Setúbal Harbor Strengthens its Position in the Cruise Segment: “SeaDream I” Arrived Today
Setúbal Harbor continues to assert its prominence in the cruise industry, with the recent arrival of the “SeaDream I” today. This notable event comes in the wake of the recent visit of the “Le Dumont D´Urville,” underscoring the region’s burgeoning appeal to cruise tourism.
The “SeaDream I,” flying the flag of the Bahamas, gracefully docked in Setúbal Harbor earlier today, following its preceding stop in Lisbon. This esteemed passenger vessel, originally constructed in 1984 and recently revitalized with a $10 million investment in 2022, represents the second of its class to make port at the Sadino harbor within a mere span of four days.
During its brief sojourn within the tranquil waters of the Sado River, spanning from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., passengers aboard the “SeaDream I” will have the opportunity to partake in immersive explorations of the region’s most captivating attractions. While specifics of the itinerary remain undisclosed, expectations are high for visits to iconic locales such as “A Volta dos Três Castelos” encompassing Setúbal, Palmela, and Sesimbra, as well as the esteemed Quinta da Bacalhôa in Azeitão.
This momentous occasion follows swiftly after the inaugural call of the “Le Dumont D´Urville,” marking the commencement of cruise ship visits to Setúbal in 2024. As per the Administration of the Harbors of Setúbal and Sesimbra (AHSS), the region anticipates the forthcoming docking of three additional vessels of similar ilk this calendar year, a testament to the burgeoning allure of the harbor.
To commemorate the arrival of the “Le Dumont D´Urville,” the AHSS orchestrated a grand reception ceremony, exemplifying the region’s unwavering dedication to the development and enrichment of cruise tourism. António Caracol, the esteemed administrator of Setúbal Harbor, underscored the substantial economic and societal potential that this sector embodies for the region, accentuating ongoing endeavors aimed at enhancing harbor infrastructure and envisioning the establishment of a state-of-the-art passenger terminal.
During their brief interlude in Setúbal, passengers of the “Le Dumont D´Urville” reveled in bespoke tourist excursions, including visits to historically significant sites, indulgence in regional culinary delights such as wines and cheeses, and immersive explorations of the breathtaking Serra da Arrábida, coupled with enchanting encounters with dolphins adorning the Sado River.
With steadfast investments in infrastructure and a meticulously curated growth strategy, Setúbal Harbor stands poised to ascend as a premier destination for cruise enthusiasts, thereby catalyzing unprecedented economic prosperity and social advancement throughout the region.
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