The Preah Sihanouk Provincial Administration warmly welcomed international tourists arriving aboard Viking Venus. The reception was arranged under the guidance of Governor Mang Sineth, who was represented by Deputy Governor សាមុត សុធារិទ្ធ, alongside a deputy municipal governor and officials from relevant departments.
Visitors were greeted with a traditional blessing dance and presented with Khmer krama scarves as souvenirs representing Cambodian culture and national identity. The reception highlighted the warmth and hospitality of the Cambodian people.
Viking Venus docked in Sihanoukville on the morning of October 22, 2026, carrying 856 tourists of 27 nationalities, including 448 women, and 467 crew members of 35 nationalities. The vessel measures 228.30 metres in length and 28.80 metres in width. Arriving from Vietnam, it was scheduled to stay overnight in Cambodia before continuing to Thailand on October 23.
Americans made up the largest group of tourists, with 686 visitors, followed by 52 Australians.
The international cruise ship's arrival highlighted Preah Sihanouk's tourism potential and the Cambodian government's efforts, under Prime Minister Hun Manet, to maintain peace, stability and public safety.
Relevant authorities coordinated traffic and maintained security, safety and order at tourist destinations across the province to provide a convenient and enjoyable visit, while promoting Cambodia's scenery, culture and hospitality internationally.
Report: Pai Sokhim. Photography: Lay Chanda.
