Cruise Tourism returned to Dominica today.

SEABOURN vessel, Seabourn Odessey docked at Woodbridge Bay with approximately 135 passengers this morning.

A plaque exchange ceremony was held this morning to welcome the new vessel to Dominica.

Parliamentary Secretary in the Min. of Tourism Chekira Lockhart- Hypolite says she is hopeful that with the arrival of the first cruise ship for the season, Dominica will ease back into regular economic activity in the sector.

Hypolite is hopeful the return of cruise tourism will auger well for the industry.

Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism Chekira Lockhart- Hypolite.

Seabourne Odessy will return to Dominica’s ports next Friday and every other week until October 2021.

In accordance with approved cruise protocols for Dominica, only vaccinated passengers will be allowed to disembark and proceed on tours on the island.