Turkey Breaks a Record in Cruise Tourism!

Turkey has reached a historic milestone in cruise tourism. The January-August period of 2025 saw the country record its highest number of passengers ever. According to official data, nearly 1.5 million passengers were welcomed at 18 cruise ports in the first eight months of the year. This represents the highest level since 2013.

Cruise tourism contributes to Turkey's economic growth and enhances the country's tourist appeal. This extraordinary number of passengers in 2025 is considered a major step forward for Turkey to take its rightful place in the world cruise market. The quality of service offered by the ports and the diversity of destinations are among the main factors that increase this interest.

Particularly during the peak summer months, cruise operators prefer Turkey and enrich their travel experience here. Turkey's unique geography, historical richness and natural beauty make it an attractive destination for cruise passengers. This not only brings direct economic benefits, but also positively impacts the local tourism industry.

Many strategies are being developed for the sustainability and growth of the cruise industry by 2025. Structural upgrades of Turkey's cruise ports have gained momentum to meet increasing passenger demands. In this context, various infrastructure projects aim to increase the capacities of ports.

As a result, Turkey is becoming a notable player worldwide with its success in cruise tourism. Surpassing 1.5 million passengers in 2025, it is certain to pursue even greater goals in the future.