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Agios Nikolaos set for cruise boost with Celestyal Cruises partnership

Thursday, 18 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

The port town of Agios Nikolaos, located on the northeastern coast of Crete, is set to see increased cruise activity following a new partnership with Celestyal Cruises. The agreement is expected to bring more cruise ship calls to the area, boosting visitor traffic to one of Crete's most scenic coastal destinations. Agios Nikolaos is known for its picturesque harbor, the lake of Voulismeni, and easy access to nearby attractions including Spinalonga island and the Gulf of Mirabello. Tourists arriving by Celestyal cruises will find the town walkable from the port, with restaurants, boutiques, and boat excursions readily available. The partnership signals growing investment in eastern Crete as a cruise destination, which may translate into expanded shore excursion options and increased ferry and tour connections across the region in the coming seasons.

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