Portsmouth port reveals its 2025 cruise schedule – here are some of the best sailings to book

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Portsmouth International Port is preparing for a record year, with 94 cruise ships to set sail from the harbour in 2025 – including a debut for Ritz-Carlton’s latest luxury yacht. The port said each cruise call can generate up to £1.5m for the city’s economy through passenger spend and berthing charges – as a local authority owned port, profit goes back into Portsmouth City Council. This was recognised when we were named Best Port at the Wave Awards for the second year in a row.” Portsmouth International Port will also debut the UK’s first shore power system to provide cleaner energy for ships across multiple berths at the same time. Councillor Steve Pitt, leader of Portsmouth City Council, said: “The international port is a vital part of our city’s infrastructure and history, generating £9.2m in profit, which goes directly back into council services.