Chinese-American passenger cruise ship operator Adora Cruises' first big domestic cruise liner the Adora Magic City – based in the Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal in East China's Shanghai – recently hosted nearly 40 diplomats from 27 countries.

During their visit, the diplomats toured key facilities including its Dunhuang-themed maritime art gallery, theater, dining areas and guest cabins.

The visitors were briefed on the ship's operations and they praised China's innovative capabilities in cruise ship design, construction and operations.

The new Adora Magic City sails majestically on the ocean. [Photo/WeChat account: scofcom]

The Adora Magic City is said by its operator to blend Eastern and Western cultural elements into its brand experience, offering innovative cruise and culture-themed voyages.

The approach enables the ship to serve as a cultural showcase, providing global guests with a vibrant new experience in cruise tourism.

Since its maiden voyage from Shanghai on Jan 1, the Adora Magic City has completed 39 voyages, serving over 150,000 guests from around the world and earning widespread acclaim.

As a model of global collaboration in the cruise industry and a bridge for cultural exchanges, the Adora Magic City is widely said to highlight China's advancements in technological innovation and shipbuilding. It is also said to demonstrate China's achievements in fully autonomous operations.

Looking ahead, plans are for the Adora Magic City to continue to uphold what its operator calls "world standards with Chinese characteristics" – enhancing its operations and contributing to the high-quality development of China's cruise industry.