This Monday, the Port of Mazatlán will reach an important tourist milestone with the arrival of the 100th cruise ship so far this year. To commemorate this achievement, the Federal Secretary of Tourism, Josefina Vázquez Mota, will be present at Sinaloa to officially announce the fulfillment of this goal.
The Secretary of Tourism of Sinaloa Ricardo Velarde Cárdenas, highlighted during an interview that to date 96 cruise ships have arrived at the port and that with the next arrivals the round number of 100 will be reached. This fact reflects the sustained growth of tourism in Mazatlán and its consolidation as a preferred destination by international travelers.
Investments in tourism infrastructure drive growth
Velarde Cárdenas stressed that Mazatlán has experienced a boom in hotel infrastructure, with the construction of 4 thousand new rooms in the last four years, which represents a growth of 40% compared to the previous two decades. In addition, 15 hotels are currently under construction in Mazatlán, and important investments are being made in cities such as Culiacán, Guasave and Los Mochis.
“This Monday will be a great opportunity for the Federal Secretary of Tourism to learn first-hand about the progress the port has made, the investments that are transforming the tourist infrastructure and how cruise tourists enjoy and value their experience in Mazatlán,” he explained. the official.
Mazatlán leads tourism investments in Sinaloa
Mazatlán concentrates 80% of the state’s tourism investments, consolidating itself as a key reference for tourism in México. According to Velarde Cárdenas, the port has not only strengthened its hotel capacity, but has also increased the quality of the experiences offered to visitors.
Cruise tourism is a determining factor in this growth, as thousands of tourists disembark to explore the city and enjoy its culture, gastronomy and hospitality. This constant flow of travelers contributes significantly to local economic development.
Historical visit that reaffirms the tourist potential
Josefina Vázquez Mota’s visit not only celebrates the arrival of the 100th cruise ship, but also opens the door to more opportunities to continue strengthening the tourism sector in Mazatlán and in Sinaloa. This event sets a precedent to continue attracting investments and consolidate the port as a world-class tourist destination.
The arrival of cruise ship 100 reaffirms Mazatlán’s leadership in cruise tourism in the Mexican Pacific and promises to continue positioning the port as an unrivaled destination for international travelers.
Source: Redaccion from PMX Portal on 2024-11-20 12:36:00
