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Montevideo, May 18th 2024 - 04:56 UTC

Tag: Kirkwall Bay

  • Tuesday, August 22nd 2023 - 10:18 UTC

    Orkney Islands votes to categorize visiting cruise vessels and passenger numbers

    The report to be considered by the Orkneys Council refers the cumulative magnitude of ships docking at Stromness harbour

    The Orkney Islands Council (OIC) unveiled a strategic blueprint to navigate the bustling waters of cruise ship tourism. Foremost among its provisions is the imposition of constraints on the size of vessels permitted to grace the island's shores on any given day. The proposal (Cruise Booking and Confirmation Policy) stands at the threshold of approval by Councilors.