Celebrity Solstice arrives at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal with 3,000 international passengers
The Celebrity Solstice, a cruise ship operated by Celebrity Cruises, arrived at Hong Kong's Kai Tak Cruise Terminal this morning (Nov. 15), carrying approximately 3,000 international passengers. Over the next five months, the ship will use HK as its home port, embarking on a new season of Asian voyages with a total of 12 sailings planned.
As this marks the Celebrity Solstice's first visit to HK, and given today's unstable weather following a recent typhoon, the Tourism Commission was well-prepared. Due to the poor weather and increased demand for taxis citywide, taxi availability at the cruise terminal was tighter than usual this morning.
Both the Tourism Commission and the Transport Department closely monitored the disembarkation and transportation situation. Immediate actions were taken to enhance services, such as notifying the taxi industry to increase the number of taxis available. Additionally, the value of LPG vouchers provided to taxi drivers was temporarily doubled from HK$50 to HK$100 to further improve services. Bus services were also sufficient, and passengers waiting for transport were directed to wait inside the terminal. Thanks to the coordinated efforts of various departments, all passengers had disembarked and left the terminal by around 10 a.m.
Celebrity Cruises, a premium brand under the Royal Caribbean Group, operates a fleet of 16 award-winning ships that sail to more than 300 destinations across all seven continents.
The Celebrity Solstice, with a gross tonnage of 122,000, is one of the most well-equipped ships in the Celebrity fleet. It boasts 20 restaurants and bars, as well as unique features like the Lawn Club, a real grass area exclusive to the Solstice-class ships, and glass-blowing classes. Other onboard amenities include swimming pools, an outdoor cinema, a theater, an art gallery, basketball courts, a spa and fitness center, game rooms, a jogging track, and a library.
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