Visakhapatnam Port Authority Hosts Meeting to Boost Cruise Tourism

VISHAKHAPATNAM: Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) on Tuesday organised a meeting with the state and district administration, major tour operators and travel companies to discuss strategies for developing the tourism circuit in and around Visakhapatnam, targeting international cruise tourists. During the meeting, the VPA officials highlighted the Government’s vision of boosting cruise tourism and presented the state-of-the-art infrastructure facilities available at the Visakhapatnam International Cruise Terminal highlighting the potential of Visakhapatnam as a key destination for international cruise liners, underlining the city's rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty. Tour and travel operators shared insights into the various tourist attractions surrounding the city, offering 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 to the city’s economy.