THE cruise vessel Adora Mediterranea docked at Pier 15, Manila South Harbor at 12:40 p.m. on April 12, 2026. Arriving from Xiamen, China, the ship carried 1,790 passengers and 650 crew members, contributing to the Philippine cruise tourism.

Occupying Berths 4 and 5 for a seven-hour port call, the vessel facilitated shore excursions for passengers — mostly Chinese — to historical sites and retail centers in Manila. These activities provide a vital economic link between international cruise arrivals and the local tourism service sector.