QUẢNG NINH — Real estate and construction Sun Group on April 28 opened a new cruise port to serve as a safe, convenient and high-class gateway for visitors coming to take a tour of Hạ Long Bay. The port is part of the VNĐ1.1 trillion (US$47.3 million) Hạ Long International Cruise Port and located on the left side of the Hòn Gai-Cái Lân stream in Hạ Long City’s Bãi Cháy Commune. The Hạ Long International Cruise Port is beside the entertainment park Sun World Hạ Long Complex and is only a five minute drive from Hạ Long Market and Quảng Ninh Museum. The inland water port also helps connect Bãi Cháy with Quảng Ninh Province’s political, economic and cultural centre in Hòn Gai City. The inland water port is located at the centre of Bãi Cháy Commune in Quảng Ninh Province’s Hạ Long City, making it easier for tourists … [Read more...] about Sun Group opens new cruise port
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Better seaports and services key to cruise tourism in VN
Millennial passengers expect authentic experiences and check-in spots. VNS Photo Hồng Vân Viet Nam News By Hồng Vân Young UK tourist Sean Williams chose Việt Nam for his first trip to Asia in November, and revelled in the country’s rich culture and cuisine. “My trip was amazing, I really enjoyed it. It was very different from what I’d been used to. Vietnamese culture is great. I like the way people are there, and how many of them live in the city but still all get along. The food is really good, everything I tried I liked. Really good food,” said Williams. “I found it quite easy to find out about excursions and there were many tourist offices around offering trips and advice. People are generally very helpful if you need them. I love it there, can’t wait to be back,” he added. With its scenic landscape, pristine beaches, fine cuisine and rich culture, Việt Nam has become a popular destination for … [Read more...] about Better seaports and services key to cruise tourism in VN
Cruise tourism yet to take off
Stunning: A cruise stops at the Hạ Long International Cruise Port, the first specialised passenger port in Việt Nam that just opened in late November in Hạ Long City, Quảng Ninh Province. — VNS Photos Hồng Vân Viet Nam News QUẢNG NINH — Việt Nam should invest more in infrastructure, cruise terminal facilities as well as shore itineraries and develop unique tourism products to tap its cruise tourism potential. The statement was made by Vice Chairman of Việt Nam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) Ngô Hoài Chung at a seminar on cruise tourism, held in the northern province of Quảng Ninh yesterday. Cruise tourism has been the fastest growing sector of the travel industry for the past few years globally. Often chosen by wealthy people, cruise tourism can make a significant economic impact for the locality. “Sea and island tourism, which includes cruise tourism, is considered one of the … [Read more...] about Cruise tourism yet to take off
Ha Long International Cruise Port welcomes first cruise ship
Ha Long International Cruise Port, Ha Long city, Quang Ninh province, welcomed the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines' Celebrity Millennium cruise ship on November 27. The Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines' Celebrity Millennium cruise ship The ship, carrying some 2,000 passengers and a crew of 1,000, is the first tourist ship to dock at Ha Long International Cruise Port. The passengers later left the ship to visit Ha Long Bay and a number of tourism sites in Quang Ninh province. Celebrity Millennium is a luxurious and modern five-star international luxury cruise ship catering to Asia and South Pacific voyages. According to the plan, Celebrity Millennium will leave the port at 1:00 pm on November 28. The welcoming of the first international cruise ship marks a milestone, opening a new turning-point for the tourism industry in Quang Ninh, creating a new space for international cooperation and tourism development. According to Chairman of Quang Ninh People's Committee,Nguyen Duc Long, the … [Read more...] about Ha Long International Cruise Port welcomes first cruise ship
Ha Long Int’l Cruise Port welcomes first tourist ship
The first tourist ship docked at Ha Long International Cruise Port, the northern province of Quang Ninh on November 27, 2018 The welcoming of the first international cruise ship marks a milestone, opening a new turning-point for the tourism industry in Quang Ninh, creating a new space for international cooperation and tourism development. Speaking at the event, Chairman of the Quang Ninh People's Committee Nguyen Duc Long said the launch of the Ha Long International Cruise Port is an important mark of the QuangNinh tourism industry, creating the most favorable conditions for passenger ships to travel to Ha Long Bay. Construction of the port began on November 20, 2017, and, after more than one year of construction, Ha Long International Cruise Port is essentially complete. The VND 1,100 billion-project is a special international cruise port in Viet Nam. The port is designed to … [Read more...] about Ha Long Int’l Cruise Port welcomes first tourist ship