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	In 1864, it took the Canadian Delegates 3 days and a bit to sail from Quebec to Charlottetown.

Year Ships Passengers 1997 10 6366 1998 8 2115 1999 16 7030 2000 20 7728 2001 23 8376 2002 22 19,503 2003 19 14,803 2004 28 23,118 2005 23 23,894 2006 25 29,170 2007 22 33,024

• Cruise Ship Welcome program sponsored by The Marketplace
  
  Upon arriving at the Historic Charlottetown Seaport, your passengers arrivalwill be greeted by the sounds of fiddles and the warm hospitality of CharlottetownsCruise ship Ambassadors, a volunteer group of residents who enthusiasticallywelcome passengers as they disembark. Being an Island, we are known for our Islandhospitality and the friendliness of our people. The Charlottetown Cruise ShipAmbassadors are noticeable by their brightly colored vests and are able to assistpassengers with special needs, provide directions and visitor information. TheAmbassadors are strategically placed at the port to distribute cruise ship maps, which will help passengers, navigate throughoutthe downtown. Prince Edward Islands most popular character, Anne of Green Gables,is also located portside, along with Canada's well known and respected RoyalCanadian Mounted Police, forthatspecialphotoopportunity;alsoalocal fiddler and lively step dancers are always ready to entertain. The CruiseShipWelcomeProgram is proudly sponsored by The Marketplace, so make sure your passengersstop by our cruise ship pavilion for tasty treats and their $25.00 gift certificateto The Marketplace! The Marketplace is best known for the famous Great NorthernKnitters sweaters and wool products; Prince Edward Island Preserve Co.; The IslandCrafts Shop filled with Island Artisans handcrafted products and a wonderfulcaf serving local favorites like potato pie. Stop by The Marketplace Kiosk locatedportside for a sample of Prince Edward Island hospitality.
  
  For more information about the Cruise Ship Ambassador Program, please contact Tracey Singleton, Director of Cruise Ship Development at 902-566-2549.
  
  
• Passengers and crew can preview the Charlottetown destination on www.visitcharlottetown.com. This web site allows you to view featured attractions, vacation planning guide, happenings, coupons online, self-guided Charlottetown touring itineraries and Charlottetown visitor information.
  
  
• The Cruise Ship Passenger Map (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader) is especially tailored to the cruise ship passenger and crew and will be distributed by the Ambassadors upon arrival. This user friendly map fits into your pocket and offers city wide information. The map highlights attractions, restaurants, shops, and golf within the Charlottetown area. It also offers suggested itineraries including shopping, historic and waterfront routes. The map doubles as a souvenir of the destination. If you are interested in receiving a copy of the map prior to coming to port, please send an email to info@capitalcommission.pe.ca to request your free Cruise Ship Map.
  
  
• Upon arriving in Charlottetown, look for the Visit Charlottetown Pavilion that will be placed at the port. This pavilion will feature copies of the Cruise Ship Map, Visit Charlottetown Guides, local brochures, and Cruise Ship Ambassadors that will offer visitor information about the Charlottetown area.