The Port of San Diego will be celebrating the grand opening of its new cruise ship terminal by hosting an open house at its new pavilion and pier.
According to the port, the celebration will include a blessing ceremony, maritime exhibits, and music performances.
"We have been waiting a long time for this moment," said Robert Valderrama, chairman of the Board of Port Commissioners. "The new pavilion will serve as a welcome center for the many cruise passengers sailing into or leaving this beautiful city, and locals and visitors alike who may be attending one of the special events or festivals that we envision for the pier and event center."
The $28 million port pavilion is designed and built to reduce water and energy usage.
Cruise ships berthing at the pavilion will use shore-side electrical power which will result in less pollution from a ship's diesel-burning engines while at berth, according to the port.
Celebrations for the new pavilion will commence on December 18, 2010.
According to the port, the celebration will include a blessing ceremony, maritime exhibits, and music performances.
"We have been waiting a long time for this moment," said Robert Valderrama, chairman of the Board of Port Commissioners. "The new pavilion will serve as a welcome center for the many cruise passengers sailing into or leaving this beautiful city, and locals and visitors alike who may be attending one of the special events or festivals that we envision for the pier and event center."
The $28 million port pavilion is designed and built to reduce water and energy usage.
Cruise ships berthing at the pavilion will use shore-side electrical power which will result in less pollution from a ship's diesel-burning engines while at berth, according to the port.
Celebrations for the new pavilion will commence on December 18, 2010.