If we talk about ships, shipping companies, destinations, and ports, it is also logical that they Let's dedicate an article to cruise terminals. The current ones have many shapes and styles, ranging from the most classic to the ultramodern, without forgetting that in themselves they become another attraction of the trip, as is the case with Hong Kong, of which you can see an image above.
Furthermore, it increasingly happens that the cruise terminals themselves are already beginning to have restaurants, shops, and free trade zones, which means that people who decide to stay on board can also spend their leisure time on them.
Generally the new monumental terminals are in the Pacific area, while the large North American and European cruise ports have opted for more functional designs.
Another aspect to keep in mind is that ports that receive visitors in short periods of time rely on multifunctional terminals, such as Vancouver, which can also serve the locals and be an attraction in themselves. Canada Place, opened in 2001, was the first multi-functional terminal, housing hotels, shops, public event facilities and parking for the people of Vancouver. Another port that follows this model is Tampa, with a public park, an IMAX theater, an aquarium, and a shopping center. The ports that have cruises throughout the year seek in their design to maximize efficiency in passenger and baggage management.
Hong Kong's new cruise terminal named Kai Tak Cruise Terminal opened in June 2013, and it is built on a runway of the old airport of the city. The city of Shanghai has two monumental cruise terminals, which are among the most modern in the world. The Wusongkou Terminal, located about 24 miles from the city center, is where most ships dock.