The five-star line behind Halong Bay’s most remarkable cruise experiences, Ambassador Cruise, has clinched two national records due to ‘Ambassador Cruise II’ vessel’s huge capacity and compelling entertainment set-up. The Vietnam Record Association recently announced Ambassador Cruise II, which hosts lavish day and dinner cruises of Halong Bay and has a 600-guest capacity, has been recognised in the Vietnam Book of Records as the country’s “highest capacity” cruise ship. Anchored by a singer and dramatic light show, to a backdrop of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed bay’s silhouetted limestone karsts, Ambassador Cruise II’s 1.5-hour evening “mini-show” “Love in the Bay” on the dinner cruise took out the second national record. Love in The Bay features performances by renowned Vietnamese singers Phuong Thanh, Luong Bich Huu and Vicky Nhung. Since its debut in February 2023, Ambassador Cruise II, which offers both a luxurious eight-hour day cruise followed by an exquisite four-hour dinner cruise, has welcomed hundreds of thousands of guests. Elegantly designed, Ambassador Cruise II features spacious sundecks across two floors that total 324sqm and 250sqm, affording 360-degree vistas of Halong Bay and its myriad limestone karsts. Two restaurants, two bars, an entertainment area for live music, and the large open-air jacuzzi are among the vessel’s top-notch facilities. The five-metre glass bridge jutting from the vessel’s bow inspires compelling photographs. The 500-ton five-floor steel craft with a basement measures 90 meters long, 16 meters wide and 19 meters high, making it the largest and most luxurious ship to ever ply Halong Bay’s waters with a total of 10,000sqm of lettable space. Ambassador Cruise is the only Halong Bay cruise line to include an elevator system for the elderly and people with disabilities. The Ambassador Cruise II’s daytime voyage, known as ‘Ambassador Day Cruise’, takes passengers on a sublime journey through the UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its plethora of limestone karsts dotting its emerald waters. The itinerary includes exploration of Sung Sot Cave and swimming off Titov Island, whose scalable heights offer panoramic views of the bay. After a premium buffet lunch onboard, passengers take in Luon Cave by either kayak or in a bamboo boat rowed by a local followed by a cooking class and live band on the ship. Designed for travellers who cannot squeeze an overnight trip to Halong Bay into their schedules, the itinerary covers the same ground as an overnight cruise within a shorter time frame. By night, Ambassador Cruise II transforms into the ‘Ambassador Dinner Cruise’. A first for the bay, the cruise is underpinned by premium dining and live entertainment. To a backdrop of Halong Bay’s awe-inspiring sunset, guests indulge a delectable meal of Asian and European delicacies accompanied by a cabaret show, performances by Vietnamese singers and a live band. The Asia Hospitality Awards also recognised the Ambassador Dinner Cruise as “Asia’s Finest Dinner Cruise”. “For our independent luxury boutique cruise line to land not one but two national records is a remarkable achievement,” said Nguyen Cao Son, chairman of Asia Premier Cruises (APC) Corporation, which owns Ambassador Cruise. “Ambassador Cruise II has been a game changer for Halong Bay and beyond, and a tourism bonanza for Vietnam’s Quang Ninh province, contributing significant traffic to Halong International Cruise Port.” Since launching its first vessel in 2021, Ambassador Cruise has made a name for itself as the leading luxury cruise operator on Halong Bay. Its vessels include Ambassador I, Ambassador II, Ambassador Signature and Lavoya Boutique Day Cruise. Guests choose from a variety of journeys including overnight cruises of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay. Ambassador Cruise has also launched a “Dining Under the Stars” concept. APC Corporation last month launched a spectacular cave dining experience at Dragon Pearl Cave, a 30-minute drive from Halong City. For more information about Ambassador Cruise II and APC Corporation, please visit www.ambassadorcruise.com.

