a cultural asset, and it is also an economic asset.
“I think we can truly realize the value in Port Royal, preserve it for generations to come, and also build wealth from it for generations to come so that, they may have a greater and deeper appreciation for the asset and they can continue its protection, that’s the objective.”
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