Port of Cork eyes further cruise growth despite record year which saw 243,000 visitors step ashore

The Port of Cork has had a record season for cruise liner visits with 100 vessels bringing nearly a quarter of a million passengers and crew to the region.

Port of Cork eyes further cruise growth despite record year which saw 243,000 visitors step ashore

The Port of Cork has had a record season for cruise liner visits with 100 vessels bringing nearly a quarter of a million passengers and crew to the region.

The visits are worth millions to the local economy as research found cruise ship passengers spend an average of €81 during their visit to Cork, while crew spend approximately €29.

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