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Leading boutique cruise operator Ambassador Cruise has launched a “One Adventure – Two Wonders” experience that plies the limestone karst-studded waters of Vietnam’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed bays Halong and Lan Ha. The three-day, two-night cruise “combines the best of both worlds; two awe-inspiring seascapes, in the northern reaches of the Gulf of Tonkin, each alluring and remarkable in their own way,” said Nguyen Cao Son, founder of Asia Premier Cruises Corporation, which owns Ambassador Cruise. On the first day of the cruise, passengers board Ambassador Cruise 1, the largest and most luxurious vessel in Halong Bay, featuring 46 cabins with a private balcony or terrace, twin 360-degree sundecks, a restaurant, plush piano lounge, bars, an open-air Jacuzzi pool, and a spa. Highlights of the itinerary’s first day include a buffet lunch with views of Halong Bay’s limestone islets, experiencing Luon Cave’s compelling lake on a bamboo boat or kayak, and the chef’s special dinner at the vessel’s restaurant. Passengers also visit Titov Island, famous for its crescent moon-shaped beach and, at the island’s peak, 360-degree views of Halong Bay. The following day, guests explore Sung Sot Cave, Halong Bay’s largest and most impressive cave with incredible stalactites before disembarking at Halong International Cruise Port to visit iconic landmark Quang Ninh Museum and other historical sites such as Dong Pagoda. Showcasing archaeological artifacts from prehistoric times to the modern era, the museum is also home to Vietnam’s biggest whale skeleton. Passengers then set sail on the relatively uncharted waters of Lan Ha Bay that afternoon and evening aboard Ambassador Signature Cruise before returning to Halong International cruise Port by speedboat on the third day. Unprecedented for Lan Ha Bay, Ambassador Signature Cruise offers 39 cabins with a private balcony or terrace, a spacious sundeck, restaurant, piano lounge, bars, spa, and a water slide that takes guests to the bay’s emerald sea. A delectable lunch and premium Michelin-standard dinner menu are served at the vessel’s restaurant. Another highlight of the second day of the itinerary is a visit to Viet Hai, a traditional floating fishing village, which showcases the daily lives of locals. Day three of the cruise includes a visit to and a tour through Light and Dark Cave by bamboo boat or kayak. The cave features impressive stalactites and leads to a peaceful lake surrounded by towering limestone cliffs. Guests have the option of starting the second and third days of the cruise with a tai chi session on the sundeck before a light breakfast is served in the piano bar and a full breakfast at the restaurant. Happy Hour drinks and canapes, live music, spa treatments, and squid fishing are also on offer during the cruise. “Why make the difficult choice of choosing between cruising Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay when you can experience both?” said Cao Son. “We have a lot of people ask which bay is better to cruise when they reach out to book with us and so our answer is now: ‘One Adventure – Two Wonders’.” Although it retains all the majesty of its superstar neighbor Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay sees a fraction of the traffic. The two seascapes are virtually interchangeable, but the lack of tourist boats gives Lan Ha Bay a more isolated appeal. Since launching its first vessel in 2021, Ambassador Cruise has made a name for itself as the leading luxury cruise operator on Halong Bay. It now operates three vessels; Ambassador I, Ambassador II and Ambassador Signature. Guests choose from a variety of journeys including overnight cruises, day cruises, and dinner cruises. For more information about Ambassador Cruise or to make a booking, visit ambassadorcruise.com, email info@ambassadorcruise.com or call +84 1900 3045.

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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 57-year history of breaking boundaries, launches over 24 new port-intensive cruises across Asia, for a total of 85 Asia Pacific voyages from September 2024 through March 2026 on new-to-the-region ships – Norwegian Spirit, Sun and Sky. For the first time in its history, NCL will deploy the most ships in this part of the world for an extended season of bucket-list-worthy voyages from 15 departure ports, including Auckland, New Zealand; Bali, (Benoa) Indonesia; Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand; Manila, Phillippines; Papeete (Tahiti), French Polynesia; Seoul (Incheon), South