A PROPOSAL from Norwegian Cruise Lines
for the development of a cruise terminal on an
island off the coast of Belize has been turned
down by the country’s Government.
The proposal put forth by NCL was for
a terminal to be built on Crawl Caye near
Placencia peninsula, and was declined by
national authorities, citing “unacceptable
environmental impact,” according to an official
statement released by the Government.
Despite the setback, authorities will continue
to work with Norwegian Cruise Lines vessels
to ascertain a more appropriate site for a new
terminal to be constructed.
Norwegian Cruise Lines said it respected the
decision of the Belize Govt and that it looked
forward to identifying new opportunities.
