Cruising in Asia
From Japan’s cherry blossoms to the temples of Thailand and the skylines of Singapore, cruising through Asia offers a rich blend of culture, cuisine, and coastline.
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Destination Focus: Asia
For cruise enthusiasts seeking to immerse themselves in the vibrant tapestry of ancient cultures, stunning landscapes, and gastronomic wonders, Asia is one destination to beat.Â
A first for Norwegian Cruise Line: Three ships are coming to the Asia Pacific
For the first time ever, Norwegian Cruise Line is deploying three ships to the Asia Pacific in 2024 and 2025. As expected, Norwegian Spirit will return to Australia and New Zealand for her third consecutive season, while Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky, as well as Spirit, will also sail Asian itineraries. Ben Angell, MD and VP for NCL in … Read more
18 cruises worthy of your 2022 bucket list
After waiting two years to cruise, Australians can at last fly around the globe to join cruise ships in some of the world’s most desirable ports. It’s time to dive back into cruising and embark on those postponed dreams. Afloat on the oceans of the seven continents, along the rivers of Europe and Asia, and … Read more
Asia’s largest ship Spectrum of the Seas on the way to Singapore
Royal Caribbean has announced that Spectrum of the Seas, the first Quantum-Ultra ship, will be homeporting in Singapore from October 2022 to April 2023. The cruise line will also require all guests 12 and older to be fully vaccinated for all new bookings made from October 1, 2021 onwards. Spectrum first entered service in 2019, … Read more
Big plans for MSC’s new Asian ship
MSC Cruises announced this week it would be sending a new build ship, the MSC Bellissima to sail around Asia by 2020. She will be the newest flagship for the region and will be tailored for the Asian market. The Bellissima will be launched in March 2019 and following her inaugural season in the Mediterranean, … Read more
7 of the best winter cruise destinations
Cruising in the northern hemisphere is one of the best and most affordable ways to follow the sun and see some amazing destinations. But there are also some warmly inviting options closer to home. Bernadette Chua reports. Pacific Islands The loveliest thing about the South Pacific is that while it’s considered to be winter there, … Read more
Seabourn Ovation is one step closer to her April launch
The new Seabourn Ovation is a step closer to launching with the cruise line confirming their latest vessel has just completed her first round of sea trials. She’ll debut in April 2018 and will have multiple dining venues, bars and lounges. “We’re now weeks away from delivery, and I’m very pleased with the progress and … Read more
Plans for the new Dream Cruises 5,000 passenger ship to head Down Under
Asia’s first luxury cruise line, Dream Cruises has started construction of its first Global Class cruise ship in Germany. The ship, which will accommodate up to 5,000 passengers, will be the largest in the Dream Cruises fleet. The ship will offer some unique features including a Cineplex, theme park, Asian spa, multiple authentic Asian dining … Read more