Korea; Singapore; Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan; Tokyo and Yokohama, Japan; Vancouver, Canada; Sydney, Melbourne and for the first time, Cairns, Australia, and Lautoka, Fiji. This will also mark NCL’s first Northern Hemisphere summer cruises in Asia, offering guests more choices to discover the diverse scenery, culture and culinary delights of the region. Asia is of growing interest among Southeast Asian travellers, with Japan being the most popular travel destination[1]. Among Southeast Asian destinations, Thailand emerged as the top destination, followed by Indonesia and Malaysia. With the Asia-Pacific region set to be the primary driver of travel growth, up 20% over 2023[2], NCL is living up to its commitment to deliver immersive port-rich itineraries to the world’s most sought-after destinations. These new nine-to-19-day voyages offer guests an average of 10 hours in port to over 60 dream locations, including NCL-first calls to Albany, Busselton, Fremantle, Port Douglas and Townsville, Australia; Matsuyama and Niigata, Japan; Aitutaki in the Cook Islands; and Suva, Fiji. Spanning 18 months, this season will also feature 36 overnight port stays in Asia Pacific to 11 unique places. Some of the highlights include Osaka, Japan, where guests can explore over 1,600 temples and fascinating heritage; Himeji, Japan, home to Himeji Castle, the iconic UNESCO World Heritage site; and Tokushima, Japan, where guests can savour a wide variety of culinary specialties, as well learn about the town’s deep history and culture, and even visit the Tatsue-ji Temple. Other overnight calls include Hong Kong, Asia’s culinary capital where ancient traditions blend with modern marvels; and Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand, home to splendid golden temples and palaces, including the revered Temple of the Emerald Buddha and the opulent Royal Palace. Additionally, for the first time, NCL will overnight in Bali and the idyllic island of Lembark (Lombok), Indonesia. “In response to the strong demand for Asia as a destination, we are thrilled to launch 24 new immersive itineraries, as part of our most extensive Asia offering to date. Demonstrating our ongoing commitment to the region as both a destination and source market, NCL is now offering 85 Asia Pacific voyages from September 2024 through March 2026 across three ships and fifteen departure ports, including Bali, Papeete, Tokyo and Singapore,” said Ben Angell, Vice President, and Managing Director, Norwegian Cruise Line APAC. Norwegian Spirit will debut in Asia on 26 May 2024 for a 10-day Japan cruise departing from Tokyo. Then, in the spring, she will return for a season of nine-to-15-day voyages to Japan and Southeast Asia, from 22 September 2024 through 17 November 2025, exploring both well-known and off-the-beaten-path cities that invite a deeper exploration and truly come alive after dark, such as Himeji, Osaka, Tokyo and Tokushima, Japan; Hong Kong, Incheon, South Korea; Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan; and Bangkok (Laem Chabang) in Thailand. From December 2025 to March 2026, she will return to offer a series of 11-to14-day journeys to-and-beween Australia and New Zealand. This December, Norwegian Sun will make her Australian debut, arriving in Brisbane and Melbourne on 18 and 21 December 2024, following a leisurely 18-day French Polynesia and South Pacific sailing, which departs Papeete on 3 December and visits eight ports. She will sail a section of 12-to-15-day voyages between Australia and New Zealand, including a new collection of NCL-first itineraries to the Great Barrier Reef and South Pacific between Cairns and Lautoka, Australia, which is also NCL’s first turnaround in both ports. She will also sail six island-hopping French Polynesia cruises between Fiji and Tahiti and two Asia cruises through 21 May 2025. From November 2025 to March 2026, Norwegian Sun will sail a selection of 11-to-15-day itineraries exploring Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, and other highly sought-out destinations in Southeast Asia. There are also a number of different entertainment options on the cruise ship, for those who don’t want to venture out. These will be announced closer to the departure date. For those who would rather relax in their hotel, the ships have WiFi, meaning you can play games such as Solitaire, or stream movies to your television. In addition, Norwegian Sky will debut in Asia in January 2025, offering select Japan and Southeast Asia cruises ranging from 10-to-17 days through March 2025. To explore NCL’s Asia Pacific itineraries, click here.

