Group 1 - The "Star Navigator" cruise ship, under the Star Cruises brand, has made its inaugural voyage to Sanya, marking its first journey to mainland China and establishing Sanya as a key destination [1][3] - The Sanya entry-exit border inspection station has implemented a "ship-side inspection" model to facilitate quick processing for cruise passengers, enhancing the implementation of visa-free entry policies for foreign tourist groups [3] - The captain of the "Star Navigator" expressed intentions to continue operating routes connecting Sanya with popular destinations such as Hong Kong, Nha Trang, and Da Nang, aiming to enhance Sanya's international cruise operation capabilities [3] Group 2 - Sanya is expected to experience a surge in cruise visits in the third and fourth quarters of this year, with an estimated 18 cruise calls anticipated [3] - The Hainan Free Trade Port is set to officially commence full island closure operations on December 18, 2023, prompting Sanya to accelerate the construction of new 100,000-ton cruise berths and revise incentive policies to attract more cruise industry enterprises [3]