Antalya Welcomes the First Cruise Ship of the Season

The luxury passenger ship Hamburg, measuring 144 meters in length, visited QTerminals Antalya Port, one of Turkey’s leading commercial cargo and cruise ports. The Bahamian-flagged Hamburg cruise ship, with a gross tonnage of 15,067, arrived at QTerminals Antalya Port with 310 passengers and 170 crew members. The passengers contributed to the regional economy by shopping in Antalya, visiting local restaurants, and tourist attractions. The next stop for the Hamburg cruise ship will be the port of Rhodes.

Stretching approximately 700 nautical miles along the coastline between Izmir and Mersin, QTerminals Antalya hosts the highest volume of both passenger and cargo operations. QTerminals Antalya plays a significant role as the gateway of the region to global trade and tourism, with its commitment to providing high-quality, safe, and efficient services. As Turkey’s leading commercial cargo and cruise port, QTerminals Antalya stands out in the rapidly growing and evolving cruise tourism sector with its technological infrastructure and accumulated knowledge.

The General Manager of QTerminals Antalya Port, emphasized the importance of cruise tourism for the country’s economy, stating, “Cruise tourism enhances tourist experiences, introduces different cultures, and contributes significantly to the local economy. When cruise passengers disembark and visit ports, they make a substantial contribution to the local economy. Tourists get to experience the natural beauty, historical, and cultural heritage of our country up close.

At QTerminals Antalya, we are one of the best-performing ports in the industry, offering high-quality, safe, and efficient services with our capacity, security measures, and logistical networks. With our principles of providing quality, safe, and fast services, we serve our customers with high standards as the gateway of the region to global trade and tourism.”