As the official training partner of FCCA, Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence participated in the "Shore to Ship: Elevating the Local Cruise Experience" symposium in Curaçao, last week. CEO Beth Hatt joined industry leaders on an expert panel discussing the complete passenger

Today, FCCA — led by Jason Liberty, President & CEO of Royal Caribbean Group — and our Member Lines stood in partnership with @PortMiami Director & CEO Hydi Webb, Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Miami-Dade County Chief Operating Officer Jimmy Morales, at the Board of

FCCA hosted Governor Joaquín Jesús Díaz Mena and a high-level delegation from the State of Yucatán at its headquarters this week for productive discussions on expanding collaboration and cruise tourism opportunities. FCCA leadership — including CEO Michele Paige, President Adam

At the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s #SOTIC2025 in Barbados last week, FCCA Platinum Member Marc Melville, CEO of Chukka Caribbean Adventures, underscored the vital role of the cruise industry in driving growth across the region. He highlighted that the volume and scale

🚢 Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.’s SVP Port Development & Construction, Juan Kuryla, brought a pragmatic lens to the Holistic Approach to Tourism panel at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s #SOTIC2025 in Barbados. He reminded delegates that cruise and hotel markets are

🌊 At the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO)’s #SOTIC2025 in Barbados this week, FCCA Operations Committee Chair and Senior Vice President for Government and Destination Affairs at Carnival Corporation & plc, Marie McKenzie, emphasized the need for stronger dialogue between

Today at the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Board of Directors Meeting, FCCA CEO Michele Paige shared key insights on the future of cruise tourism in the Caribbean: 🔹 Caribbean cruise passengers have grown 27% since 2019, with projections to host 42M passengers by 2028

🙏 Thank you to all the cruise executives joining us for this year’s FCCA Cruise Conference & Trade Show! 🚢 We’re on track to break records with 1,030 one-on-one meeting slots now confirmed – the most ever. 📩 One-on-One schedules have already been sent to all registered

🚢✨ A Brilliant Debut in New York Harbor ✨🚢 Sir Richard Branson was on deck to welcome Brilliant Lady, the newest ship in @VirginVoyages’ award-winning, adults-only fleet, as she made her spectacular arrival in New York City earlier this month. Sailing past the Statue of

🌊 President Panel — Insights from the Helm of the Cruise Industry Get ready for one of the most anticipated sessions at the FCCA Cruise Conference & Trade Show in San Juan, October 21–24! ⚓ Join an exclusive conversation with the Presidents, CEOs and Chairs of leading cruise

🚢✨ Get set for our FCCA Conference Workshops! 📅 Wednesday, October 22 CEO/President Spotlight — A Conversation with Josh Weinstein, Harry Sommer & Michael Bayley Join us for a dynamic CEO Spotlight featuring: •⁠ ⁠Josh Weinstein, President & CEO, Carnival Corporation &

🚢✨ All systems go for the FCCA Cruise Conference & Trade Show — October 21–24 in San Juan, Puerto Rico! 📅 September 21, 2025 — registered delegates will receive instructions to book their one-on-one meetings directly in their inbox. These meetings are limited and executive

🚢🌴 Strengthening health, safety & partnership in Caribbean cruise tourism! Today, FCCA CEO Michele Paige addressed regional stakeholders at the CARPHA Regional Tourism & Health Program workshop in St. Maarten, emphasizing the cruise industry’s unwavering commitment to

🚢✨ History made in St. Maarten today! The arrival of Royal Caribbean’s brand-new Star of the Seas marked its grand debut on the island. This newest Icon Class marvel not only impressed with its scale and innovation but also delivered a significant economic boost to St.

FCCA proudly congratulates our Chairman, Micky Arison, on his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025! Enshrined this past weekend, Micky’s impact has extended far beyond the court. Through his vision and leadership with the Miami Heat, and his

Limited Rooms Remaining at the FCCA Conference Hotel! Heading to the FCCA Conference & Trade Show this October? Stay at the vibrant Aloft San Juan, just a short walk from the Convention Center and located in Distrito T-Mobile, Puerto Rico’s new entertainment hub. 🎶🌴 🏨 Rates

🇵🇷🤝 Partners in Prosperity Pictured (l–r): FCCA President Adam Ceserano, Governor of Puerto Rico Jenniffer González-Colón, and FCCA CEO Michele Paige at the August 21 press conference in San Juan. Their united message was clear — strong partnerships between government and

🌴⚓ Strengthening Partnerships in the BVI This week, FCCA — represented by Mario Aguirre, Director of Membership Events & Programs — joined Disney Cruise Line’s Michelle Moraga, Regional Port Adventures Manager, and Hein Erasmus, Senior Manager, Port Adventures & Destination

🇵🇷✨ The press conference to highlight the importance of the FCCA Annual Cruise Conference and Trade Show in San Juan last week was a powerful showcase of partnership and vision. Watch this clip to hear FCCA President Adam Ceserano address the cruise tourism potential for the