About Us
How It All Began
The tradition of welcoming cruise ships to Astoria started back in the mid-1990s, when a handful of locals began greeting passengers from the occasional blue-water ship that docked at the Port. What began as a small, cheerful effort quickly grew into something much bigger.
As more ships began arriving, so did the need for a more organized welcome. That’s when a group of community members came together to form Clatsop Cruise Host Ambassadors—a nonprofit dedicated to making cruise visitors feel at home and encouraging them to explore, shop, and dine in our vibrant North Coast region.
For over 25 years, Ambassadors have helped the passengers navigate and explore our rich coastal heritage, offering up-to-date information, downtown walking maps, and answering all the "where can I find" and "what is there to do" questions.
