First Around-the-World Cruise of the Season Brings 2,078 Visitors to Goa
The iconic Celebrity Millennium docked at Mormugao Harbour on 25th November 2025 to an immersive and traditional Goan welcome curated by the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa. Arriving as part of its international route, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Kochi, Goa and onward to Mumbai the vessel marks a major highlight in Goa’s cruise tourism calendar.
A total of 2,078 guests, including 977 crew members, arrived on board, representing a rich mix of nationalities such as Singapore, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, Poland, France, Thailand and Portugal. This makes it one of the largest and most diverse cruise arrivals of the season.
The arrival of Celebrity Millennium with over 2,000 guests reinforces Goa’s growing prominence as a global cruise destination. This visit reflects our strengthened tourism infrastructure and the commitment to delivering immersive, culture-led experiences. As the state welcomes travellers from across continents, Goa continues working towards positioning Goa as a distinguished stop on major international cruise circuits.
Cruise tourism plays an integral role in Goa’s tourism development strategy. The arrival showcases our efforts to enhance guest experience from the moment they step ashore. With travellers from diverse nationalities visiting Goa, the state remains focused on elevating service quality, cultural engagement and seamless facilitation.
Visitors were greeted with a cultural showcase featuring folk performances, a lively brass band, floral welcomes and curated Goan souvenirs, offering a warm introduction to the state’s distinctive heritage and hospitality. Many guests proceeded to explore Goa’s attractions through organised sightseeing tours, experiencing the state’s natural beauty, architecture, cuisine and vibrant local life.
The Department of Tourism continues to expand Goa’s cruise tourism capabilities, ensuring that every vessel docking at Mormugao Harbour experiences the state’s hallmark warmth, vibrancy and world-class hospitality.
