Bodrum and Marella host educational experience for students

Bodrum Cruise Port and Marella Cruises joined forces to deliver a social responsibility project, starting with a beach cleanup at Giritli Teyze Beach, where high school students joined forces with the crew of Marella Discovery to actively contribute to the coastal environment. 

‘We’re thrilled to partner with Bodrum Cruise Port as Marella Discovery joins local students in a beach cleanup at Giritli Teyze Beach,’ said Olivia Wells, sustainability manager at Marella Cruises. ‘This event not only supports the coastal environment but also provides students with insight into various roles and a tour of Marella Discovery. We look forward to many more community activities like this in Bodrum in the future.’ 

An immersive experience

Following the cleanup, students were guided through an immersive experience at Bodrum Cruise Port, which included a comprehensive introduction to the marina, customs-free and customs-controlled areas, and key operations handled by passport and customs authorities. The students explored the profession of pilot captains at the dock and embarked on a tour of the ship.

‘We thank Marella Discovery’s captain and team for their partnership and commitment on educating the future generation on maritime and environmental stewardship,’ said Aziz Güngör, regional director of East Med, Global Ports Holding. ‘As Global Ports Holding… we are dedicated to fostering a sustainable future for both our industry and protecting our oceans by engaging future generations and enhancing their awareness of maritime operations and conservation.’

Maritime rescue

In coordination with the Coast Guard Command, Atilla Suyolcu, president of Bodrum Sea Rescue, the sole NGO providing free maritime rescue services in Türkiye, the students and Marella team received an informative presentation on the sea ambulance named ‘Yaşam’ and emergency response operations at sea. Suyolcu provided valuable insights on maritime rescue within the boundaries of Bodrum and how these operations are managed.