Successful Cruise Ship Season in 2022

2022 was a successful return for the cruise ship industry. During the season, the Port of St. John’s welcomed 26 cruise ships carrying over 23,000 passengers. These visits included two ships that extended their stay over a couple of days due to inclement weather. Cruise ship visits have a significant impact on our economy, small businesses and tour operators.

In October, the Port also marked a significant milestone. The final cruise ship of the season, the Sky Princess, welcomed the 300,000th cruise ship guest to St. John’s. The City of St. John’s in partnership with the St. John’s Port Authority hosted a dockside ceremony to greet the passenger and welcomed them with a gift of local goods and a plaque to mark the occasion.

The City of St. John’s is looking forward to hosting 35 cruise ships in 2023. The first cruise ship of the season, the Norwegian Dawn, is scheduled to arrive on April 24 with approximately 3000 passengers. Cruise ship visits will occur between April and October, with the busiest months being September and October.

Please note: cruise ship visits may be cancelled or postponed at any time due to unforeseen circumstances.

For up-to-date cruise schedules visit: StJohns.ca/Cruise or call the cruise information line at 709-576-8333.

Do you love our vibrant city? Become an Ambassador!

Are you comfortable spending time outside in downtown St. John’s and sharing information with others?

The City of St. John’s is looking for energetic and passionate individuals who would like to be a part of the City’s Ambassador Program.

Ambassadors assist visitors to our city by providing tourist information while creating a positive atmosphere.

If you are interested in this unique volunteer opportunity, please contact Kim Cooper at 709-576-7160 or KCooper@StJohns.ca