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A cruise visitor's view of Dunfermline
A local journalist met cruise guests from the Viking Saturn on 21st August 2025, and took them on a tour of his home town. This is his experience.
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Scotland’s Cruise Conference 2025 - What Works For Tourism 2nd December 2025
Cruise call numbers remain at a high level across Scottish ports, with new cruise lines coming to the market, and existing operators continually seeking new opportunities to explore and experience all that we have to offer. The consultation on the potential of a cruise levy has closed, and all stakeholders remain alert to how this may progress.
Scotland’s Cruise Conference 2025 - What Works for Tourism - will take place in Dundee on 2nd December 2025, bringing together insights from all sectors of the industry and tourism partners. It is the opportunity for you to participate in the discussion, learn of the trends, hear from those who make the connections happen, and learn about what can be expected in the coming years.
Our programme will include input from cruise lines, international cruise networks, and international industry experts. It is also hoped to find space for some ‘speed dating’. As always, the sessions will be interactive. At these events delegates are always participants.
. The attendance fee is £80 and will be invoiced prior to the event. Early bird bookings at a discounted price of £70 for those registered by 1st October. No cancellation refund within 14 days of the event.
The event is targeted at Cruise Industry Stakeholders, Tourism Networks and National Tourism Organisations, not individual businesses. To reserve your place, please contact Peter Wilson at info@cruiseforth.com
Cruise Passenger Management Plan Report Published
The research report commissioned by the local authorities in east central Scotland has now been published.
The full report is here Cruise Passenger Management Plan The appendices can be viewed individually evidence base , Volunteer Impact, ship survey business survey
Promoting Dunfermline Video as a Cruise Shore Excursion for groups or independents
Cruiseforth has been working to promote Dunfermline as an ideal addition to the shore excursion options for guests on cruise lines on the Forth, who may already be seeking a quieter alternative to Edinburgh. With themes of Royalty, Andrew Carnegie, Pittencrieff Park as well as learning about the true impact of philanthropy, a visit to Dunfermline is a must. Only 30 minutes from Edinburgh and accessible by train and coach service
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