THE Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is optimistic about the continued growth of the cruise tourism sector this year, with several cruise vessels making port calls at key destinations across the country.
THE Philippine Ports Authority is optimistic about the continued growth of the cruise tourism sector this year, with several cruise vessels making port calls at key destinations across the country.At the end of January, the Maltese-flagged MS Europa 2 made a stop in Bohol as part of its Asian itinerary.
from PPAThe MV Norwegian Sky returned to Manila South Harbor on Jan. 30, 2025, following an earlier call that month. Arriving from Kaohsiung, Taiwan, the ship carried nearly 2,000 passengers, mostly Filipinos, and made a brief stop in Currimao, Ilocos Norte, before heading to Boracay Island. Ten buses were provided for guided tours of Manila to enhance the experience.The luxury cruise ship MV Silver Whisper made its maiden call at the Port of Currimao, Ilocos Norte, on Jan. 30, 2025.
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