India’s first-ever cruise terminal is all set to take shape in Kochi catapulting the Kerala port city on the world’s cruise map.
Kochi port authorities say the project would encourage investment, bring prosperity and strengthen the state’s competitive advantage as a premier tourist destination in a big way. Some 34 cruise liners have called at the port this year and the number of tourists visiting the port, is expected to touch 62,000 by 2010 when the terminal is completed, Cochin Port Trust Deputy Chairman Capt. Subash Kumar said.
The terminal is planned as the world’s most promising, year-round business and leisure destination that offers the perfect blend of luxury and leisure, shopping and culture in a traditionally rich and hospitable environment. The international bidding process for the $90 million project is to begin by January and work will start by mid May.
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