The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) reported a 20% increase in passenger volume at Flynn Cruiseport Boston in 2023, reaching approximately 373,000 passengers.
The port welcomed 149 cruise ships, marking an increase of almost 16 percent over the previous year, including 58 homeport vessels and 91 port calls.
Joseph Morris, Port Director of Massport, commented: “We are delighted to see the strong demand for cruises in 2023… and look forward to fostering further growth in passengers, ships and diversified itineraries as we approach the 2024 season.”
Massport has implemented several sustainability initiatives at Flynn Cruiseport as part of the Authority's Net-Zero strategy. These initiatives include conducting an onshore energy feasibility study, implementing single-flow recycling, purchasing hybrid/electric support vehicles, upgrading the HVAC system, and installing LED lighting.
The 2023 cruise season was marked by important milestones, including the introduction of new itineraries and five inaugural voyages.
This year, Flynn Cruiseport expects to welcome 24 cruise lines with more than 170 ships. The 2024 season will feature 12 inaugural calls and 16 days with three ships.
Flynn Cruiseport Boston will host a record eight ships in one season: Norwegian Gem and Norwegian Jade from Norwegian Cruise Lines, Volendam and Zuiderdam from Holland America Line, Emerald Princess from Princess Cruises, Celebrity Eclipse from Celebrity Cruises, Grandeur of the Seas from Royal Caribbean and Nautica from Oceania Cruises.
The itineraries for 2024 include:
- Holland America's 21-day round-trip cruise from Boston to the Caribbean/Panama Canal – Zuiderdam (October 2024).
- 10-day round trip from Boston to the Caribbean – Celebrity Eclipse by Celebrity Cruises (October 2024).
- Boston – St. Maarten 9 days – Star Pride by Windstar Cruises (October 2024).
- Boston-Panama on a 7-day one-way trip – Hanseatic Inspiration by Hapag Lloyd Cruises (October 2024).
- Holland America Line's 14-day one-way trip from Boston to the Caribbean – Zuiderdam (November 2024).
Juan Kuryla, Senior Vice President of Port Development and Construction at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, stated: “We are incredibly pleased with our long-standing relationship with Flynn Cruiseport Boston. Our partnership not only benefits our business but also helps stimulate Boston’s local economy and support infrastructure investments. Looking ahead to the new year, we look forward to continuing to support the Boston community.”
Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line, stated, “Flynn Cruiseport Boston is an important homeport for Holland America Line cruises, and we look forward to another successful season in 2024.”
Terry Thornton, Chief Commercial Officer of Princess Cruises, added: “We are thrilled to have the Emerald Princess in Boston next summer, offering unforgettable seven-, 10-, and 17-day adventures. Boston’s unparalleled convenience as a homeport makes it the perfect gateway for travelers embarking on these extraordinary voyages.”
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