port of call
noun phrase
1
: an intermediate port where ships customarily stop for supplies, repairs, or transshipment of cargo
2
: a stop included on an itinerary
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Disrespecting Cultural Norms When visiting ports of call, be mindful of local customs and etiquette.
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Jill Schildhouse,
Southern Living,
27 June 2026
Its final port of call before reaching Acapulco was Colima.
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Daniel Hernandez,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Inclusive pricing that covers most amenities, including meals, some beverages, and Wi-Fi.
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Susan B. Barnes,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2026
Items longer than that may only be used on land, in ports of call, and must be stored in guest staterooms while onboard.
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Eve Chen,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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Jill Schildhouse,
Southern Living,
27 June 2026
Its final port of call before reaching Acapulco was Colima.
—
Daniel Hernandez,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Inclusive pricing that covers most amenities, including meals, some beverages, and Wi-Fi.
—
Susan B. Barnes,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2026
Items longer than that may only be used on land, in ports of call, and must be stored in guest staterooms while onboard.
—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for port of call
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“Port of call.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/port%20of%20call. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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