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Book Genting Dream Cruise Departing From Port Klang At Just RM599 Per Pax

If you’re looking for a luxurious, all-inclusive cruise that takes you on some of the most beautiful scenic routes in the world, then look no further than Genting Dream Cruise by Resorts World Cruises.

In addition to the Singapore homeport that started on June 15, Resorts World Cruises revealed that it is the first cruise line to add a Kuala Lumpur homeport – via Port Klang – for the Genting Dream Cruise trip, which had its maiden departure on July 18 of this year.

A variety of round-trip cruises are available from Port Klang, with fares starting at RM599 per person. These include two-night cruises to Singapore (departing on Thursdays and Saturdays) and three-night cruises to Penang and Singapore (departing on Mondays).

Genting Dream Cruise Packages

These are the Genting Dream Cruise packages to choose from:

Package A – 3D2N

• Departure date: Every Thursday
• Departure/Return time: Departure 08:00pm & Return Arrival 08:00a.m.
• Cruise Route: Port Klang > Singapore > Port Klang

Package B – 3D2N

• Departure date: Every Saturday
• Departure/Return time: Departure 11:30am & Return Arrival 08:00am

Package C – 4D3N

• Departure date: Every Monday
• Departure/Return time: Departure 04:00pm & Return Arrival 10:00am
• Cruise Route: Port Klang > Penang > Singapore > Port Klang

With the Genting Dream Cruise, travellers get to enjoy the ease and fun of a cruise, a hassle-free travel experience that eliminates the need for packing, unpacking, or even changing hotels at each location.

The ship will be your one-stop lodging option for the duration of the cruise, with different types of room options such as Interior Staterooms, Oceanview Staterooms, Balcony, and the luxurious “ship-within-a-ship” private enclave, The Palace, which has its own 24-hour European-style butler service and special amenities.

As part of the cruise package, travellers can take advantage of a number of inclusive amenities on board the ship, such as dining at Dream Dining or The Lido, which provide a wide selection of foreign and Asian dishes while also having a separate area for halal, vegetarian, and Jain cuisine.

Moreover, there is a 24-hour snack bar, incredible international stage productions, movie screenings at the impressive 1,000-seat Zodiac theatre, a water park at sea with a pool and six waterslides, rope courses and zip lines, a rock climbing wall, and additional family-friendly recreational activities.

To protect and provide everyone onboard with peace of mind, all staff members and travellers are required to have had the full Covid-19 vaccination prior to the voyage. Furthermore, one day before departure, cruise passengers will have to do a self-funded pre-cruise Antigen Rapid Test (ART) for Covid-19.

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RESORTS WORLD CRUISES CONFIRMS OVER 40,000 GUEST BOOKINGS UNTIL YEAREND FOR ITS PORT KLANG DEPARTURE IN LESS THAN A MONTH

Genting Dream’s popular 3 Night cruises to Penang and Singapore represents over 50% of the guest bookings departing from Port Klang

Resorts World Cruises’ flagship, the Genting Dream berthing at the Port Klang Cruise Terminal, one of her dual homeports in the region to embark passengers and disembark tourists

KUALA LUMPUR, 24 August 2022 – Resorts World Cruises is pleased to announce with the commencement of the region’s first dual homeport in Singapore and Port Klang since 18 July 2022, Resorts World Cruises has secured over 40,000 confirmed guest bookings until year-end for its Port Klang departure in less than one month of operations. The Genting Dream’s 3-Night round-trip cruises from Port Klang to Penang and Singapore, and 2-Night from Port Klang to Singapore are increasingly becoming popular among many travelers departing from Malaysia, with the 3-Night cruises representing over 50% of its Port Klang departure bookings.

“We are delighted with the overwhelming and positive response from the Malaysian market and are encouraged to see so many Malaysians choosing to cruise with us from Port Klang. With the addition of Port Klang as part of the dual homeport, many Malaysians are already taking advantage of the convenience and easy access to explore cruising vacations on the Genting Dream”, said Mr. Michael Goh, President of Resorts World Cruises. “On behalf of Resorts World Cruises, we would also like to thank the Malaysian government, the respective local authorities and our business and travel partners for their ongoing support in promoting Port Klang as one our homeports for embarkation and also as a destination”, he added.

