You will see at least three more cruise ships dock outside of Algoma’s breakwall this year, but you will experience their impact for years to come. Visitors from around the world have arrived on the shores of Algoma via their cruise ships’ passenger vessels seven times already this summer with six sailing under the Viking Cruise Lines moniker and one other under the HANSEATIC name. Once ashore, visitors are greeted by locals before they hop on buses to visit sights in the region or walk around the city to explore on their own. Algoma Chamber of Commerce Director Rosemary Paladini says the feedback has been great so far from cruise ship operators and local businesses alike. Paladini adds they have even received correspondence from visitors thanking them for the hospitality and asking them about possible return trips. She is happy with the response the City of Algoma has received the whole summer.

Three more ships are expected to dock in Algoma waters this summer, including September 4th. Paladini says a great sign came from the HANSEATIC which added Algoma to their itinerary in October after having a positive experience with the city in June. Ships will be coming back several times in 2024 and the propeller is already in motion for more cruises to Algoma in 2025.