SOUTH EAST ASIAN CRUISES

 Superstar Virgo

This is a great cruising experience. The Superstar Virgo is a great experience for people who want a big cruise ship that provides all the comforts of a floating hotel on a south east Asian cruise, with accommodation near everything you need on board.  One of the popular routes is the round trip from Singapore that takes in favourite holidays destinations including Langkawi and Phuket.

Accommodation aboard the Virgo cruise ship

The Virgo cruise ship can take 1,960 passengers in nearly a thousand cabins.  On board, east meets west with an Italian restaurant, lap pools and gym and relaxing bars including the pretty bar with stars in the ceiling at the top of the ship.

The western features are fused smoothly with the Oriental touch of Asian restaurants, bright colours and eastern statues that seem to all work perfectly together.

Sailing out of Singapore harbour in south east Asia is a lasting memory as you look around at all manner of vessel from all around the world, sailing out to sea near accommodation that dominates the Singapore skyline.

The Virgo cruise through south east Asia from Singapore takes in two exotic island destinations that are fantastic.  The first cruise stop is Langkawi with its white beaches, ubiquitous palm trees and traditional Malaysian island culture blended with new resorts. Take the time to visit some of the newer 5 star resorts right on the beach in Langkawi.

Cruising couple aboard the cruise ship Virgo

The other well-known destination is Phuket, now fully recovered from the tsunami that badly affected tourism along the popular Patong beach three years ago.  Accommodation near Patong beach is now back to normal.

You’ll find some of the whitest sand in sotuh east Asia on these beaches along with some of south east Asia’s finest resorts.   Because Phuket is in Thailand, it’s a different culture – you’ll find the day time markets running away from Patong beach become cheap neon bars at night frequented by locals trying to entice you into a sleazy sex show.   Fortunately you’re back on the Virgo by this time with your shopping bargains and peace of mind intact.

At reception on the Superstar Virgo cruise ship, it’s like walking into five star hotel accommodation with plush furnishings everywhere and lifts taking you anywhere you want to go on the 13 decks of luxury cruise ship.

The atrium you’ll notice as you walk on board has a courtyard design, with an eye-catching stained glass ceiling and fountains. Then it’s upstairs to the main gathering areas including cinema, restaurants, shops, the Bellini champagne bar and the Lido theatre.

On the cruise ship pool deck, you’ll find three pools that keep everyone happy; the pool for adults to unwind with no children under 12 allowed, the kids’ pool with its Neptune waterslide that keeps them occupied for hours, and the little kids’ wading pool.

Photo of South East Asian cruise ship pool

The food on the Virgo cruise is as good if not better than many restaurants back at home. The buffet selection is included in the price with variety and freshness ensuring passengers are happy.  If you want something different and a little more intimate on your voyage through south east Asia, you pay a little more to go to the Italian Trattoria or the world’s first floating Indian restaurant.

Restaurants range from the 550 seat Bella Vista dining room with its buffet, to the Japanese restaurant called Tatami that features seats on the floor and sliding screens.  There’s also Cafe Gelato on deck 12 for ice creams, ice chocolate or pure fresh juices.  And above on deck 13, you can get open-air snacks at Taverna with its nautical themes including sails and wooden barrels.  Or try the biggest jugs of beer you’ve ever seen!

A good tip when embarking a cruise ship journey is to arrive early and go straight to the main restaurant, so you can be eating your five course meal while others are lining up and trying to get on board.  It's all right near your accommodation on board.

Photo of Cruise Ship Restaurant

Unlike north American cruises, tipping is discouraged on the Virgo cruise liner and other Star Cruises in south east Asia, so you’ll get good value for your money on board, especially with the strong dollar (and British pound) against the Singapore dollar.  A good bottle of wine will cost you $20 and beers start at $3.

For the frazzled adults who want a break, there’s a childcare centre on board with activities that will occupy your little treasures for hours, and an hourly rate to use it.

Photos of cruise ship cabin accommodation

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