This month, the Port of Vancouver in British Columbia wrapped up its cruise season with a record 306 visits -- 6% more compared to 2019 -- marking a positive return after COVID-19 pandemic restrictions halted cruising activities. “It’s been fantastic to see cruise ships and passengers back in town after the two-year pause through the height of the pandemic,” Vancouver Fraser Port Authority President and CEO Robin Silvester said. “This year’s cruise season was an impressive comeback story for a critical catalyst for the local tourism industry.”  While this season’s passenger numbers were lower with the slow return to cruise…