It may still be a lesser-known Southeast Asian destination, but Brunei is seeing a steady, slow growth in cruising. Muara Port gives cruise visitors a warm, traditional welcome when they arrive at Muara Port on Brunei Bay. Take a mosque tour of Bandar Seri Begawan to see the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, which is … Read more
When Hong Kong opened its new cruise terminal in 2013 on the site of the former Kai Tak Airport, the tiny nation was making a play for the title of cruise capital of Asia. The HK$8.2 billion terminal can handle two mega liners and over 8,000 disembarking passengers at once. Hong Kong has grown from … Read more
Indonesia, the largest group of islands in the world, has a number of beautiful destinations visited by cruise lines, including P&O Australia, Carnival, Princess Cruises, Crystal Cruises and Celebrity Cruises. The most popular Indonesian destination, Bali offers cultural, culinary and activity-based excursions. One of the top attractions is Ubud. The town, surrounded by rice paddies, … Read more
BENOA, BALI Who goes there: Azamara Club Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean. Cruisers like: If time allows, visitors take a day trip to the volcanoes and temples to the north of the island, via the artist centre of Ubud. Alternatively, visit the capital, Denpasar, with its “Gold … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