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Are you daydreaming about your next holiday to escape the hustle and bustle of work or school? Look no further than the Norwegian Jewel, the perfect cruise getaway to recharge your weary soul and unlock undiscovered destinations. Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) recently made its long-awaited return to Asian waters in October 2023 after a three-year hiatus, and the revitalised Norwegian Jewel will sail across Asia over the next six months for its 2023/24 season, visiting a series of exciting departure cities and new ports of call. With renowned destinations like Singapore’s iconic Gardens by the Bay, the idyllic beaches of Boracay in the Philippines, and the breathtaking scenery of Japan’s Mount Fuji, this Asian season is poised to be among the most exciting in NCL’s history yet. If vibrant cities, stunning views, and coastal towns sound like your vacation, keep reading to uncover ten reasons you should go on a cruise onboard the Norwegian Jewel. Hitting all your dream destinations in one trip Say goodbye to decision paralysis — you’ll never have to choose between a city or countryside holiday on the Norwegian Jewel. Pick from 16 unique and immersive itineraries that feature the perfect mix of city and country, including visits to capital cities like Tokyo, Bangkok, Seoul, and Singapore and tranquil seaside escapes like Bali, Bintan, and Phuket. On this 11-day Asia: Thailand, Vietnam & Malaysia cruise, start your adventure in the lavish port of Singapore before stopping by Kuala Lumpur and Penang in Malaysia for cultural immersion. Next, you’ll unwind at the picturesque beaches of Phuket and Nha Trang before ending your voyage in the lively cities of Ho Chi Minh and Bangkok. Who doesn’t like the best of both worlds? Discover remote and idyllic beachside towns with our six new ports of call You’ll experience several brand firsts with NCL, joining them on their maiden departures from Manila, Philippines, and Seoul, South Korea. Furthermore, Norwegian Jewel will be sailing to six new ports of call, Manila, Boracay, Palawan and Salomague in the Philippines, Bintan Island in Indonesia, and Hualien in Taiwan. If you’ve ever wanted to visit the glittering beaches of Boracay, the Subterranean Rivers of Puerto Princesa, and the well-preserved historical sites in Salomague, you can easily discover these remote yet remarkable towns on this 11-day Asia: Philippines, Vietnam & Malaysia cruise. Go on extended cruises with less than two sea days per sailing Cruises usually range from 10-14 days, with ships spending an average of less than two sea days per sailing and up to 13.5 hours in key destinations like Ho Chi Minh and Singapore. This means that you’re getting the most bang for your buck, with plenty of time to immerse yourself in the atmosphere and culture of each port and to explore Norwegian Jewel’s many onboard offerings. Enjoy overnight stays and shore excursions For an even more immersive experience, Norwegian Jewel offers dedicated shore excursions to key landmarks for you and your loved ones, with transport and often meals included. You can sightsee and explore at a leisurely pace. Deep dive into the culture and history of Nagasaki with this excursion that will bring you to museums highlighting the effects of the 1945 atomic blasts, or explore a vast underground network of tunnels that hid and protected thousands of Viet Cong troops during the Vietnam War in the Cu Chi district of Ho Chi Minh City. For a taste of local cuisine, try your hand at this Cooking Class and Fish Market in Busan, South Korea, where you’ll learn to prepare two classic Korean dishes for your lunch in a hands-on cooking class and browse the country’s largest seafood market. Another unmissable adventure is the Go Green – Marine Turtle Foundation and Gibbons Project, where you’ll feed sea turtle hatchlings and join a beach clean-up to help protect their nesting sites and watch gibbons being rehabilitated for release into Phuket’s only remaining rainforest. NCL is committed to providing you with the most authentic local experiences in every port, with activities for all kinds of travellers. Certain itineraries include extended overnight stays in iconic ports that come alive at night. Visit the infamous Patong beach when the sun sets in Phuket, Thailand, or take a photo with the Glico man in the Dotonbori area of Osaka, Japan. Discover more with immersive land explorations With our exclusive pre-cruise land tours, you can combine your voyage with immersive land explorations to make the most of your Asia trip. In your Tokyo pre-cruise tour, spend four days visiting the Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace Plaza, the Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street, the Tokyo Tower, and so much more. Explore the modern metropolis of Singapore with cultural landmarks like Chinatown and Little India and skyline staples like Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay. Splurge on The Haven, NCL’s most elevated suites When you’re on holiday, you deserve nothing but the best — treat yourself to a stay at The Haven by Norwegian®. Located at the top of the ship, The Haven houses NCL’s most elevated suites and villas that can accommodate up to eight people, complete with a concierge and 24-hour butler service and a private courtyard area for guests of The Haven. Think of it as first class, cruise edition. Indulge in wellness at Mandara Spa and Thermal Suite What’s a cruise without a relaxing spa experience? Voted the world’s best cruise spa by World Spa Awards, NCL’s Mandara Spa and Salon offers massages, facials, acupuncture and more. Recharge and rejuvenate at Mandara Spa’s adults-only Thermal Suite with saunas, steam rooms, ice and snow rooms, vitality pools and therapeutic rooms. Dive into the Thalassotherapy pool, which harnesses the soothing properties of the sea to relieve all your tension and stress. Eat your fill with the myriad of dining options You won’t have to worry about a lack of dining options — the Norwegian Jewel boasts 15 dining options, including three Asian restaurants serving fresh quality dishes. Some specialty restaurant highlights include Moderno...

