Mangaluru, Dec 16 (PTI) The third ship of the season of cruises ‘MS Nautica’ arrived at the New Mangalore Port (NMP) on Thursday, carrying 548 passengers and 397 crew members.
The vessel, on its way to Maldives, halted in Mumbai and Mormugao ports earlier. The 180.45-metre long ship has a load capacity of 30,277 tonne.
The passengers were accorded a traditional welcome on their arrival at the port. They were then taken by buses and cabs to various tourist spots in and around Mangaluru.
The port had made elaborate arrangements for the tourists. A meditation centre was set up at the cruise lounge by the Ayush Department.
The tourists were presented mementos before their departure to Kochi, a release from the NMP here said. PTI MVG NVG NVG
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