Antigua and Barbuda Secures Increased Cruise Calls and Strategic Growth at Seatrade Cruise Global

MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA (April 17, 2026) – The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) delegation led by CEO Colin C. James and including USA Senior Business Development Manager-Partnerships, Donyelle Bird-Browne, Canada Business Development Manager-Cruise Marketing Shamoi Richards and Antigua Port Authority CEO Darwin Telemaque, represented Antigua and Barbuda at Seatrade Cruise Global 2026, held April 13–16 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Antigua and Barbuda will see increased cruise calls across multiple lines, reinforcing its role as a key Eastern Caribbean port. Notably, MSC Group confirmed 12 calls in 2026, growing to 41 calls in 2027, including 13 calls from Explora Journeys, its luxury brand. The destination will also welcome a major milestone on December 7, 2026, with the maiden voyage and first revenue call of the MSC World Europa, bringing approximately 5,250 passengers to Antigua and Barbuda.

From Royal Caribbean Group, Antigua and Barbuda is projected to receive 112 calls in the next season, while Oceanus is set to deliver 52 calls annually, maintaining a weekly, year-round presence. Continued engagement with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection further strengthens the destination’s positioning within the high-value luxury cruise segment.