- by foxnews
- 08 Apr 2025
Ha Long Cruise Port (HCP), Vietnam̢۪s first and only dedicated cruise port, has successfully completed its 2024 cruise season, hosting 58 calls and welcoming over 150,000 passengers. This milestone highlights the port̢۪s increasing prominence as a gateway to northern Vietnam, particularly as Chinese cruise lines prioritize destinations like Ha Long Bay.
One of the standout moments of the season occurred on November 16, 2024, when HCP hosted the Blue Dream Melody cruise, marking its first group of passengers from Beihai Port, Guangxi, China. This significant event underscores the growing collaboration between Vietnam and China in tourism, aligning with the objectives outlined by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) to foster regional partnerships and promote sustainable growth in the travel sector.
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