Brunei News Gazette

Post: Increase in Cruise Ship Arrivals

Bandar seri begawan: The country's 2025 cruise tourism season concluded with the arrival of the Coral Geographer ship from Kota Kinabalu. Carrying 81 passengers, the ship's visit marked the end of a successful maritime tourism year. According to Radio Television Brunei, a total of 15 international cruise ships made port calls in the country for 2025. This marked a significant increase in cruise tourism, with passenger numbers reaching 28,776, a notable rise from the 17,860 passengers recorded in the previous year. This growth reflects a positive trend in the country's tourism sector, driven by increased interest from international cruise travelers.