“Selangor is a beautiful state with so much to offer and Port Klang itself is a strategic homeport that will allow many Malaysians and international travelers to explore cruising as a choice vacation. With Resorts World Cruises taking the lead in choosing Port Klang as one of its homeports, it will continue to play an important role in contributing towards the growth of both the domestic and regional cruise tourism sector”, said Mr. Azrul Shah Bin Mohamad, Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Selangor.

Besides the 3 Night Cruises to Penang and Singapore departing every Monday, travelers embarking from Port Klang can also opt for the 2 Night round-trip cruises to Singapore, which depart every Thursday and Saturday, starting from RM 599 onwards per person subject to terms and conditions. In addition, Resorts World Cruises will also offer one-way cruises, an alternative to air and land travel for the millions of travelers between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.

The Genting Dream, ‘A Resort Cruising at Sea’ provides a variety of exciting offerings that are inclusive as part of the cruise fare and package, which include complimentary all day-dining, featuring a wide-spread of international and Asian cuisine, as well as an all-day favourite snack corner. As the World’s First OIC/SMIIC * Standard Halal-Friendly Cruise Ship, Muslim travelers will have access to certified Halal food and beverages at a dedicated section at The Lido restaurant, which also provides vegetarian and Jain cuisine. Prayer rooms are also available on the ship for the convenience of Muslim guests. Other exciting inclusive offerings also available for guests include the amazing international stage performances and movie screenings at the impressive 1,000 seat capacity Zodiac theatre, a water park at sea with a pool and 6 waterslides, rope courses and ziplines, a rock-climbing wall with more recreational activities for the entire family and so much more.

Resorts World Cruises also offers many choices of onboard accommodation with best-in-class services, featuring Interior Staterooms, Oceanview, Balcony staterooms and the luxury suites, “The Palace” – ‘a ship-within-a ship’ private enclave with exclusive amenities and facilities, including its own 24-hour European style butler service.

Guests cruising with Resorts World Cruises can look forward to a vacation with peace of mind, as the safety and well-being of the guests and crew is the cruise line’s number one priority. To safeguard all on board, all crew and cruising guests are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. With each voyage, guests are also required to undergo a mandatory self-paid pre-cruise Antigen Rapid Test (ART) for COVID-19 at any certified medical practitioner one day before departure.

Log on to www.rwcruises.com or call 1800-814-852 for more information and bookings.

(*Organisation of Islamic Cooperation / The Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries)

Genting Dream Cruise Itineraries Departing from Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang)

3 Night Penang-Singapore Cruise departing Mondays Day 1 (Mon) Kuala Lumpur [Depart 4pm] Day 2 (Tue) Penang [7am – 4pm] Day 3 (Wed) Singapore [1230pm – 8pm] Day 4 (Thu) Kuala Lumpur [Arrive 10am]

2 Night Singapore Cruise departing Thursdays Day 1 (Thu) Kuala Lumpur [Depart 8pm] Day 2 (Fri) Singapore [10am – 8pm] Day 3 (Sat) Kuala Lumpur [Arrive 8am]

2 Night Singapore Cruise departing Saturdays Day 1 (Sat) Kuala Lumpur [Arrive 8am] Day 2 (Sun) Singapore [10am – 8pm] Day 3 (Mon) Kuala Lumpur [8am]

(Itineraries are subject to change.)

About Resorts World Cruises Resorts World Cruises is a newly established Asian luxury and dynamic lifestyle cruise brand that is rich in Asian heritage, offering a personalized cruising lifestyle with diverse international experiences. Resorts World Cruises – ‘Resorts Cruising At Sea’ aims to redefine the cruising experience altogether by providing exciting and unique offerings, a variety of accommodations, including the world-class luxury accommodation, “The Palace” – a luxury ship-within-a ship private enclave with its own exclusive restaurant, sundeck, gym, spa and other facilities, a theme park with multiple attractions, on board entertainment and international performances, retail outlets and luxury boutiques, popular and fine-dining and bars, MICE facilities and more.

