Victoria Cruise Lines has announced that it launched the Victoria Isabella, the largest and most advanced electric-hybrid vessel on the Yangtze River, on September 28.

The American-managed company previously set the record for the world’s largest river cruise ship when the Victoria Sabrina set sail in 2020.

The Victoria Isabella joins the Victoria Sabrina, Victoria Jenna, Victoria Anna and Victoria Katarina.

“While U.S. passengers to China remain down from pre-pandemic levels, we are encouraged by a number of indicators that show the market is poised for a comeback, including a game-changing program that allows Americans to visit for up to 10 days without requiring a visa,” said Benson Wu, president of Victoria Cruise Lines.

“Historically, the visa process created a significant barrier

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