The news closely follows Royal Caribbean International's announcement that it would return on Nov. 10 with Adventure of the Seas, for the first time since September.
The governor also said St. Croix expects approximately 90 cruise calls this season, an uptick for that island.
In a media briefing Mapp reported numerous beaches have been declared safe for swimming and fishing, and power restoration will continue over the next week.
As earlier reported, Royal Caribbean has committed to undertaking the complete restoration of Magens Bay, one of St. Thomas' most popular tourist attractions, with plans for a grand reopening during Adventure of the Seas' Nov. 10 visit.
The governor commended the Department of Tourism, the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority and other public and private sector partners for preparing the territory to welcome cruise visitors.
Last week Mapp also talked about a push to get power restored and to to clean up St. John, a popular destination for cruise ship excursions.
The governor visited Cruz Bay and Coral Bay and several other sites on the island, including Trunk Bay. He said there is still much work yet to be done on the island, but assured residents that St. John remains a priority.
The goal of restoring power to Cruz Bay in the coming week will 'bring a sense of hope and a spirit of recovery, as you’re going to see your power distribution system being rebuilt,' Mapp told St. John islanders.
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