After being closed for 10 long months, Saint Martin, the country's only coral island, has been opened for tourists. Although travel to the island was permitted from today, Sunday (November 1), tourist ships have not yet started operating from Cox's Bazar.
According to the government decision, a maximum of three and a half thousand tourists can travel to Saint Martin every day until March 15, 2027. Although the island's hotels and resorts are ready to welcome tourists, ship operations are stuck due to administrative complications. Although they have received clearance from the Department of Environment, the voyage licenses for three ships, BIWTA route permits, and schedules have not yet been finalized.
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In addition, the software designated by the Bangladesh Tourism Board for selling tickets has not yet been launched. Those concerned hope that all approvals and administrative processes can be completed quickly and tourist ships can start operating on this route between November 5 and 6.
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