MSC Orchestra welcomed in Durban port as big upgrades start to take effect.
The port city of Durban’s status as a leading cruise destination was cemented on Saturday, 16 November with the arrival of the cruise liner on her maiden voyage to South African shores, as well as a sod turning ceremony to mark the start of construction of the new Durban passenger terminal.
was ushered onto the quayside at the port’s M berth as traditional dancers and a marimba band entertained over 3000 disembarking European and South African passengers. Her Durban call ended a 29-night itinerary from Genoa in Italy and prior to Durban she had called in Reunion. The ship has been introduced on the local route following the success enjoyed by MSC Cruises with previous vessels including MSC Sinfonia, MSC Opera and MSC Musica.
Transnet plans to commence construction on its own section of the promenade in Quarter 3 of 2020 which will connect to the new Cruise Terminal, allowing cruise passengers direct access and connections to the Central Beachfront with relative ease and safety. The new green and energy efficient terminal will boast a host of new features and facilities, with a retail component, as well as multi-purpose training, conferencing and events facilities.
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