Europa 2, a celebrated cruise ship operated by Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, became the first large vessel to call at a Sri Lankan port after Easter Sunday attacks targeted churches and hotels. Rated as the top cruise ship in the world by Berlitz Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships, it called on both Colombo and Hambantota ports.

200

passengers or more took advantage of the stopover at Hambantota, making day trips to Yala, Bundala, Udawalawe, Kataragama, and Ella.

309

passengers and 356 crew were on board for the ships Indian Ocean region voyage

890

paintings make up the art collection aboard Europa 2, one of the largest collections at sea. Most of the contemporary pieces have been commissioned exclusively for
the vessel.