Friday, November 7, 2025 - 11:34 by lisbon
International recognition reinforces the Port of Lisbon's leadership in cruise tourism, hospitality, and sustainability
Lisbon, November 2025 - The Lisbon Cruise Terminal has been named the "Best Cruise Port in Southern Europe" at the fifth edition of the World Luxury Travel Awards 2025, held in Barcelona at the end of October.
This international recognition consolidates Lisbon's position as one of Europe's leading cruise destinations and underscores its reputation as a benchmark for luxury, innovation, and sustainable tourism.
The award results from a combination of public voting and evaluation by an international panel of experts, who assessed key criteria such as service quality, design, operational efficiency, environmental performance, and overall passenger experience.
This marks the first time the Lisbon Cruise Terminal has received an award from the World Luxury Travel Awards, an initiative launched in 2020 to celebrate excellence and innovation across all sectors of global luxury travel.
Statements
According to the Port of Lisbon Authority (APL):
"This award reflects the collective dedication and shared vision of everyone working within Lisbon's cruise ecosystem. It acknowledges the joint effort of the APL, Lisbon Cruise Port, and our partners, who strive daily to provide unique and memorable experiences for all visitors. Lisbon continues to affirm itself as a port of excellence - competitive, innovative, and sustainable."
The Lisbon Cruise Port also emphasized:
"This recognition highlights the excellence of our infrastructure and the high quality of service offered to cruise passengers. The award reinforces Lisbon's strategic role in global cruise tourism, boosting the local economy and promoting Portugal as an international destination of choice."
Commitment to Sustainability and Excellence
The award further strengthens the Port of Lisbon ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and the continuous improvement of port infrastructures and passenger services.
The Port of Lison Authority strategic focus on quality, hospitality, and integration between the port and the city continues to play a key role in driving the region's economic and tourism development.
The World Luxury Travel Awards 2025 distinction thus consolidates the status of the Lisbon Cruise Terminal as a world-class facility, positioning the Portuguese capital as a gateway to luxury tourism in both the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions.