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JAXPORT passenger cruise terminal is conveniently located close to Interstates 95 and 10 in northeast Jacksonville, beside the Dames Point Bridge less than 15 minutes from JAX international airport and about 20 minutes from downtown.

Book now the best pre and post cruise hotels, motels near JAXPORT Dames Point Cruise Passenger Terminal, disembarkation or embarkation point for Carnival Cruises. Stay nearby, in downtown, at the airport or beach.

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Book the best Jacksonville hotels near the cruise port terminal, at 9810 August Drive fl 32226 , include several great value hotels and affordable motels. Many hotels are located close to Jacksonville JAX airport. Several of them offer free shuttles. Stay close to the port, near the airport, in downtown or at the beachfront.

A good number of reasonably priced 3 star hotels and cheaper motels can be found near  Jacksonville JAX airport . Some offer special rates which includes free shuttle service to the airport and cruise port. Popular are Jacksonville Plaza Hotel, Best Western Airport and Springhill Suites. JAXPORT is 15 minutes away by car or cab.

The airport is located 20 minutes drive from the city centre and many popular attractions.  Another option is to stay in downtown on the riverfront, or at the beach . There are many properties to choose from in the downtown area. Some are located adjacent to the St. Johns River. Plenty of shops and dining options can be found within walking distance. The Museum of Science and History is nearby.

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Port of Jacksonville – JAXPORT in Florida

Located in northeastern Florida the area was ruled by the Spanish, French and British during the 16th century. Since the 1880’s it’s a popular tourist destination and became an important trade port in the late 1890’s.

Today the Port of Jacksonville is one of the largest seaports in Florida. It’s the northernmost cruise port Florida, a busy container ship port and a primary vehicle import/export center in the United States, operated by the Jacksonville Port Authority (JPA).

Carnival Cruises sails from the port to Key West, the Bahama’s (Nassau, Freeport) and the Eastern Caribbean.

Dames Point Cruise Passenger Terminal — embark your ship at the JAXPORT cruise facility, situated near the northwest corner of Dames Point, bordered by Heckscher Drive and I-295 in Northeast Jacksonville. Not many hotels are located within really close proximity of the cruise terminal, departure point for many Carnival Cruises. Plenty of hotels and motels can be found a short distance away near the airport or downtown area.

Another option is to stay in Jacksonville Beach at a seafront property, on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. Many properties feature a spacious swimming pool. Downtown is 20 miles away, JAX airport 30 miles, and Adventure landing is a couple minutes drive away.

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Address & Contact Address : 9810 August Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226

email: [email protected]

phone: (904) 357-3006

web: www.jaxport.com

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Nearest airport – JAX International

Airport — Port of Jacksonville is well served by Jacksonville International Airport, located about 12 miles or 15 minutes from the pier.

Taxi and shuttle service is available from JAX to the JAXPORT Cruise Terminal.

Parking — safe and secure car parking for cruise passengers is located right next to JAXPORT cruise pier. The terminal building at Dames Point is located at 9810 August Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226.

Parking is $15 per day per passenger vehicle ($60 for a 4-day cruise and $75 for a 5-day cruise), and $25 per day for oversized recreational vehicles ($100 for a 4-day cruise and $125 for a 5-day cruise).

JAXPORT provides also designated handicapped parking spaces.

Jacksonville is located at the mouth of the St Johns River, along the Atlantic Ocean in northeast Florida, 160 miles north of Cape Canaveral (Disney’s main cruise port) . “The River City by the Sea” offers vast stretches of uncrowded beaches, boatloads of water activities, a fishing pier, great shopping, good food, first class museums, fine hotels and lots of entertainment.

Spend a couple nights in a pre cruise hotel or motel in downtown, Jacksonville Beach or near the airport and discover all major sights and attractions.

In downtown Jacksonville fl., stroll along the riverfront in Jacksonville Landing, a great spot for shopping and to hangout.

Worth a visit for those who like modern art is The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, also known as MOCA .

Oriented towards children is the Museum of Science and History ( MOSH ), located on the Southbank Riverwalk. It’s the city’s most visited museum with lots of interesting exhibits and hands on learning experiences.

At Mayport hop on a St Johns River ferry and head to Fort George Island for a visit to Kingsley Plantation , built in 1798 and Florida’s only existing cotton plantation. The plantation shows the original house as well as the adjacent slave cabins.

The city is home to the largest urban park system in the United States, with 10 state and national parks.

At the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve you can visit the natural coastal wetlands.

Families with kids will love the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens , known for its collection of rare waterfowl. Not to be missed is the “Range of the Jaguar” exhibit.

A very exciting place to take children is North Florida’s longest operating wildlife sanctuary: The Catty Shack Ranch. Get up close to the cages and see the big cats climb the cage during feeding time.

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Some hotels provide free or discounted parking for the length of your cruise and shuttle services to the cruise port terminal. Most hotels will be next to JAX international airport.

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Admire thousands of animals and plants across entertaining exhibits in this family-friendly zoo that also has a children’s play area and a 4-D experience.

Anheuser-Busch Brewery

Learn about the making of your favorite beers as you take a tour of this famous home of Budweiser and other beverages.

Fort Caroline National Memorial

Find out about the history of Jacksonville with a stop at Fort Caroline National Memorial. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Jacksonville Cruise Terminal is located in a welcoming area of Jacksonville known for its beautiful river views and sporting events. You'll find 92 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville - Blount Island, an IHG Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Jacksonville Cruise Terminal. Other good choices within a few miles include WoodSpring Suites Jacksonville East 295 Cruise Port and Candlewood Suites Jacksonville East Merril Road, an IHG Hotel .

Expedia has 92 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Jacksonville Cruise Terminal.

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Get outside and spend some time strolling around Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, Oceanway Community Center, and Parkwood Heights Park. You can enjoy nature at Yellow Bluff Fort Historic State Park, Yellow Bluff Fort, or Kurzius Beach. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Jacksonville University and Anheuser-Busch Brewery.

To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Jacksonville Station. There might not be many public transportation choices close to Jacksonville Cruise Terminal so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jacksonville - Blount Island

10148 New Berlin Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32226 United States

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Stay at the Best Hotel in Northeast Jacksonville Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel & Suites Jacksonville Blount Island, where you will find the absolute finest in Southern hospitality. We are ideally situated just off Interstate 295 near the picturesque St. Johns River, Jaxport Cruise Ship Terminal and the Jacksonville Airport. As the closest hotel to the Jaxport Carnival Cruise Ship Terminal, our accommodations are the perfect choice for cruise ship travelers. Our hotel is located on Blount Island/Jaxport and area attractions like Anheuser Busch Brewery, Jacksonville Zoo, Kinsley Plantation and River City Marketplace. We are just 16 miles from the beautiful Huegenot Park and Beach. Corporate travelers also find our hotel's location in Jacksonville to be ideal; Trapac, Jacksonville Electric Authority, Bae Systems and Ship building, and APR Energy are just a few of the nearby businesses. Staying productive has never been easier with the Business Center and free Wi-Fi access. And, we have a 644 sq ft meeting room that can seat up to 30 people. When staying at this Jacksonville, Florida hotel, you can expect a comfortable stay and great amenities, such as the free, hot breakfast bar, a fitness center and outdoor pool.

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The standard rooms at our Jacksonville, FL hotel feature modern amenities, such as free high-speed Internet access and a 32-inch flat screen TV. A microwave and refrigerator offer all the comforts of home. After completing your work at a spacious desk, you can curl up in the cozy triple-sheeted bed.

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Located just 5 miles from the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. We are a great option for lodging when traveling to Jacksonville.

Located just 5 miles from the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. We are a great option for lodging when traveling to Jacksonville.

Whether you are traveling for business, leisure or government, you will find our location convenient to the Jaxport Authority.

Whether you are traveling for business, leisure or government, you will find our location convenient to the Jaxport Authority.

We are the closest hotel to the port for the Carnival Cruise line which makes us the ideal option for lodging.  Ask about our Park & Cruise package

We are the closest hotel to the port for the Carnival Cruise line which makes us the ideal option for lodging. Ask about our Park & Cruise package

Why take your meetings offsite when you can enjoy the convenience of hosting your meeting in our conference space that can accommodate up to 30 people with various setups to accommodate your needs?

Why take your meetings offsite when you can enjoy the convenience of hosting your meeting in our conference space that can accommodate up to 30 people with various setups to accommodate your needs?

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2. Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

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5. Hampton Inn & Suites Jacksonville-Airport

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Hotels Near the Jacksonville Cruise Terminal

Jacksonville is a big sprawling city with a variety of hotel options. Some of the best are listed below; the one you choose depends on what's most important to you. If those aren't enough, here are many more hotels near the Jacksonville cruise terminal .

The Holiday Inn Express Suites Blount Island is the closest hotel to the cruise terminal, only nine miles from the airport and 11 miles from Jacksonville Beaches.

The Omni Jacksonville Hotel is in the heart of downtown and steps from Jacksonville Landing. Great view of the St. Johns River. 20 minutes from the airport and cruises.

The Comfort Suites Airport Hotel is less than 2 miles from the airport, and close to the cruise port. Free airport transportation, high-speed internet and continental breakfast.

The Embassy Suites Hotel Baymeadows is the only full service all-suite hotel in Jacksonville. Located just off of Interstate 95, south of downtown.

The Hampton Inn and Suites Jacksonville-Airport is a quarter-mile from the airport, and a half-mile from Market City's shopping and dining. Complimentary airport shuttle and breakfast.

The Microtel Inn and Suites Jacksonville (Airport) is a half-mile from the airport. Airport shuttle, swimming pool, wireless internet, LCD HD TV in every room.

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Jacksonville Hotels near the Cruise Port

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Opt for a hotel near the Jacksonville cruise port to minimize travel time and maximize convenience. These nearby accommodations offer easy access to the port, allowing you to embark on your cruise adventure without worrying about long commutes.

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Days Inn Jacksonville Airport

1170 Airport Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218-2402 | 904-741-4980

The Days Inn Jacksonville Airport offers a convenient stay with parking for guests. Located near Jacksonville International Airport, it's perfect for travelers flying in or out. The hotel features comfortable accommodations and offers a complimentary shuttle service to the airport. While not directly cruise-related, it provides a practical option for...

Miles to Port : 6.6

Airport Transfer : Yes - Complimentary

Port Transfer : Yes with Cruise Package

Long-Term Parking : Yes with Cruise Package

Breakfast : Complimentary

Swimming Pool : Outdoor

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Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville - Blount Island

10148 New Berlin Rd Jacksonville, FL, 32226 | 904-696-3333

The Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville - Blount Island offers a convenient stay with ample parking for guests. Located near Blount Island and the Jacksonville Port Authority, it's a great choice for cruise passengers. The hotel features comfortable accommodations, a complimentary breakfast, and fitness center. While not directly cruise-related, its proximity...

Miles to Port : 1

Airport Transfer : No

Long-Term Parking : Yes (offiste) with Cruise Package

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Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Airport

14670 Duval Road Jacksonville, FL, 32218-9429 | 904-741-4404

The Crowne Plaza Jacksonville Airport offers a comfortable stay with ample parking for guests. Located near Jacksonville International Airport, it's ideal for travelers flying in or out. The hotel features modern amenities, a fitness center, and an on-site restaurant. While not directly cruise-related, it's a practical option for cruise passengers...

Miles to Port : 9.4

Port Transfer : No

Long-Term Parking : Yes with Park Stay and Go Package

Breakfast : $

Swimming Pool : Indoor/Outdoor

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Comfort Suites Airport Hotel

1180 Airport Road , Jacksonville, FL, 32218 | 904-741-0505

The Comfort Suites Airport Hotel is a comfortable choice with ample parking facilities. Conveniently located near Jacksonville International Airport, it's a great option for travelers. While not directly cruise-related, the hotel boasts spacious suites, complimentary breakfast, and a fitness center. Its proximity to popular attractions like River City Marketplace and...

Miles to Port : 9.5

Long-Term Parking : No

Breakfast : Hot

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Homes and Villas by Marriott International - Jacksonville

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Homes and Villas by Marriott International in Jacksonville offer guests a range of accommodation options, including homes and villas. While not directly cruise-related, these accommodations often come with convenient parking facilities, making them suitable for travelers embarking on cruises. Guests can enjoy various amenities and proximity to Jacksonville's attractions like...

Miles to Port : Various, based on home

Breakfast : No

Swimming Pool : No

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We are setting sail on Fascination 10/19 & driving down from central GA to stay the day before. I need some help from those of you that have sailed recently from Jaxport & stayed the day before. I am looking for a hotel that will let us park at the hotel & take a shuttle to the port.

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mld1950

We stayed at the Comfort Inn's at the airport, nice people. nice room and they have park & stay & shuttle. When we were on the Fascination in May.

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Georgiagolfer

DW and I have stayed at BW Airport 4 times when sailing Fascination. Good rate for park, cruise, shuttle.

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onegroundcafe

I have not stayed there but from looking at the Florida departures board some mention Jacksonville Plaza Hotel has park and stay and shuttle for a cheap price....we may try that.

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We have stayed there the last two times we have cruised from Jacksonville, and that is where we would check first the next time we cruise from there. There really are quite a few park and cruise options in Jacksonville, especially considering there is only ship sailing from there. Most are near the airport but not all. Here is a list I compiled almost a year ago:

Holiday Inn Express Blount Island - hotel closest to the cruise port

http://www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/jacksonville/jaxsn/hoteldetail

Airport area:

Jacksonville Plaza Inn and Suites JAX

http://www.jacksonvilleplazahotel.com/parkflysailsave.php

Hilton Garden Inn JAX

http://hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/florida/hilton-garden-inn-jacksonville-airport-JAXAHGI/index.html

Hampton Inn JAX

http://hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/florida/hampton-inn-and-suites-jacksonville-airport-JAXHSHX/index.html

Fairfield Inn JAX

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/jaxap-fairfield-inn-and-suites-jacksonville-airport/

SpringHill Suites JAX

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/jaxjk-springhill-suites-jacksonville-airport/

Courtyard by Marriott JAX

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/jaxca-courtyard-jacksonville-airport-northeast/

Residence Inn JAX (through parksleepfly)

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/jaxra-residence-inn-jacksonville-airport/

Hyatt Place JAX

http://jacksonvilleairport.place.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels-jacksonvilleairport-place/place/index.jsp

Best Western JAX

http://www.bwjax.net/special-pkg/jacksonville-port-hotel-pkg.aspx

Travelodge JAX (also available through stay123)

http://www.travelodgejax.com/html/jacksonville-cruises-pkg.asp

Crowne Plaza JAX

http://www.crowneplaza.com/hotels/us/en/jacksonville/jaxap/hoteldetail/hotel-packages

Quality Inn JAX

http://www.qualityinn.com/hotel-jacksonville-florida-FL766

Comfort Suites JAX

http://www.comfortsuites.com/hotel-jacksonville-florida-FL793

not in airport area:

Candlewood Suites East

http://candlewoodjax.com/

Days Inn Neptune Beach

http://www.dineptunebeach.com/html/neptune-beach-cruise-pkg.asp

Other helpful sites:

http://www.visitjacksonville.com/deals/category/cruise

http://hotelguides.com/florida/jacksonville-fl-cruise-port-hotels.html

http://hotelguides.com/attraction-maps/florida/map-hotels-near-jacksonville-cruise-port-fl.html

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I have and they do. Just one caveat.....this is a converted microtel so the rooms are (ironically) about the same size as a ship stateroom.

w&k

I can vouch for the Candlewood Suites - hubby and I stayed there overnight recently when he had a class in the area.

Very nice folks, no frills, and clean clean clean!!!!

There is a Publix grocery next door, and a couple restaurants in the shopping centers that face and next to the hotel. Driving by, I remember seeing a Dick's wings, a Chinese take-out, and a nice-looking Chinese restaurant, but there are probably more.

Have a great time!

That is quite an impressive list Krooz Foolz...thank you so much!

GAMOM4

We are from central Georgia also ... we will cruise out of Jacksonville for the 7th time in November - last year we stayed at the Jacksonville Plaza. The room were tiny but they were very clean - the people working were very nice - they had a breakfast that was included...free shuttle to and from ship and our car stayed their the entire time. We ended up going to Waffle House to eat breakfast because we had time to kill before the shuttle left.

I forgot to add that we booked on sleepstay websites and it was only $69.00 for hotel, and parking :)

dancindukes

Travelodge near the airport. We've used them 2x. No problems and a great bargain. Great restaurant next door with $2 martinis to get the party started (if you're into that!)

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Jacksonville will get a second cruise ship when Norwegian Cruise Line joins Carnival

N orwegian Cruise Line is on its way to Jacksonville in 2025, giving cruise travelers boarding here a second option for their tropical voyages.

The JaxPort board unanimously approved an agreement Tuesday for a 2,394-passenger Norwegian Cruise Line ship that will offer seasonal sailings starting in November 2025 from Jacksonville to the Bahamas and the Eastern Caribbean. Some of the trips will be 11-day and 12-day voyages, adding a longer cruise option than exists today from Jacksonville.

"There's been a lot of buzz around town about this move, so let's get right to it," JaxPort CEO Eric Green said as he brought the agreement before the board at a special meeting.

The ship called the "Norwegian Gem" will depart from Jacksonville between November and April every year through 2028. It will use the same JaxPort cruise terminal as Carnival Cruise Line.

More on the Norwegian Gem: The Norwegian Gem is coming to Jacksonville in 2025. What you should know about the ship.

Talleyrand shift: Enstructure will become one of JaxPort's biggest tenants. Here's the cargo it will move.

More: JaxPort gets $13.7 million in relief money to offset pandemic-cost cruise business loses

Carnival Cruise Line has had a ship sailing out of Jacksonville since 2004, currently with the Elation ship to the Bahamas. Carnival will keep doing its year-round trips out of Jacksonville.

Green said Carnival is the cruise line "that got us to the dance" and will continue to be a mainstay of the city's cruise business.

"It was always a question of whether or not we could host two cruise lines at the same time, but we're able to do it," he said.

What does Norwegian bring to Jacksonville?

Norwegian , known for its colorful hull art , is one of the biggest cruise operators in the world with trips spanning the globe. Headquartered in Miami, Norwegian has used Port Canaveral, Miami and Tampa as its departure ports from Florida. Norwegian cruises also go to Key West. Jacksonville will become its latest homeport.

"Today marks a new milestone in the relationship between Norwegian Cruise Line and JaxPort," company president David J. Herrara said.

Norwegian is no stranger to Jacksonville. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Norwegian moved three of its ships — the "Norwegian Sky," “Norwegian Gem“ and "Norwegian Pearl" — to JaxPort docks in 2020 because of the industry's  voluntary suspension of cruises . That shutdown forced cruise lines to bring their ships back to ports and PortMiami didn't have enough room for all the ships, so Jacksonville stepped in to offer dock space.

The cruise ships didn't let any passengers on board during their time in Jacksonville. Now Norwegian is set to put the "Norwegian Gem" on the itinerary for cruise passengers out of Jacksonville.

Norwegian will start taking reservations on Feb. 15 at its web site ncl.com for a mix of travel itineraries.

The three 12-day and two 11-day round-trip journeys each year will depart Jacksonville and make calls on Great Stirrup Cay, the cruise line's private island in the Bahamas, with other stops at Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, St. Thomas and St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Antigua, Basseterre in St. Kitts, San Juan in Puerto Rico, and other destinations.

Norwegian also will have four-day and five-day cruises to the Bahamas with stops at Great Stirrup Cay, Freeport, and Nassau.

The "Norwegian Gem's" capacity of 2,394-passengers would be a bump up in size from the Carnival Elation whose normal guest capacity is 2,052 when estimating two guests per stateroom, according to JaxPort.

The "Norwegian Gem" was built in 2007 and refurbished in 2015. It sails now from Boston.

The JaxPort cruise terminal is off Heckscher Drive west of Interstate 295 and the Dames Point bridge. The height of the bridge limits the size of cruise ships that can pass under its so the jumbo-sized ships that use Port Canaveral and Miami are too large to call on Jacksonville.

Jacksonville has built its cruise business by catering to travelers who like the convenience of boarding here rather than driving farther south. In November, Jacksonville surpassed the 3 million mark for cruise passengers . JaxPort says the city is a growing drive-to cruise market with 98 million consumers living in driving distance of the cruise terminal.

How did JaxPort strike the deal with Norwegian?

The four-year agreement will have three two-year renewal options. JaxPort will pay Norwegian a $2.7 million trademark licensing fee. Norwegian will pay $1.6 million per year to JaxPort to use the cruise terminal.

The contract talks began late last year and moved quickly to reach a deal for Norwegian to use the JaxPort cruise terminal.

In addition to Norwegian's experience of JaxPort from when its ships docked here during the pandemic, the company's Seven Seas Navigator boat has come to Jacksonville for port-of-call visits. A division of Norwegian operates the 496-passenger Seven Seas.

"Today's agreement is a natural evolution of that partnership," Green told the board.

The deal also had a personal connection between Green and Juan Kuryla, the senior vice president of port development and construction for Norwegian. Kuryla previously was port director and CEO of PortMiami so he knew Green from their work in the port industry. In the "it's a small world" nature of that industry, JaxPort almost hired Kuryla to be its CEO in 2013 but Kuryla decided to stay at PortMiami.

When he interviewed for the JaxPort CEO job back then, Kuryla said he would want to bring more cargo and cruise ships to Jacksonville.

He represented the company Tuesday afternoon and told the board Norwegian was pleased at the relationship it has with JaxPort.

"Something we like to say is we go where we are wanted," he said. "We go where we are felt as a partner and as a stakeholder."

City Council President Ron Salem and Mayor Donna Deegan's chief of staff Darnell Smith joined JaxPort leaders for the ceremonial signing of the agreement.

"We all know our city is a gem, and soon it will be fitting to have this ship at our port," Salem said in remarks to the board.

Smith noted a study found the cruise industry in Jacksonville generates about 800 jobs, thousands of hotel room nights, and $187 million of economic impact.

He said when people come to Jacksonville for their cruises, he hopes they will spend time and money in the city's various neighborhoods as part of their vacations.

"We want them to enjoy Jacksonville," he said. "We want them to see all the great things we have to offer."

This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Jacksonville will get a second cruise ship when Norwegian Cruise Line joins Carnival

The Norwegian Cruise Line ship "Norwegian Gem" heads west down the Saint Johns River as it passes under the Dames Point bridge on May 27, 2020. Norwegian temporarily docked the Norwegian Gem and the Norwegian Sky in Jacksonville during the cruise shutdown that occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic. [Bob Self/Times-Union]

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    We are setting sail on Fascination 10/19 & driving down from central GA to stay the day before. I need some help from those of you that have sailed recently from Jaxport & stayed the day before. I am looking for a hotel that will let us park at the hotel & take a shuttle to the port.

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