Resorts World Cruises is a brand extension of “Resorts World”, a global brand with over 46 properties in 8 countries and 4 continents. Resorts World properties attract over 80 million visitors a year and has over 30,000 employees. The latest property to open is US$ 4.3 billion Resorts World Las Vegas in 2021. Resorts World Cruises debut on 15 June 2022 in Singapore with the operations of the luxurious 3,352 passenger and 150,695 gross ton Genting Dream. With the inception of Resorts World Cruises, the brand aims to position itself as the leading cruise line in the region for Asian sourced markets, providing the highest standards in safety and precautionary measures.

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Offering vacationers exciting round-trip cruises to Penang and Singapore

AS CRUISE travel has recently restarted, you might be wondering: are cruises any fun right now?

While everyone’s idea of fun differs, cruises are still a great time for families, couples and even solo travellers looking for thrills on the high seas.

Resorts World Cruises announced that it is the first cruise line to add a Kuala Lumpur homeport – via Port Klang – for the Genting Dream cruise, which began July 18 this year, in addition to the Singapore homeport which commenced on June 15.

With the dual homeport options, travellers can now choose to embark from Port Klang or Singapore.

Travellers have the option to choose a series of round-trip cruises from Port Klang, including two-night cruises to Singapore (departing on Thursdays and Saturdays), and three-night cruises to Penang and Singapore (departing on Mondays), with prices starting from RM599 onwards per person. Terms and conditions apply.

The dual homeport decision was designed to further cater for the demand of round-trip cruises, targeting the 10 million population residing in central peninsular Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan and Malacca) who live within a short drive of Port Klang, the embarkation port.

With the international gateway that is KL International Airport also located nearby, international travellers will now have greater flexibility in choice of airlines and fares, ensuring they can match their trips to their port of choice with the right amount of transit time in between.

Resorts World Cruises also offered one-way cruises as an alternative to air and land travel for the millions of travellers between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. As such, travel agents now have a wider portfolio to offer for the most popular Malaysia and Singapore holiday packages with one-way and round-trip cruises from either embarkation point too.

“Resorts World Cruises is excited to take the lead for the cruise sector to boost the inbound and outbound tourists for Singapore; and to bring cruising to the ‘doorsteps’ of Malaysians residing in central peninsular Malaysia as they can depart from Port Klang, which is convenient and affordable,” said Resorts World Cruises president Michael Goh.

“As Genting Dream is certified as the world’s first OIC/SMIIC* standard halal-friendly cruise ship, this will appeal to a significant segment of Malaysians and international travellers across the region,” he added.

With the addition of the Port Klang homeport, more vacationers from Malaysia can now go on the Genting Dream for “A Resort Cruising at Sea”. And for those who like to be active on vacation, cruises like the Genting Dream also offer many fun activities on board and at your dream destination at an affordable price.

With Genting Dream, you can discover the convenience and exciting benefits of cruising, a hassle-free travel experience that will no longer require you to pack, unpack or even change hotels at each destination.

The ship will serve as your one-stop accommodation for the entire voyage, featuring interior staterooms, ocean view, balcony staterooms and the luxurious accommodation, The Palace – a “ship-within-a-ship” private enclave with exclusive amenities and facilities, including its own 24-hour European-style butler service.

You can enjoy a variety of inclusive offerings on board the ship as part of your cruise package, including feasting at Dream Dining or The Lido, featuring a wide spread of international and Asian cuisine with a dedicated section for certified halal, vegetarian and jain cuisine.

There’s also an all-day snack corner, amazing international stage performances and movie screenings at the impressive 1,000-seat capacity Zodiac theatre, a water park at sea with a pool and six waterslides, rope courses and ziplines, a rock-climbing wall with more recreational activities for the entire family.

For the voyage, all crew and cruising guests are required to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 to safeguard and provide peace of mind for all onboard. In addition, cruising guests will also have to undergo a self-paid pre-cruise Antigen Rapid Test (ART) for Covid-19 one day before departure.

If you’ve never taken a cruise before, this could be an opportunity to explore one of the most fun cruise experiences out there.

