cruise

A look at the economic impact of the cruise industry in Catalonia, as well as concerns around tourism levels and the environment

Sector worth over €1bn and provides 9,000 jobs, but locals and activists raise environmental and social concerns

'Stop Creuers' environmental organization accuse companies' of "greenwashing" over LNG fuel use

Stop Creuers claim liquefied natural gas is "fake solution" to pollution

Over 30,000 expected at event that will offer discounts, food, and music for those planning their next trip

Government will charge most polluting ships but rules out limiting arrivals

Mayor Ada Colau proposes setting limit of three vessels per day, as Catalan cabinet considering options

Social and environmental groups assert necessity to reduce number of flights and cruises

MSC Magnifica brings over 2,000 passengers on a trip around the globe beginning and ending in the Catalan capital

The bus is silent and can travel 170km after being fully charged

Visitors could be charged more to spend the night in the city if parliament makes the necessary changes to legislation

With 1.63 million passengers, the amount of passengers grows 1.93% but number of vessels falls to 420

Catalan capital is biggest European cruise destination and fourth globally