Cruise ship returns to Venice after 17-month hiatus
MSC Orchestra becomes the first cruise ship to dock in Venice since the pandemic began
The ship arrived in the city on Sunday morning, carrying 900 passengers
The MSC Orchestra is the first cruise ship to reach Venice in 17 months, marking a significant milestone in the recovery of the city's tourism industry. The ship arrived in the city on Sunday morning, carrying 900 passengers. The last cruise ship to dock in Venice was in March 2020, just before the city was placed under lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The return of cruise ships to Venice is a welcome boost for the city's economy. Tourism is a major industry in Venice, and the absence of cruise ships has had a significant impact on the city's businesses. The MSC Orchestra is expected to bring in over $1 million in revenue to the city during its three-day stop.
The arrival of the MSC Orchestra is also a sign that the cruise industry is slowly recovering from the pandemic. The industry was hit hard by the pandemic, with many cruise lines suspending operations for months. However, as more people get vaccinated and travel restrictions are lifted, the industry is starting to see a rebound.
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