For more information and bookings, cruise on over to www.rwcruises.com for your next vacation .

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• July 8, 2022

Resorts World Cruises announced that it will be the first cruise line to add a Kuala Lumpur homeport (via Port Klang) for the Genting Dream starting July, in addition to the Singapore homeport, which the company started operations from in June.

With the dual homeport options, travelers can now choose to embark from Singapore or Kuala Lumpur. Two-night cruises from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore will depart on Thursdays and Saturdays and three-night cruises from Kuala Lumpur to Penang and Singapore will depart on Mondays.

Departure days from Singapore will remain the same on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays; and from July 22 onwards, Friday cruises will re-introduce the two-night High Seas Weekend Getaway cruises.

The dual homeport was designed to further cater for the demand of round-trip cruises, targeting the 10 million+ population residing in central Peninsular Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan and Malacca), who live within a short drive of Port Klang, the embarkation port. 

Besides that, Resorts World Cruises will also offer one-way cruises that will become an alternative to air and land travel for the millions of travelers between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, including to Penang.

“Resorts World Cruises is excited to take the lead for the cruise sector to boost the in-and-outbound tourists for Singapore; and to bring cruising to the ‘doorsteps’ of Malaysians residing in central Peninsular Malaysia as they can depart from Kuala Lumpur, which is convenient and affordable,” saidMichael Goh, President of Resorts World Cruises. “As Genting Dream is certified as the World’s

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Genting dream port klang shore excursion to kuala lumpur.

The first stop of the 6 Day 5 Night cruise on Resorts World Cruises’ Genting Dream is Port Klang for Kuala Lumpur. Shore excursions are available by Resorts World Cruises to explore the different ports of calls on destination cruises. For this trip, I had the privilege to try out a shore excursion to Kuala Lumpur arranged by Resorts World Cruises.

Genting Dream Port Klang Shore Excursions

Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT)

The Genting Dream arrived at Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT) at about 8am on Monday after departing from Singapore at about 8pm. Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT) was formerly known as Boustead Cruise Centre.

Immigration is conducted on board in a separate office without the need for passengers to be physically present.

Genting Dream Silk Road Chinese Restaurant Meeting Point

For passengers who have booked shore excursions, the meeting point for Port Klang Shore excursions was at Silk Road restaurant. However, check on your day of departure on the meeting point as this may be changed depending on the crowd.

A sticker is provided to identify passengers based on buses. Stick it on your shirt visible to staff along the way out and throughout the shore excursion.

The restaurant doubles up as a waiting area for disembarking passengers on shore excursions.

Heading down the gangway to Port Klang.

There is about a 3 minute walk up the pier from Genting Dream to the cruise terminal building.

Looking back at Genting Dream from Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT).

Buses for shore excursions are standing by at the bus bay outside the arrival hall of Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT).

A tour guide is assigned to each bus to provide commentaries and to shepherd the group throughout the shore excursion.

Departing from Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT).

The first stop of the shore excursion was Batu Caves. Batu Caves is a series of caves and cave temples in Gombak, taking its name from the Malay word batu which means “rock”.

The stop at Batu Caves was about half an hour which is about just enough time to admire Batu Caves and the 272 steps up from below, but not enough to climb it and descend in time.

Souvenir stalls are available at the foot of Batu Caves towards the car park for some local shopping.

The next stop on the shore excursion was Chinatown.

Petaling Street

The Chinatown visit started with a walk through Petaling Street after the bus dropped us off at Pasar Seni LRT Station.

Petaling Street is popular for shopping and haggling. Most if not all the goods, however, are counterfeit.

There are some popular drinks and snacks stalls along Petaling Street such as Soya Bean, Air Mata Kucing (Longan drink), and Machi.

Kwai Chai Hong 鬼仔巷

The next highlight of Chinatown was Kwai Chai Hong.

Kwai Chai Hong translates to Little Ghost Lane owing to its past. It is currently filled with mural arts as a tourist attraction behind the shophouses.

Crossing the red bridge to the back alley.

The murals of Kwai Chai Hong at the back alley.

