P&O Cruises’ new ship Arvia has arrived in Antigua & Barbuda.
Arvia is the largest cruise ship to ever visit the twin-island destination. The new vessel can accommodate up to 5,200 passengers and 1,800 crew members.
The ship made its inaugural call at the Fifth Berth where it is conducting homeporting operations until March 11.
Arvia’s arrival was commemorated with an official ceremony organised by the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, and Antigua Cruise Port.
In attendance was Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation and Investment, The Honourable Charles Fernandez who remarked that the visit “signifies a major development for its cruise sector.”
Of future homeporting arrangements, the Tourism Minister said: “We look forward to continuing homeporting operations with great anticipation as it forms part of the plan to expand Antigua and Barbuda’s cruise tourism platform.
“We anticipate that this activity will reap significant rewards for several of our stakeholders including our taxi operators.”
Arvia will be homeporting in Antigua and Barbuda every other Saturday until March 11 2023 during this season. Arvia will also return for more homeporting operations in November 2023.
