HK welcomes return of first international cruise ship in 3 years

Hong Kong on Wednesday welcomed the return of the first international cruise ship in three years since the outbreak of COVID-19 Pandemic.

The cruise ship Silver Spirit, entered the city's Victoria Harbour in the early hours and currently docks at Ocean Terminal in Tsim Sha Tsui.

Passengers were treated to a warm welcome, including a lion dance performance and some small gifts.

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has successfully wooed at least 16 cruise lines to return to Hong Kong this year, offering at least 82 voyages.