The Philippines continues to establish its position as one of the emerging cruise destinations in Asia as the Legend of the Seas, the huge luxurious cruise ship of the Royal Caribbean International (RCI), made its way to Manila early this month.

Over 2,000 passengers were greeted with the warmth and enthusiasm unique only to Filipinos when the ship docked on May 6. The local music of Banda Kawayan and performances by the Ati-atihan dancers provided a festive atmosphere, as passengers disembarked from the cruise ship during its call at the port of Manila. Officials of the Department of Tourism (DOT), Philippine Ports Authority, and the Asian Terminals, Inc. were at the reception line to welcome the passengers.

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