We have a cruise ship in Salem! This is very exciting for the dock on Blaney Street. And for Salem as a destination.The American Canadian Caribbean Line, Inc. (ACCL), has brought her vessel The Grande Caribe into Salem for a 24-hour port of call visit. The passengers - about 70 of them - are spending the day shopping, dining, and visiting Salem's museums and attractions.
I got to go aboard this morning to talk with the passengers a bit about Salem, and they are very excited to be here. Almost as excited, I think, as we are to be hosting them! About 20% of the passengers had purchased the Discover Salem Passport, and the rest were going to explore our bewitching seaport on their own.
ACCL will return in August with a vessel that is a private charter. If you want to see the Grande Caribe, she is berthed on the dock at Blaney Street, adjacent to The Salem Ferry landing.
The City of Salem is in the process of expanding the Blaney Street dock and port area. You can see the new CruisePort Salem details online at Salem.org. We hope to welcome many more vessels like the Grande Caribe in the future!
Welcome, ACCL - enjoy your visit!
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