PortMiami named best U.S. homeport by Porthole Cruise and Travel Magazine

PortMiami has received the 2024 best U.S. homeport Editor-In-Chief Award by Porthole Cruise and Travel Magazine. The magazine’s publisher and editor-in-chief select the award recipients. 

“We are grateful to Porthole Cruise and Travel Magazine for selecting PortMiami as the best homeport in the United States,” said Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. “PortMiami partners with 23 cruise lines, which means passengers have a variety of brands and itineraries. Additionally, Miami’s amazing year-round weather, unique cultural offerings, restaurants options, and exciting attractions, make us one of the most desirable destinations in the world.”

In the past three years, the port opened three new cruise terminals: Norwegian Cruise Line’s Cruise Terminal B, the Pearl of Miami; Carnival Corporation’s Cruise Terminal F; and Virgin Voyages’ Cruise Terminal V, the Palm Grove. Currently under construction are MSC Cruises’ Terminals AA, which will open in 2024. Recently, the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners approved Royal Caribbean Group’s new Cruise Terminal G, which is expected to open in late 2027.

Additionally, the port is finalizing its Shore Power Program, a partnership between PortMiami, its cruise partners – Carnival Corporation, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean Group, and Virgin Voyages – and Florida Power and Light Company. Upon completion in spring 2024, shore power capability will be available at five cruise terminals with the ability to plug in three ships at a time. Shore power will allow a cruise ship to turn off their primary engines while docked, resulting in reduced air emissions.

"Miami is one of the greatest cities in the world and has always maintained a top spot in the world of cruise especially," said Bill Panoff, Porthole Cruise and Travel Magazine editor-in-chief. "PortMiami itself is a pleasure to be in and is in easy reach of all kinds of pre- and post-cruise options. What more could a traveler ask for?". 

PortMiami is iconic for cruising, its state-of-the-art cruise terminals, and being the premier hub for sailing to the Bahamas, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Located minutes from Miami Beach and Downtown Miami, PortMiami is the departure of choice for all major cruise lines.

About PortMiami
PortMiami is recognized as the Cruise Capital of the World and Global Gateway of the Americas. The port is among Miami-Dade County’s most important economic engines contributing $43 billion annually to the local economy and supporting more than 334,500 jobs. For more information, please visit www.portmiami.biz.