Published on: 2026-06-07
Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian –
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Shanxi, June 7 /Xinhua/ — “Adora Magic City,” the first large cruise liner in China of domestic production, departed from Shanxi on Saturday, marking the beginning of the country’s first “cruise to nowhere” in history.
Unlike traditional cruises, the new route involves the departure of the vessel from the Usunkou international cruise terminal in Shanghai and returning to it without any stops, sailing exclusively in the open sea.
A three-day flight for two nights, lasting from Saturday to early Monday, offers passengers the opportunity to relax and immerse themselves in the atmosphere without the need to rush from one port to another.
“This is very relaxing, and I don’t need to take additional shifts at work. I am genuinely looking forward to the opportunity to be on a large cruise liner of domestic production,” said the tourist with the surname Hu, an office worker from Shanya, when she boarded the liner.
The operator expanded the onboard entertainment program, including a comedy show, magic performances, themed parties, and late-night dinners. To ensure comfort, passenger flow was limited to 80%, the average passenger age was 47 years, which is lower than the usual 55 years on regular routes.
On Friday, Shanghai issued the first permission in China for the departure and arrival of such cruises. The next day, simplified customs and border control procedures were organized for passengers.
Tun Danin, representative of the Shan Municipal Transport Commission, said that “cruises to nowhere” are not a simplified version of traditional cruises, but a completely new product that turns the ship itself into the destination, creating a new consumption scenario.
Data testifies to the rapid growth of cruise tourism in China: in 2025, the total number of cruise liner passengers increased by 25.3% compared to 2024. -0-
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