Adora Cruises, a leading Chinese cruise operator, announced its future coastal cruise plans in Qingdao, Shandong province, on Jan 9. The company revealed that its flagship vessel, Adora Magic City—the first large cruise ship made in China—will launch its coastal voyage from Qingdao in April this year. This new offering aims to provide a premium cruise experience tailored to travelers in northern China.

Industry insiders believe this move will not only enhance Adora Cruises' service portfolio but also bolster Qingdao's position as a key player in the rapidly expanding Chinese cruise industry.

Adora Magic City will set sail from Qingdao International Cruise Home Port on April 6, offering two international cruise routes—each spanning four nights and five days—to Fukuoka, Japan, and Jeju, South Korea. This marks the first time the vessel will operate from a Chinese port city outside of Shanghai, denoting a strategic expansion of Adora Cruises' network.

A ceremony in Qingdao, Shandong province announces that Adora Magic City, the first large cruise ship made in China, will begin its coastal voyage from Qingdao in April. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]