Chinese cruise passengers put patriotism above tourism by skipping South Korean port visit


  • World
  • Tuesday, 14 Mar 2017

Cruise Costa Serena carrying Chinese passengers who refused last week to disembark on the resort island of Jeju, is seen back at Wusongkou port in Shanghai, China, March 14, 2017. REUTERS/Aly Song

SHANGHAI (Reuters) - When the Costa Serena cruise ship steamed into the South Korean tourist island of Jeju, Bai Liyun stayed on board, where crew had organised a magic show, games and even a wine-tasting.

She was not alone.

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