This photo taken on June 6, 2023 shows China's first domestically-built large cruise ship "Adora Magic City" in east China's Shanghai. (PHOTO / XINHUA)

Adora Magic City, China's first domestically built large cruise ship, will officially set sail and begin operations on the first day of next year, the cruise operator announced at the 2023 Wusongkou Forum, which took place in Shanghai on Tuesday.

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People can make bookings for the cruise via the official website and WeChat mini program of the cruise operator, as well as through the cruise customer service center and local travel agencies.

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Built by Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding, a subsidiary of China State Shipbuilding Corp, Adora Magic City can accommodate a maximum of 5,246 guests.