The most significant ship that arrived in Galveston in 2024 was the Carnival Jubilee, which was the first brand-new ship from a major line to be "homeported" in Texas. In addition to the Jubilee, 2024 saw the arrival of the Norwegian Prima, which marked a major expansion for NCL in the Gulf Coast market. Royal Caribbean also solidified its presence in 2024 by keeping the Harmony of the Seas (one of the world's largest Oasis-class ships) at the new $125 million Terminal 3. Looking back from 2026, 2024 is remembered as the "Golden Year" for Galveston, where the port officially transitioned from a "regional" hub to a major "international" cruise powerhouse, rivaling Miami and Port Canaveral. This influx was supported by the opening of several new parking structures and the expansion of the "Wharves" infrastructure to accommodate the massive LNG-powered vessels that now dominate the Texas cruise industry.