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Taps Kuala Lumpur's growing role as top regional air hub with fly-cruise options, boosting Southeast Asia's cruise industry and providing more flexibility for guests in the region.
Hong Kong – Star Cruises announced SuperStar Libra‘s latest deployment from 3 September onwards with triple homeports in Kuala Lumpur via Port Klang and Penang in Malaysia, as well as in Phuket, Thailand, with two cruises per week, including the 3-nights Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang)/Phuket/Penang cruise or the 4-nights Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang)/Langkawi/Phuket/Penang cruise. With the introduction of Star Cruises’ multiple homeports and fly-cruise options, guests in Southeast Asia as well as the region will now have more flexibility and easy access to take a cruise with SuperStar Libra from any of these three well-connected key cities, especially Kuala Lumpur, which is now a major aviation hub in Asia.
“We are extremely delighted with SuperStar Libra’s new deployment in Kuala Lumpur, together with Penang and Phuket,” said Mr. Ang Moo Lim, President of Star Cruises. “Star Cruises is optimistic this will grow our source markets in Southeast Asia, allowing guests more access to multiple homeports and concurrently developing and stimulating the growth of the cruise tourism sector across borders through fly-cruise options.”
Penang (Malaysia): An existing homeport for SuperStar Libra, Penang is a melting pot of cultures, rich with colonial architectures, ancient places of worship, beautiful tropical flora and fauna with an exciting and legendary culinary selection that is unique to Penang
Throughout Star Cruises’ outstanding long history and strong connection with Malaysia and Thailand, Star Cruises had pioneered the cruising industry in the region for over 24 years and will continue to do so, bringing in millions of tourists and tourism dollars, growing both the local cruise tourism and international/inbound travel via the fly-cruise travel market.
With Penang previously as the only homeport for SuperStar Libra in Malaysia, domestic travellers nationwide and international passengers can now celebrate with more options to either embark from the historically rich culture city of Penang or the modern bustling city of Kuala Lumpur via its new main homeport in Port Klang, Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur remains one the key gateway to Malaysia and also the Southeast Asian region with an expected targeted inbound tourism of over 30 million in 2017. In Thailand, Phuket is also a renowned destination for many international tourists and Star Cruises is now opening up options for travellers from the island, both domestic and from the fly-cruise travel to hop a cruise with SuperStar Libra.
Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia): Discover the bustling Malaysian capital that uniquely blends traditional and modern, rich with historic monuments and soaring skyscrapers with a diverse Asian culinary experience. In September, guests can take a cruise from Kuala Lumpur and embark on SuperStar Libra via Port Klang
During SuperStar Libra’s triple homeport deployment in Malaysia and Thailand, guests of all ages, including families, can look forward to many exciting activities on board the 10-storey cruise ship. Star Cruises remains passionate and committed in offering the best cruise experience with a free and easy cruising holiday concept, accentuated by world-class service with a familiar touch of Asian hospitality.
The 42,285-tonne SuperStar Libra offers extensive onboard programs to guests, including live international performances, shopping at luxury retailers and duty-free shops, taking part in various sports and recreational activities, relaxing at the spas, swimming pools and jacuzzis, as well as a wide range of shore excursions at various popular destinations. Besides that, SuperStar Libra also offers a wide range of onboard accommodations to suit diverse needs and budget from the spacious cabins of the Executive Suites with their own personal living room space to the amazing sea view of Oceanview Staterooms and more.
Phuket (Thailand): Thailand’s biggest and most popular island welcomes sun-worshipers from all over the world to enjoy its beautiful beaches, tropical beauty and exotic culture. Travellers will also have the option to take a cruise with Star Cruises and embark from Phuket from September onwards
Itinerary of SuperStar Libra Deployment from 3 September 2017 onwards
|
Day |
Destination |
Arrival |
Departure |
|
Sunday |
Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang) |
0700 |
1600 |
|
Monday |
Phuket |
1500 (1400) |
– |
|
Tuesday |
Phuket |
– |
0100 (0001) |
|
Penang |
1500 |
2300 |
|
|
Wednesday |
Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang) |
1300 |
2200 |
|
Thursday |
Langkawi |
1500 |
2200 |
|
Friday |
Phuket |
0800 (0700) |
1900 (1800) |
|
Saturday |
Penang |
0900 |
1700 |
|
Sunday |
Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang) |
0700 |
1600 |
( ) local time indicated in brackets
Photo caption: Langkawi (Malaysia): The island of myths and legends has come into its own as a world-class holiday destination with its pristine beaches, magical islands, mysterious mangroves and colourful cultures
Vicky is the co-founder of TravelDailyNews Media Network where she is the Editor-in Chief. She is also responsible for the daily operation and the financial policy. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Tourism Business Administration from the Technical University of Athens and a Master in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Wales. She has many years of both academic and industrial experience within the travel industry. She has written/edited numerous articles in various tourism magazines.