Remnants of the past can be seen with a ventilation gap for the toilet along with a patched-up hole used for the night-soil bucket system.

Following the walking through Chinatown, there was a brief morning tea stop at Kafei Dian.

Most of the group purchased coffee for the morning here at Kafei Dian.

There is a big seating area in Kafei Dian but there was not much time to sit down to enjoy as it was on to the next destination in the itinerary.

PETRONAS Twin Towers (KLCC)

The noon stop was at PETRONAS Twin Towers (KLCC) for lunch and shopping.

Lunch was arranged by Resorts World Cruises for our group at Madam Kwan’s.

Nasi Bojari was served for lunch. This consisted of an interesting red-yellow-white rice similar to Nasi Lemak with chicken, beef rendang, and assam prawns, along with half a boiled egg, and is Madam Kwan’s signature dish.

Following lunch, there was a bit of time for free and easy shopping and to take photos of the PETRONAS Twin Towers on the outside.

Klang KM 0 Monument

Following the visit to Kuala Lumpur, the bus drove past the Klang KM 0 Monument.

The Klang KM 0 Monument is located outside the post office in front of Klang Railway Station , and is the starting distance measurement for Federal Road Route 5 from Klang to Sabak Bernam, and Klang to Sepang.

Passing by Klang Railway Station .

Regent Layered Cake Shop

The last stop on the itinerary was at Regent Layered Cake Shop for some local products shopping and to sample the famous Pandan Layer Cake.

Regent Layered Cake Shop is located adjacent to Klang Railway Station ‘s multi-storey car park.

A variety of cakes are available at Regent Layered Cake Shop including the famous Pandan Layer Cake, but also other flavours like yam, corn, or chocolate.

Cakes are freshly cut and packed in store for quick sales. The 2 most popular flavours are pandan and yam, and a mixed variety is also available as a single cake.

Aside from the famous Pandan Layer Cake, Regent Layered Cake Shop is also famous for their pineapple tarts as recommended by the tour guide.

The crowd of customers waiting to make payment at Regent Layered Cake Shop.

Do note that the cakes can only be stored for 3 days. While this isn’t a problem if visiting Kuala Lumpur by land or air ona  short trip, do factor in the travel time if you are on board a long cruise and Port Klang isn’t your last stop.

Back to Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT)

Heading back to Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT) in good time for departure.

The Genting Dream as seen from the bus on approach to Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT).

From here, re-boarding the Genting Dream was fuss-free as immigration is conducted on board in a separate office without the need for passengers to be physically present.

The Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves & Klang Bespoke Journey customised tour by Resorts World Cruises was a good way to maximise the port time at Port Klang for a full day out to Kuala Lumpur. With a destination cruise, holidays can now be combined with the mode of transport as the resort, offering the best of a floating resort as the destination, along with a port of call to visit.

This cruise was kindly sponsored by Resorts World Cruises.

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Resorts World Cruises adds Kuala Lumpur home port for Genting Dream cruise liner

SINGAPORE - Cruise-goers can now choose to depart either from Singapore or Kuala Lumpur, as Resorts World Cruises becomes the first cruise line to add a Kuala Lumpur home port, for its ship Genting Dream, from July 18.

The new addition comes after the home port in Singapore resumed operations on June 15, the company said on Friday (July 8).

The dual home port is designed to cater to the needs of the 10 million people in central Peninsular Malaysia, who live within a short distance of Port Klang, the embarkation port in Kuala Lumpur.

Mr Michael Goh, the president of Resorts World Cruises, said: "Resorts World Cruises is excited to take the lead for the cruise sector to increase in-and-outbound tourist numbers for Singapore; and to bring cruising to the 'doorsteps' of Malaysians residing in central Peninsular Malaysia as they can depart from Kuala Lumpur, which is convenient and affordable."

The cruise line will be offering two- and three-night cruises, starting at $230 and $330.

Travellers from Singapore will be able to depart on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

From July 22, the two-night High Seas Weekend Getaway cruises departing on Fridays will be reintroduced.

After almost two years of "cruises to nowhere" due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the cruise sector is properly resuming operations again.

Singapore had ceased port calls for cruise ships since March 2020.

