Royal Caribbean International is Hong Kong’s longest-standing homeporting cruise line. In 2025 the line plans to double its sailings from Hong Kong, with an extended season of 10 roundtrip sailings. The Quantum Ultra Class Spectrum of the Seas and sister ship Ovation of the Seas will embark on diverse itineraries, with Spectrum offering 5 Hong Kong departures in December 2024 and 10 homeport sailings in 2025 These include cruise holidays of 4, 5, 9, and 11 nights, exploring the scenic locales of Japan, Taiwan, and Vietnam. Ovation of the Seas will feature an Easter Monday sailing anticipated to be the most sought-after voyage, suitable for family reunions, gatherings, and memorable celebrations.
The arrival of Spectrum of the Seas on December 6th ushered in more than 4,800 international visitors to Hong Kong. Robust early bookings for the 2025 sailings serve as a testament to Royal Caribbean's vision to expanding Hong Kong homeport sailings in the coming years.
The Michael Wong, GBS, JP, Deputy Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, said that Hong Kong welcomed 34 million visitors last year. And, in the first 10 months of 2024, there were close to 37 million. The number of visitors to Hong Kong will continue to increase and a year-on-year growth of more than 30% is expected.
According to Benjamin Bouldin, President of Royal Caribbean International, China, “Hong Kong stands as a captivating destination in its own right, attracting global visitors with its unique East meets West culture. The city offers a myriad of experiences, from being a renowned shopping and culinary paradise, to being home to world-class cultural heritage conservations and international mega events throughout the year. Moreover, Hong Kong's advantageous geographical location, coupled with its visa-free access to citizens of some 170 countries and regions, positions the city as the prospective Asian cruise hub. We are committed to Hong Kong, and we look forward to bringing in our newest and best ships to this market in the years to come."
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