Istanbul is gaining ground as a Mediterranean cruise homeport as Türkiye’s cruise tourism numbers rise sharply in 2026.

It’s an understatement to say that cities have complicated relationships with cruise ports. Dubrovnik was often singled out for criticism of its overtourism, and Venice actually pushed out the ships.

Türkiye is gaining an increasingly strong position within the global cruise network with both its passenger potential and ...

Turkish billionaire Ferit Sahenk has approached the Qatar Investment Authority to gauge the wealth fund’s interest in potentially buying a cruise port and shopping mall project in the heart of ...

Galata Port in Istanbul, Turkey, is a modern waterfront district that blends luxury cruise tourism with the historic charm of the city. Located along the Bosphorus, the port offers spectacular views ...