Tinicum
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Why Delaware County Was Chosen as the Home of the New Norwegian Cruise Line Terminal
A major new chapter in our region’s tourism economy is taking shape along the Delaware River, where construction has begun on the new PhilaPort Cruise Terminal in Tinicum Township. Beginning in April 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line will officially make Tinicum in Delaware County its homeport, launching 41 sailings every year through at least 2033. It’s…
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Lou Turk’s, Tinicum’s Gentleman’s Club, Is Getting a New Name
Lou Turk’s, Delaware County’s only strip club, is changing its name to The Carousel Delco, part of a rebranding for this 50-year-old Delco icon, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Referring to itself as a “gentleman’s club,” Lou Turk’s posted the name change Jan. 31 on its Facebook and Instagram pages. “We are still…
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What a New Tinicum Cruise Port Could Mean for Delco Jobs, Tourism, and Real Estate
A new cruise terminal is coming to Delaware County, and, according to Tom Toole, team lead of Tom Toole Sales Group at RE/Max Main Line, the ripple effects extend well beyond Tinicum’s waterfront. Beginning in 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line will operate a new homeport terminal in Tinicum Township under a seven-year agreement running through 2033.…
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Norwegian Jewel Sets Sail from Tinicum: How to Reserve Your Cabin on Philadelphia’s Newest Cruise Route
The excitement surrounding the region’s new cruise ship terminal in Tinicum keeps building, and now it’s official: Delaware Valley travelers can book their spot on the first-ever Norwegian Cruise Line sailing departing from the brand-new PhilaPort cruise terminal in April 2026. This moment marks a turning point for the Port of Philadelphia as it welcomes…
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Cruise Ship Home Port Terminal to be Built in Tinicum Township
A cruise ship terminal will be built in Tinicum Township at the former Hog Island Dock Terminal Facility, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. The terminal was formed out of a partnership between PhilaPort, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, and Energy Transfer Marketing and Terminals. Norwegian will be Philadelphia’s exclusive homeport under a berthing agreement…
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This Delaware County Spot Is a Family Alternative to Beach Heat
To those families looking for time outdoors but have had their fill of the beach with its summer heat and sand, there is a Delaware County alternative that keeps you outdoors near streams, ponds, and towering trees, writes Christine Coppa for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum lets your family…
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Turtle’s Version of ‘Hey, Babe, Can I Buy You a Drink?’ Results in Viral Video at Nearby Wildlife Refuge
Philadelphia stand-up comedian Jamie Pappas was eager to get outside one Saturday morning and enjoy the nice weather. So the 29-year-old drove to the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge in Tinicum to do some bird watching. Victor Fiorillo, Philadelphia Magazine, reported on the romantic interlude. She found a turtle slapping another turtle. So she recorded…
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Tinicum a Key Distribution Point for Vaccine Delivery in Philadelphia Region
Tinicum Township is a key point of distribution for the COVID-19 vaccines in the Philadelphia region as UPS planes carrying the vaccine started arriving at Philadelphia International Airport yesterday, reports Howard Monroe for philadelphia.cbslocal.com. The airport is one of 30 in the nation that is a vaccine delivery point. The vaccines are being taken to…
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Airport underwater? Philadelphia works to adapt to rises in sea levels
Aircraft arriving and departing Philadelphia International Airport may need water wings if predictions about rises in sea levels come true, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “We’ll have to build up,” said Ray Scheinfeld, the airport’s environmental manager. He referred to the airport’s planned expansion on 152 acres purchased in the last few years.…
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