INAUGURAL VISIT OF VICTORY II CRUISE SHIP
The Cruise Port Thunder Bay partnership welcomed Victory Cruise Lines to Thunder Bay with the inaugural visit of the Victory II.
Victory II and its sister ship, Victory I, represent familiar vessels with new ownership and names serving the Great Lakes beginning in 2025. At 299 feet long, Victory II carries up to 202 passengers and 84 crew. This marks the first of two day stops confirmed with Victory for 2025. An additional two day stops are scheduled for 2026.
“We're proud to welcome Victory II and its guests to Thunder Bay,” said Mayor Ken Boshcoff. “These visits shine a spotlight on our city's unique character, stunning waterfront, and warm northern hospitality. And for those of us who call Thunder Bay home, it's a great reminder of just how special this place truly is.”
Tourism Thunder Bay, as a member of the Great Lakes Cruise Association, has been engaged with Victory since 2024 to support the development of memorable and culturally unique shore excursion programs for Victory's guests.
“The arrival of Victory II in Thunder Bay demonstrates continued strong consumer interest in visiting the Great Lakes by small cruise ship. We're grateful for Victory committing to Thunder Bay in 2025 and 2026 as a stop on their itineraries,” said Paul Pepe, Manager of Tourism Thunder Bay. “Supporting cruising is part of our diversified tourism strategy to attract and welcome new international travel markets with unique local experiences.”
