The international cruise ship Villa Vie Odyssey has recently been stranded at Cambodia’s Sihanoukville port because of operational problems, drawing attention to arrangements for the hundreds of international tourists and crew aboard. The Cambodian government and relevant local authorities have actively provided assistance, demonstrating warm and friendly hospitality.
To express their welcome and care, staff of Sihanoukville Autonomous Port delivered local fruit, including coconuts and bananas, to the tourists and crew on the ship and visited them in person, giving the overseas visitors a sense of Cambodia’s warmth.
On the evening of October 31, with the care and coordination of the Royal Government led by Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, Sihanoukville also held a welcoming event at New Beach Restaurant for international tourists from Villa Vie Odyssey.
The event had a warm atmosphere, with visitors from different countries gathering for dinner. The Cambodian side welcomed the international tourists and expressed the hope that they would enjoy their time in Sihanoukville and experience its local culture and hospitality.
Earlier, Tourism Minister Huot Hak had also led a delegation to Sihanoukville to learn about the practical needs of the tourists and crew and coordinate necessary assistance with the relevant authorities.
According to Cambodian official reports, several international tourists on the cruise ship thanked the Cambodian government and local people for their care and hospitality and praised the friendliness of the Cambodian people.
From delivering fruit at the port to arranging a welcoming dinner, Cambodia conveyed friendship and goodwill to international tourists through practical action, allowing more foreign visitors to experience the country’s hospitality.