Shore thing

The Port Authority of New South Wales took out our Readers’ Choice Award 2022 for Best Cruise Port. And the organisation has made leaps and bounds in its sustainability efforts to reduce emissions and achieve net zero by 2040. “For the next two years, we will focus on progressing the shore power project for Bays Port (Glebe Island and White Bay) and creating a world-class integrated and sustainable port of the future,” says the port authority’s CEO, Phil Holliday. “The shore power project is on track for two berths, instead of one, to be ready for commissioning by the end of 2024. Work is also progressing on installing solar panels in key locations across our ports … and on several energyefficiency measures at our key sites.”

Nice Nic

Old-world glamour is returning to Nice’s historic boardwalk with a rejuvenated 19th-century architectural jewel overlooking Promenade des Anglaise. The opening of the Anantara Plaza Nice Hotel comes after a twoyear project to restore the building to its Belle Époque era glory. The 175-year-old hotel has 151 rooms including 38 suites, an Anantara Spa, a ballroom and a bar offering 360-degree views. The opulent rooftop restaurant, SEEN by Olivier, offers contemporary Mediterranean fare from Portuguese chef Olivier da Costa. He will present Niçoise specialties showcasing local ingredients, such as sea urchins and oysters, as well as truffles from the nearby village of Le Rouret. The hotel will also offer a full-day ‘In the Footsteps of Coco Chanel’ tour.