Genting Dream is also the first OIC/SMIIC (Organisation of Islamic Cooperation/Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries) standard halal-friendly cruise ship in the world, aiming to appeal to a significant segment of Malaysian and international travellers.

Along with inclusive offerings on board, there will also be dining at the Dream Dining restaurant and a wide spread of international and Asian cuisine, with a dedicated section for certified halal, vegetarian and Jain cuisine at The Lido restaurant.

An all-day snack corner will also be available.

For entertainment purposes, the cruise liner offers international stage performances and movie screenings at the Zodiac theatre, which can accommodate 1,000 people.

There will also be offerings for those who wish to participate in water activities and recreational options for families.

All crew and guests are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Guests will also have to undergo a self-paid pre-cruise antigen rapid test one day before departure.

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A First-Timer’s Guide To The Resorts World Cruises (Cruise To KL)

Syahirah Mazlan  •  Feb 03, 2023

So you want to go on a cruise but you’re not sure where to start. That was me too before I was given the chance to embark on the most thrilling adventure I’ve ever had in my life! Early in January, I went on a cruise by Resorts World Cruises (RWC for short) from Singapore to KL (Port Klang). It was the first time I had ever been on a cruise in my life so naturally I was nervous but still very excited and grateful for this opportunity. From a novice cruise go-er to another, this is everything that you can expect on RWC’s Genting Dream cruise! ?

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1. Arrive at the cruise terminal early

If there’s one important thing a cruise go-er should take note of, it's what time to arrive at the cruise terminal. The booking information states that the cruise will leave Marina Bay Cruise Centre at 8PM (SGT) but that doesn’t mean you should arrive in the late evening! The cruise can carry more than 3,000 passengers so you can expect a crowd during the check-in process. ?

The ship follows a standard disembarkation schedule on most of their journeys so our tip for your first time on a cruise is to arrive about four to five hours ahead of time (at around 4PM) and stay calm despite the crowd. It may get pretty overwhelming! ? The earlier you arrive, the more time you’ll get to spend on the cruise (more on this later)!

Guests are highly recommended to check-in online - this is to ensure that your personal details are updated correctly to avoid extra waiting time. Once you’ve checked-in, you’ll be given a cabin card attached to a lanyard. You must keep it on you at all times! Not only does it give you access to your cabin, but the card is the only way for you to make purchases, or dine when on the ship. ?

P.S. Do take note that there is a baggage check at the cruise terminal. No sharp objects and wet foods (eg. sandwiches, breads, cakes etc.) are allowed onto the ship. So if you’re planning to bring food, we’d suggest biscuits, cup noodles or any other dry snacks!

2. Take your time exploring the ship's entertainment and facilities

The reason why we’d strongly recommend you arrive early (especially on your first cruise) is because the RWC Genting Dream is HUGE! ? There’s so many things to do once you’re onboard - you can go golfing, play bingo, watch day time entertainment, go swimming, and much more. We even got to see actress and singer Janna Nick perform live!

P.S. There’s even Duty-free shopping! Shopper-holics can’t miss it because there are always promotions and sales on their luxury goods including brands like (Moschino, Calvin Klein, Guess etc.). ?️

Something that I personally loved was the ice cream shop also known as Galetaria located on Deck 6 MID! We have confirmed with the staff that the ice creams are made with halal-certified ingredients and there are no alcohol or pork products in them. ?If you’re someone who loves relaxing and chilling out , be sure to check out their spa! You can enjoy massages in their specially designed and scented massage parlours. 

3. You’ll have to pay for Wi-Fi

Yes, you’ll have to pay for Wi-Fi onboard the cruise! Depending on how long you’ll be on the cruise (3D2N or 5D4N), you can purchase Wi-Fi from SGD9/per person. I would suggest not relying too much on your phone during the cruise because the Wi-Fi connection isn’t very strong. ? Although I wasn’t able to use my phone much, I realised I was able to enjoy my time on board without being glued to my social media pages. If you’re planning to do the same, I’d suggest explaining it to your friends and family ahead of time so they won’t get worried!

