Visakhapatnam Port Trust to promote cruise tourism

VISAKHAPATNAM: The Visakhapatnam Port Trust is actively working towards promoting cruise tourism and developing infrastructure at the Visakhapatnam Port. In a collaborative effort with the State and District Administration, the Port Trust organized a meeting that brought together prominent tour operators and travel companies to explore strategies for creating a tourism circuit in and around Visakhapatnam, with a focus on attracting international cruise tourists.
During the meeting held on Tuesday, representatives from the Visakhapatnam Port Authority emphasized the govt of India's vision to boost cruise tourism. They showcased the advanced infrastructure facilities available at the Visakhapatnam International Cruise Terminal. The Port Authority also highlighted Visakhapatnam's potential as a key destination for international cruise liners, emphasizing the city's rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty.
Tour and travel operators contributed valuable insights into the various tourist attractions surrounding Visakhapatnam and provided suggestions to enhance the overall tourist experience. The discussions aimed at creating a comprehensive and appealing tourism package for cruise tourists, which would not only promote tourism in Visakhapatnam but also contribute economically to the City of Destiny.
The meeting concluded with all participants pledging to work together closely to transform Visakhapatnam into a prime destination for international cruise tourism, aligning with the broader vision of sustainable and inclusive growth in the tourism sector. Sri Srinivas, Regional Director of Andhra Pradesh Tourism, along with port officials and private tourism operators, attended the meeting.