Quang Ninh welcomes first cruise ship after COVID-19 hiatus
PSNews - A French-flagged cruise ship with over 100 foreign tourists has docked at Ha Long International Cruise Port in Quang Ninh Province last week after a hiatus of more than two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to the local Department of Tourism, the cruise ship, named Le Lapérouse, is a leading cruise ship of the fleet of Ponant Explorers that consists of six members managed by the Ponant cruise carrier.
The passengers, mainly from Europe and the US, were presented with flowers and gifts by representatives of the municipal Department of Tourism at a welcome ceremony held at the port.
Earlier, within the tour, the cruise ship has anchored at Con Dao (Ba Ria - Vung Tau), Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang (Khanh Hoa), Quy Nhon (Binh Dinh), Tien Sa (Danang), Chan May (Thua Thien Hue), and Hon La (Quang Binh).
Ha Long is the last leg of the journey in the country.
During their stay in Ha Long City, the visitors were able to tour the city, world famous Haa Long Bay and Quang Ninh Museum, and enjoy entertainment services.
The arrival of the cruise ship reflects a positive sign in its efforts to recover tourism in the post-pandemic period.
It is expected that by the beginning of 2023, Ha Long will continue to welcome more cruise ships carrying thousands of international tourists, promising an exciting cruise tourism season.
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