St Kitts and Nevis to welcome 18 cruises, tourism sector to boost in April

Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis: St Kitts and Nevis is all set to welcome 18 cruises in the month of April 2024. All these cruises are expected to bring thousands of passengers to the island nation, marking a boost in the tourism sector.

This continuous visits of cruises to the island nation reflects the unwavering commitment and dedication of the tourism ministry to elevate the nation to greater heights and achieve significant milestones in terms of tourism arrivals.

The arrival of the cruise ships is not just a boom for the economic conditions of the country but also plays a pivotal role in promoting the vibrant culture and traditions of the nation. Along with that, it also creates a surge in employment opportunities and gives a platform to the local businesses to generate revenues.

Notably, the first cruise vessel that will dock at the shores of the island nation is Club Med 2 which has the capacity to accommodate 386 passengers. Meanwhile, Disney Magic would be the last vessel to dock in the month of April, holding a capacity to accommodate thousands of passengers.

The other cruise vessels, such as Icon of the Seas, Jewel of the Seas, Explorer of the Seas, Marella Discovery and many other will also make their visit to St Kitts and Nevis in the said month.

The entire cruise schedule for April 2024 incudes,

Tuesday, 2^nd April 2024

• Club Med 2
• Enchanted Princess
• Marella Discovery
• Jewel of the Seas

Tuesday, 4^th April 2024

• Marella Voyager
• Star Clipper

Monday, 8^th April 2024

• Celebrity Equinox

Thursday, 11^th April 2024

• Celebrity Ascent
• Explorer of the Seas

Monday, 15^th April 2024

• Ocean Explorer

Tuesday, 16^th April 2024

• Marella Voyager
• Marella Discovery

Thursday, 18^th April 2024

• Norwegian Sky

Friday, 19^th April 2024

• Celebrity Beyond

Tuesday, 23^rd April 2024

• Icon of the Seas

Thursday, 25^th April 2024

• Explorer of the Seas

Saturday, 27^th April 2024

• Norwegian Sky

Sunday, 28^th April 2024

• Disney Magic

The tourism authority of St Kitts and Nevis has expressed excitement about welcoming 18 cruise ships and thousands of passengers to the island nation, will improve access to financial services which ensures sustainable and economic growth.