Cruise ship arrival to boost island tourism and economy

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GEORGE TOWN: After two years of Covid-19 restrictions, tourism players are looking forward to the arrival of international cruise ship Spectrum of the Seas, which will calling at the Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal (SPCT) at 8am tomorrow.

The arrival and disembarkation of 3,239 passengers and 1,577 crew members will be “sweet news” for stakeholders and tourism industry players who are looking forward to receiving them after the long hiatus.

“The arrival could pave the way for more international tourists to visit places of attraction in Penang. “We haven’t really seen the return of international tourists yet, due to the lingering fear and also connectivity, due to fewer direct flights.

 

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