What’s special about this visit

We’re thrilled to announce that the luxury cruise ship Crystal Serenity will arrive in Saint John, New Brunswick on Thursday, November 6, 2025—marking not only a spectacular visit, but also the official close of the 2025 cruise season for the port. Cruise

🎉 What’s special about this visit

  • The ship is scheduled to arrive at 09:00 AM and depart at 19:00 (7:00 PM).

  • With approximately 740 passengers on board for this call, it’s a graceful finish to a busy season.

  • This port call is officially listed in the daily vessel report for the Port of Saint John as “Visiting Cruise Ship” on November 6.

✅ Why it matters

For Saint John:

  • This visit wraps up the 2025 cruise-ship schedule, signalling the end of waterfront activity until next spring. According to port data, the 2025 season runs through to this date.

  • Each cruise call injects economic activity into the region—local shops, tours, restaurants and port services all benefit from the influx of visitors.

  • It’s a chance for the port and the city to celebrate a strong season: reflect on the visitor numbers, the local business engagement, and look ahead to 2026.

🛳 For visitors & ship-spotters

  • If you’re in Saint John that day, arriving around the harbour in the morning will give you a front-row seat to this luxury vessel docking.

  • Dress warmly and bring a camera—the November harbour light can be stunning, and the “end of season” energy gives it extra atmosphere.

  • For the cruise passengers aboard the Crystal Serenity, they’ll enjoy what the city has to offer: waterfront views, local history, the vibe of the Fundy City setting.

🗓 Quick snapshot

  • Ship: Crystal Serenity

  • Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025

  • Arrival: 09:00 AM at Port of Saint John

  • Departure: 7:00 PM

  • Passengers onboard: ~740

  • Significance: Marks the official end of the 2025 cruise ship season for the port


Here’s to a memorable send-off for the 2025 season in Saint John—and to the promise of welcoming many more ships in the years ahead!