Two leading Caribbean cruise hubs have earned a spot of international honor, with Antigua securing a nomination for the highly-coveted Caribbean’s Best Cruise Destination 2026 title in the World Cruise Awards, an industry recognition that highlights the island’s rising reputation as a top-tier visitor hotspot in the region.
Global Ports Holding, the operator behind the nomination announcement, also confirmed that Nassau Cruise Port in The Bahamas has joined Antigua on the shortlist for the same competitive category. In a statement accompanying the announcement, the company emphasized that these nominations are far more than just symbolic recognition: they stand as a testament to the hard work and persistent dedication of on-ground teams and regional partners, who have worked tirelessly to curate unforgettable experiences for every passenger while prioritizing long-term, sustainable growth of cruise tourism across the entire Caribbean basin.
For Antigua specifically, the nomination comes on the heels of years of transformative investment at Antigua Cruise Port. The facility has undergone a sweeping redevelopment, with large-scale capital injections directed at three core goals: elevating the overall passenger experience from arrival to departure, bringing aging port infrastructure into line with modern global standards, and solidifying Antigua’s standing as a premier, go-to cruise stop in the Caribbean.
Global Ports Holding has extended public gratitude to the millions of passengers, regional industry stakeholders, and long-time supporters who have maintained consistent confidence in the company’s Caribbean port network. To turn the nomination into a win, the organization is urging members of the public, travel lovers, and past visitors to cast their votes for their favorite destination. Polls for the Caribbean’s Best Cruise Destination 2026 category are officially open, and interested voters can participate by accessing the official voting portal through the link released by the company.