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14 Feb 2023

Valletta Cruise Port awarded as Best Port of Call Global

Valletta Cruise Port bags award during Fitur Madrid

Tuesday 14th February 2023

Valletta has been chosen by Spanish-speaking cruisers as the Best Port of Call Global, an honour which was announced during Premios Cruceroadicto 2022 held during FITUR Madrid 2023 in January.

These awards are the result of an international cruise satisfaction survey taken by the growing community of Spanish-speaking cruise travellers, who had the opportunity to voice their favourite cruise line, ship and port experiences during the past year, along with the reason behind their choices. The voting process consisted of a transparent methodology which enabled travellers to have the last word based on their personal experiences, with the process relying on an elaborate automated system that determined the final award-winning categories. To ensure total objectivity and cleanliness of the results, the entire process was independently supervised by consulting firm We-iN which participated as the methodological and technological partner for the voting, selection of the finalists and proclamation of the winners.

Stephen Xuereb, COO of Global Ports Holding and CEO of Valletta Cruise Port commented, “In 2022 Valletta Cruise Port welcomed over 529,000 passenger movements with 35,000 passenger movements coming specifically from Spain not to mention other Spanish-speaking guests hailing from other countries. It is indeed a pleasure to see our guests recognising Valletta Cruise Port’s efforts together with those of other key stakeholders in making their visit to our city a memorable experience. As part of the Global Ports Holding network our trajectory is not only one of growth, but one of ensuring operational excellence.”

About Valletta Cruise Port Plc

Fresh from celebrating its 20th anniversary from the start of cruise operations, Valletta Cruise Port Malta is a key port of call and a thriving homeport, with a strategic location in the central Mediterranean. It offers a safe haven for ships and a variety of 24/7 support services. Valletta's quays are ISPS-compliant and can handle the largest cruise vessels. Shore-side operations are complemented by various shops, cafes, restaurants and other amenities situated opposite the berthing quays on the Valletta Waterfront. A signatory to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)’s Global Code of Ethics for Tourism, Valletta Cruise Port has also been awarded the 'Safe Travels' stamp by the World Travel & Tourism Council.

For more information, please visit: www.vallettacruiseport.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

About Global Ports Holding Plc

Global Ports Holding Plc (GPH) is the world's largest cruise port operator with an established presence in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Asia-Pacific regions, including extensive commercial port operations in Montenegro.

Established in 2004 as an independent cruise port operator with a diversified portfolio of cruise and commercial ports, the group holds a unique position in the cruise port landscape, positioning itself as the world’s leading cruise port brand. With an integrated platform of cruise ports serving cruise liners, ferries, yachts, and mega-yachts, GPH operates 26 ports in 14 countries and continues to grow steadily. The group also offers commercial port operations which specialize in container, bulk, and general cargo handling.

For more information, please visit: www.globalportsholding.com or follow us on LinkedIn.