Celebrity Millennium is the first 5-star cruise ship to dock at Ha Long International Passenger Port |
The event marked a turning point in Quang Ninh’s tourism sector, especially since the port came into operation. Nguyen Duc Long, Chairman of the Quang Ninh Provincial People’s Committee, said: “The Ha Long International Passenger Port is expected to welcome more international passenger cruise ships. The port plays an important role in local socio-economic development. It was built within the timeframe of one year and has also become a tourist destination in Ha Long city.”
The Ha Long International Passenger Port is the first of its kind in Vietnam. With a total investment capital of 45 million USD, the port is designed to receive two large passenger ships carrying up to 8,500 passengers each, at once.