On November 2, at Ha Long International Cruise Port, two cruise ships, Viking Orion and Azamara Pursuit, brought nearly 1,600 international visitors to Quang Ninh. This high-spending visitor segment is expected to boost tourism and service activities while creating opportunities to promote Quang Ninh as a welcoming and attractive destination with a rich cultural identity.
During their stay, visitors chose from a wide range of itineraries to explore the city’s scenic attractions and distinctive cultural heritage, including Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site; Yen Tu, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site; Quang Ninh Museum; and Yen Duc Village, as well as sightseeing tours around Bai Chay, Ha Long and Hong Gai wards. Quang Ninh is now entering its cruise tourism season. From now until the end of the year, around 30 cruise ship calls are expected to bring thousands of international visitors to the city. The arrival of large numbers of cruise passengers further highlights Quang Ninh’s appeal as a destination on the global cruise tourism map. With its natural beauty, rich heritage system, modern port infrastructure and diverse tourism products, Quang Ninh city aims to attract more high-value international visitors during this cruise season.
By Hoang Quynh
