‍Some destinations are visited. Others leave a lasting impression.

Cruise Atlantic Islands is far more than a collection of ports. It is a maritime corridor linking Madeira, the Azores, Cape Verde and the Canary Islands under a shared Atlantic identity. A region where the ocean does not divide, but instead connects cultures, landscapes and experiences that inspire travellers at every port of call.

As President of Cruise Atlantic Islands, I have the privilege of representing an alliance that demonstrates how cooperation between destinations is the most effective way to shape the future of cruise tourism.

Our strategic geographical location, combined with year-round favourable weather, the close proximity between destinations, world-class port infrastructure and the highest standards of safety, positions Cruise Atlantic Islands as one of the world's most promising cruise itineraries.

Within just a few days, passengers can experience some of the Atlantic's most spectacular volcanic landscapes, explore UNESCO-listed laurel forests found nowhere else on Earth, sail through Biosphere Reserves, discover vineyards cultivated on volcanic rock, and enjoy vibrant coastal cities whose unique identities have been shaped by centuries of Atlantic history. This remarkable diversity ensures that every port of call offers an authentic and memorable experience.

Yet the true strength of Cruise Atlantic Islands extends beyond its destinations. It lies in the close collaboration between our port authorities, united by a shared vision: to promote an innovative, sustainable and opportunity-driven cruise industry that benefits both our communities and the cruise lines that place their trust in us.

Our ports continue to invest in modern infrastructure, enhanced passenger services and the transition towards increasingly efficient and sustainable operations. Working together, we provide cruise operators with safe, reliable and high-quality facilities, ensuring seamless operations throughout their itineraries.

The results speak for themselves. In 2025, the ports that make up Cruise Atlantic Islands welcomed 4,708,190 cruise passengers and recorded 2,287 cruise calls, figures that underline the strength of our destinations and the confidence that the world's leading cruise lines continue to place in this Atlantic route.

Today's travellers seek authenticity, sustainability and meaningful experiences. That is precisely what Cruise Atlantic Islands delivers: a journey across four Atlantic archipelagos that share an ocean and a rich maritime heritage, while each preserving its own distinctive identity.

Because at Cruise Atlantic Islands, we do more than connect ports. We connect opportunities. And the ocean that gave birth to these islands continues to unite us, offering the world one of the most distinctive, competitive and attractive cruise routes in the Atlantic.