In an announcement, DP World said that passenger cruise vessels ‘Mein Schiff 1’ and ‘MS Braemar’ have called at Limassol, allowing passengers to explore the sites and attractions.

Century-class cruise ship ‘Mein Schiff 1’ berthed overnight Limassol. It is owned and operated by TUI Cruises and it has a gross tonnage of 76,522 tonnes, a length of 259 metres, capacity for over 2,600 passengers with a crew of 909. The 195-metre long ‘MS Braemer’ is currently operating with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and berthed for the day.

Meaby said, “Limassol consistently ranks as a top destination for visitors, and cruise lines see DP World Limassol as an attractive call on their itineraries,” adding that “this year Cyprus has seen a 10% growth in tourists compared with 2016.”

“Port-call vessels typically have a wide-ranging impact on the local economy, as passengers, who are often international, have the opportunity to explore everything the city and the surrounding region has to offer,” he noted.

Source: Cyprus Mail