The luxury cruise ship Celebrity Millennium, carrying 2,176 passengers from various countries, today docked at Celukan Bawang Harbor at 10:30 WITA. The arrival of this ship was warmly welcomed by local authorities, tourism actors, and the surrounding community who enthusiastically welcomed foreign tourists.
To support the mobility of tourists, dozens of large buses and elf vehicles have been prepared and waiting in the dock parking area. These vehicles will take passengers to various leading tourist destinations in Buleleng Regency.
Head of the Buleleng Tourism Office, Gede Dody Sukma Oktiva Askara, stated that the arrival of this cruise ship is an important moment for regional tourism. “This shows that Buleleng is increasingly attractive as an international tourist destination. We hope this will be a momentum to increase tourist visits, while promoting the natural and cultural beauty of this region,” he said.
One of the foreign tourists expressed his admiration for the scenery around Celukan Bawang Harbor. “This is my first time in Bali, and the view here is absolutely stunning. I can't wait to explore more of this beautiful island,” he said enthusiastically.
The arrival of the Celebrity Millennium cruise ship is not only a breath of fresh air for the tourism sector, but also has a positive impact on local businesses, ranging from transportation providers to souvenir traders.
Buleleng continues to improve as one of the main tourist destinations in North Bali. With more and more cruise ships choosing Celukan Bawang as a port of call, it is hoped that the region will be increasingly recognized by the world as a tourist gateway that offers natural beauty, culture, and the hospitality of its people.
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