Antigua Cruise Port Launches “Name the Quay” Competition

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(St. John’s, Antigua & Barbuda, January 28, 2026) – Antigua Cruise Port has officially launched its national “Name the Quay” competition, unveiled during the opening of its new cruise terminal within the Upland Development site, marking a key milestone in The Next Chapter of cruise tourism in Antigua and Barbuda.

The competition invites Antiguans and Barbudans at home and across the diaspora to propose a name for the new Quay, which will join Heritage Quay and Redcliffe Quay in St John’s Harbour, as part of the permanent landscape of Antigua Cruise Port.

This initiative offers a unique opportunity for the people of Antigua and Barbuda to help shape the next chapter of the country’s cruise tourism story by proposing a name that reflects our cultural identity, heritage, creativity, and future vision for cruise tourism.

Competition Guidelines:

– Open to all Antiguans and Barbudans locally and across the diaspora

– Each submission must include a brief explanation (maximum 100 words)

– Proposed names must be original and not currently in oicial use in Antigua and Barbuda

– Names should reflect national culture, heritage, identity, and a future vision for cruise tourism

– Final selection rests with the Antigua Cruise PortJudging Criteria:

Submissions will be assessed based on:

– Reflection of Antiguan and Barbudan culture and identity

– Clear meaning and strong symbolism

– Originality, distinctiveness, and respectfulness

– Ease of pronunciation and timeless appeal

– Suitability for permanent public use

The grand prize winner of the “Name the Quay” competition will receive a cruise trip for two, offering an opportunity to experience the newly opened cruise terminal firsthand as part of an unforgettable homeporting cruise experience from Antigua and Barbuda.

How to Enter:

To request a “Name the Quay” entry form or obtain further details, please contact Antigua Cruise Port:

Email: [email protected]

Submission Deadline: February 28, 2026

Terms and conditions apply.

NOTE: Antigua Cruise Port reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to select, amend, or reject any submission. Submission does not guarantee selection or winning.