Patras Port welcomed the VidantaWorld’s Elegant cruise ship at the “Panagiotis Kanellopoulos” Passenger Terminal.According to Patras Port Authority S.A., the ship’s arrival marks another significant step in efforts to put Patras on the international cruise map. It also highlights the port’s ability to safely accommodate ships and passengers with particularly high demands while providing a high level of service.“Visitors aboard the VidantaWorld’s Elegant have the opportunity to discover the history, culture, gastronomy and contemporary identity of Patras and the wider region. Every cruise ship call generates activity in the local market, supports restaurants, retail and tourism services and, above all, introduces the city to an international audience,” the port authority said in a statement.“A vote of confidence in our port and city”“Patras has everything it needs to claim the place it deserves in the international cruise industry: modern port infrastructure, security, an excellent geographical location and a destination with a strong historical and cultural identity. The arrival of the VidantaWorld’s Elegant is a tangible vote of confidence in our port and our city,” said Panagiotis G. Anastasopoulos, chairman and CEO of the port authority.“Cruise tourism does not grow through wishful thinking, but through planning, consistency and daily effort. This is exactly what we are doing, so that Patras can gradually move from isolated calls to a stable and strong presence on the Mediterranean cruise map,” he added.The Patras Port Authority is also continuing to upgrade its port infrastructure and services, investing in cooperation with the international cruise industry and in creating a comprehensive experience for every visitor.