4. Familiarise yourself with the terms/words used on the ship

When we say the ship is huge, what we really mean is – It’s HUMONGOUS! ? There are three main sections you’ll have to remember when visiting certain parts of the ship, the FORWARD, MID and AFT which can tell you how forward or back you are in the ship. When asking for directions, you’ll hear words like “Deck 8 FORWARD” or “Deck 6 AFT”. Don’t panic if you still don’t get it, simply walk towards any of the lift lobbies on the floor you’re on and refer to the directory. The lift lobbies should indicate whether you’re on the FORWARD, MID or AFT of the ship. “Deck” simply refers to the floor/level. 

5. Don’t worry about feeling sick

Motion sickness can be a real pain for those who are prone to it but hear me out! The ship doesn’t rock as violently as you’d think it does. ? In fact, you’ll barely feel any movement! The only times you might actually feel any vibrations is when the ship is making sharp turns (you’ll actually feel like you’re leaning to one side!) or when the ship is cruising (moving at full speed). 

If you're worried about falling sick or getting unexpected injuries while onboard, you’ll be relieved to know that there’s a 24-hour clinic and doctor on standby! So, you can keep your bulky first aid kit at home and bring only the necessities on this trip, afterall, the first aid kit might not even make it past the immigration at the cruise terminal. ? 

6. Spacious rooms

Any traveller can tell you exactly what they’d expect in a hotel room. RWC’s standard cabins are just like those hotel rooms you might be familiar with except you get a spectacular view of the ocean too! ? Depending on the room you booked, you’ll be getting a balcony with two beach chairs to recline and enjoy the sea breeze. You can watch movies on the TV in the room or turn on the live footage from the ship’s FORWARD and see exactly what the Captains are seeing at sea. You might even get a glimpse of the port when the ship docks.

There’s plenty of room to move around and perform your prayers. You should bring a compass or download an application that tells you the direction of the qibla as there are no ceiling stickers that indicate the direction. The ship is always moving anyway, so the qibla directions are always changing!

7. Bring a portable bidet

Every Muslim traveller needs one - a portable bidet! The bathrooms and toilets on board don’t have bidets. ? I brought one from home because it’s a habit and a must-bring travel item (I shudder to think of a life without it!). You should carry it with you while exploring the ship as there are no bidets available!

P.S. You can find portable bidets on Shopee or from Takva.co . #NotSponsored

8. Halal food is available

You won’t have to worry about halal food on the RWC cruise! If there’s a restaurant or eatery you want to try onboard that does not cater halal food, you can request upon booking so that the chefs can prepare them for you. RWC takes their halal food very seriously – halal and non-halal meals are prepared in separate kitchens that are located far from each other (there’s even ‘halal lifts’ meant for transporting halal ingredients and goods to the restaurant). ? 

I was able to speak with the chefs responsible for cooking halal meals and they told me that guests simply have to request upon booking their ticket for halal meals. The chefs will thoroughly clean (the Islamic way) and prepare halal meals with separate plates and utensils just for you! ? Breakfast and dinner is served at Lido Restaurant which offers a halal international buffet spread - there’s even vegetarian options too.

#HHWTip: Bring along your cabin card when dining. The staff will need to scan your card before allowing you to take a seat. Additionally, you’ll want to arrive early for breakfast as the queues can get VERY long! We’d recommend going a little before 7AM (SGT). Any later and you’ll have to get in line for the ONLY (halal) breakfast restaurant on the ship! 

9. Take note of time zones

Here’s something that nobody will tell you (unless you ask) – this cruise follows Singapore time throughout the ENTIRE JOURNEY! ? If you’re wondering why this fact matters, it’s because the ship actually travels from Singapore down to the waters of Indonesia before going back up to the Malaysian Strait. It is a 3D2N cruise from Singapore to KL (Port Klang) after all, so the journey down to Indonesia will fill in the hours before we arrive in Malaysia.

P.S. Singapore is located between Malaysia and Indonesia! Fun fact: Malaysia and Indonesia share a strait!

