On September 24, the Port of Santander welcomed the elegant cruise ship Spirit of Discovery, operated by the British company Saga Cruises. The call took place at the Almirante berth, next to the Maritime Station, where the vessel remained from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., giving its passengers the chance to explore and enjoy the…
The Ventura cruise ship will make its fifth call of the season in Santander on Friday, August 29th. On this occasion, the vessel has requested to extend its stay in the city. The ship will remain berthed at the Port of Santander from 9:00 AM on Friday morning until 8:00 AM on Saturday, offering passengers…
Seguir leyendo Ventura Extends Stay in Santander on Fifth Call of the Year
On Saturday, 23 August, Santander welcomed the first-ever call of the Borealis, a cruise ship operated by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. Measuring 237.7 meters in length, the Borealis arrived at the Estación Marítima from Southampton and remained alongside from 09:00 to 18:30, before departing for Bilbao. The vessel can accommodate up to 1,680 passengers and…
Seguir leyendo Borealis calls at Santander for the first time
Thousands Disembark in Santander Port: A Bustling Day for Cruise and Ferry Passengers Today, Santander Port buzzed with activity as over 6,000 passengers disembarked, including both cruise travelers and ferry passengers. This influx highlighted the city’s appeal as a vibrant maritime destination. Cruise Updates for Monday, June 30th: Ventura at Estación Marítima: The Ventura docked…
Seguir leyendo Double Cruise Delight in Santander: Ventura and Seven Seas Voyager Make Waves
On Tuesday, April 29th, Santander Port welcomed the British cruise ship Spirit of Adventure, operated by Saga Cruises. Arriving from Gijón, the vessel berthed at the Estación Marítima from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM, carrying nearly 1,000 passengers—the majority of whom were British—as well as approximately 500 crew members. After her stay, she continued on…
Seguir leyendo Saga’s Spirit of Adventure Calls at Santander for Fourth Time
Santander Cruise Deluxe proudly participated in this year’s Seatrade Cruise Global, the premier event for the cruise industry. Held in Miami, Florida, Seatrade Cruise Global is renowned for bringing together cruise lines, destinations, and industry leaders to network, share insights, and shape the future of cruising. At the event, Santander Cruise Deluxe showcased its world-class…
Seguir leyendo Santander Cruise Deluxe Joins Seatrade Cruise Global 2025
The Port of Santander is opening its doors to cruise passengers with a brand-new initiative: a guided tour of the port facilities, set to take place on Wednesday, February 5th. This exclusive experience is designed to offer visitors an inside look at the port’s operations, history, and its crucial role in Cantabria’s maritime industry. The…
Seguir leyendo First Guided Tour of the Port of Santander for Cruise Passengers
At the 2025 FITUR Tourism Fair, Santander Cruise Deluxe showcased Cantabria’s growing appeal as a premium cruise destination. Following its strategic roadmap, the brand achieved a record-breaking 35,761 cruise passengers in 2024, marking a 50% increase from the previous year. Looking ahead, Santander Cruise Deluxe aims to attract 90,000 cruise tourists by 2030, potentially generating…
Seguir leyendo Santander Cruise Deluxe: A New Horizon for Cruise Tourism in Cantabria
On Monday, October 28th, 2024, Santander Port honored the cruise ship Ventura during its final call of the year, celebrating an impressive milestone of 22 calls since its first visit on July 25th, 2019. This recognition highlighted the Ventura‘s strong connection to Santander as a favored destination. As a token of gratitude, a framed enlarged…
Seguir leyendo Santander Honors the Cruise Ship Ventura for 22 Calls Since 2019
This morning, the passengers aboard the Ventura cruise ship woke up to breathtaking views of the «viento sur» (southern wind) in the beautiful Bay of Santander. Due to bad weather conditions, the ship has advanced its planned stop from Wednesday, October 2, to today, Tuesday, October 1. The Ventura has adjusted its itinerary, arriving from…
