21 Oct 2024 PORT OF CAPE TOWN AWARDED AFRICA’S LEADING CRUISE PORT Michael Thomas recieving the award at the 31st Annual World Travel Awards. Last Friday, the Port of Cape Town was recognised as Africa’s Leading Cruise Port inclusive of our Cruise Terminal Building at the 31st Annual World Travel Awards, this win signifies our continued efforts to creating a world-class terminal with an improved experience for cruise passengers, from arrivals, stays and departures. As we continue our journey towards growing our cruise business and becoming one of the leading cruise ports, we’re proud to have celebrated many milestones this year including a historical moment with the arrivals of the two Cunard Queens; Queen Victoria and Queen Mary 2 who simultaneously graced the Port of Cape Town. We’re gearing up for an exciting 2024/2025 cruise season ahead with 88 cruise vessel visits scheduled and 130,000 total passengers expected. The two Cunard Queens; Queen Victoria and Queen Mary 2 berthed at Cape Town Cruise Terminal. We thank our partners, The Western Cape Government, The City of Cape Town, Transnet National Ports Authority, and South African Marine Safety Association and Cruise Cape Town powered by Wesgro, for the continued co-operation and support in making the Cruise Tourism Business in South Africa a success.