So, what does the future hold for Amsterdam as a cruise port? It’s clear the current situation cannot continue if the city is to remain an integral part of the northern European cruise landscape. In recent years, Amsterdam has announced major changes to how it manages cruise operations to create, in the words of deputy mayor Hester van Buren, “a liveable, clean and sustainable city”. Starting in 2026, only one ship will be allowed to dock at any time, while from 2027, all cruise vessels visiting the city will have…