When the ship passes by Indonesia, the time will be 1 hour behind Singapore time. This is especially important when you’re waking up for breakfast on the trip back. The ship will travel from KL down to Indonesia and back up to Singapore. During the journey back to Singapore, you’ll wake up for breakfast when the ship is in Indonesian waters which can be confusing because of the time zone. You might feel like you woke up early for breakfast until you see the long queue ? (because the time is 1 hour behind). 

#HHWTip: The ship follows SGT throughout so make sure you set your phone or electronic device to Singapore time (SGT) so that the time zone will not affect your perception of time and schedule on board!

10. You can go on a shore excursion

All your time doesn’t necessarily have to be spent on board the cruise ship! You can sign up for shore excursions or simply known as ShorEx. Depending on your physical capabilities, you can choose from a list of a whole pre-planned excursion. If you’re travelling from Singapore to KL, the activities will be in KL and vice versa (the ship goes both ways). ?

From RM70++, you can go shopping, scuba diving, and more with a tour guide who will share historical facts about the country/destination! Do take note that it's a full-day trip from 11AM to 6PM.

11. It’s a family-friendly cruise

From halal food, to non-stop entertainment and even a 24 hour medical centre, there’s no doubt that RWC has a very family-friendly atmosphere! ? There’s even a kids club called Little Dreamers Club  that you can drop your kids off at while you have your very own fun. You can also get family rooms of up to 4 people per room. The staff are very friendly and will help you with wheelchairs, strollers and much more. All you have to do is ask!

12. Have fun!

It’s your first time on a cruise! You should enjoy yourself as much as you can. ? Take your time to explore the facilities and attractions, it’s a refreshing experience from the typical airplane journeys we often take. Don’t be shy or afraid to ask for help when you need some - the staff are very courteous and friendly! 

If you’re planning on experiencing a cruise for yourself, be sure to check out all their exciting deals and destinations . Take your friends and family on a trip across the seas! Maybe you’ll like it even better than flying? ✨ ?

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Resorts World Cruises unveils Genting Dream's new season from Singapore

Resorts World Cruises has set sail for a new season aboard Genting Dream , unveiling itineraries departing from homeport Singapore between May 5, 2024, and April 13, 2025.

Ex-Singapore season 2024-2025 introduces a revised schedule, optimizing embarkation convenience with 3 departures weekly.

Travelers can select from various itineraries, including the 2-night Weekend Getaway (departing every Friday), the 2-night Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang) Cruises (every Sunday) and the 3-night Phuket Cruises or Penang -Kuala Lumpur Cruises (every alternate Tuesday).

Arrival and departure times at each destination port are strategically scheduled, providing guests with ample opportunities to explore local attractions and activities.

Additionally, voyages from Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang) are available every fortnight, featuring the 3-night Singapore-Penang Cruises (departing Mondays) and the 4-night Singapore Cruises (departing Thursdays).

Facilitating easy access for vacationers to visit two of Malaysia's renowned destinations – Kuala Lumpur and Penang – Resorts World Cruises offers regular weekly cruises from Singapore to Malaysia. Malaysia, known for its cultural diversity and culinary delights, serves as an ideal destination with vibrant festivals, rich traditions, untouched nature, and a blend of modern and historical architecture. Genting Dream's new arrival and departure timings at Penang and Phuket further enhance the shore excursion experience for island enthusiasts.

Genting Dream cruise packages encompass enticing benefits, including complimentary dining options with certified Halal and Vegetarian cuisine, access to selected onboard recreational activities, world-class live performances, and a diverse selection of accommodations. These accommodations range from Interior Staterooms and Oceanview to Balcony staterooms. Notably, "The Palace," a private all-suite enclave with exclusive amenities like a restaurant, sundeck, gym, and 24-hour European-style butler service, provides an elevated luxury experience.

Branded as 'A Resort Cruising at Sea,' Resorts World Cruises ensures an adventure commencing the moment guests step foot on the Genting Dream. The ship offers a world of comfort and luxury, featuring 35 restaurants and bars across 18 decks, international stage performances at the Zodiac theatre, a water park with a pool and thrilling waterslides, rope courses, ziplines, a rock-climbing wall, Zouk Beach Club for outdoor day and night parties, shopping, gyms, spas, and more.