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Luxurious Ambassador Cruise is teaming up with conductor Dong Quang Vinh to stage Halong Bay’s first orchestral cruise, showcasing instrumentalists, opera singers and ballet dancers in what’s poised to be a remarkable sunset concert. The inaugural “Dreamy Voyage – Symphony of Heritage” on 22 December this year will begin with a red-carpet wine reception at Ambassador Lounge at Halong International Cruise Port from 3pm. Guests will then board Ambassador Cruise II for the concert in the UNESCO World Heritage site from 4.45pm – 6.30pm followed by a buffet dinner on the lavish vessel. Dubbed “Vietnam’s music ambassador” by domestic and international media for his ongoing efforts to promote Vietnamese music to the world, Vinh will conduct Suc Song Moi Orchestra during the cruise. Featuring 30 Vietnamese instrumentalists, the orchestra will play four chapters, with four to five songs apiece. The chapters comprise classical opera and ballet music, Vietnamese music, film scores, and Christmas carols. The program, to feature performances by award-winning tenor Nguyen Truong Linh and soprano Trang Bui, is packed with iconic music. Highlights include themes from ballets “Swan Lake” and “The Nutcracker”, as well as “Nessun Dorma”, “Hello Vietnam”, blockbuster Titantic’s “My Heart Will Go On”, “Joy to the World” and “Jingle Bells”. Born into a family of esteemed traditional musicians, Vinh began learning to play the bamboo flute at nine with the Vietnam National Academy of Music, where today he is conductor and teacher of orchestral conducting. He is also the principal conductor of the Vietnam National Opera and Ballet, and artistic director and conductor of Hanoi Voices Choir. He has been a guest conductor of numerous international orchestras including the Shanghai Opera House Symphony Orchestra. He described Halong Bay’s upcoming orchestral cruise as “something to be celebrated” because it would promote arts and culture in a unique setting, thus making orchestral music more accessible. “My desire is to bring music to everyone and this is an irresistible opportunity,” the conductor said. “To take this enchanting music, usually performed in a large concert hall, and bring it to an open space, one as spectacular as Halong Bay, with a new audience of cruisers is particularly rewarding.” Nguyen Cao Son, the chairman of Asia Premier Cruises (APC) Corporation, which owns Ambassador Cruise, added that the orchestral cruise marked the beginning of a series of exquisite themed cruises to be staged by the cruise line. “An orchestral cruise is yet another first for Halong Bay from Ambassador Cruise, following the introduction of our day cruises and dinner cruises earlier this year,” he said. “The breathtaking backdrop of Halong Bay’s stunning limestone karsts will bring a whole new dimension to this atmospheric orchestral performance.” The elegantly designed 45-cabin Ambassador Cruise II is home to spacious sundecks across two floors affording 360-degree vistas, two restaurants, two bars, an entertainment area for live music, large open-air jacuzzi and a five-metre glass bridge jutting from the vessel’s bow that inspires compelling photographs. The 500-ton five-floor steel craft with a basement measures 90-meters long, 16-meters wide and 19-meters high, making it the largest and most luxurious ship to ever ply Halong Bay’s waters with a total of 10,000sqm of lettable space. Ambassador Cruise is the only Halong Bay cruise line to include an elevator system for the elderly and people with disabilities. For more information about Ambassador Cruise II and APC Corporation, please visit www.ambassadorcruise.com.

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The five-star line behind Halong Bay’s most remarkable cruise experiences, Ambassador Cruise, is poised to usher its 200,000th passenger aboard its ‘Ambassador Cruise II’ vessel by the end of 2023. Since its debut in February this year Ambassador Cruise II, which offers both a luxurious eight-hour day cruise followed by an exquisite four-hour dinner cruise, has welcomed up to almost 1000 guests per day during peak times. The vessel has helped propel a tourism bonanza for Vietnam’s Quang Ninh province, attracting more than 156,000 passengers, making for 13% of the estimated 1.2 million visitors to Halong International Cruise Port from January 1 through to October 31 this year. Combined with Ambassador Cruise’s overnight cruises ‘Ambassador Cruise I’ and ‘Ambassador Signature Cruise’, it’s estimated Ambassador’s fleet will contribute to 18% of the total number of passengers to the cruise port by the end of the year. Elegantly designed, Ambassador Cruise II features spacious sundecks across two floors that total 324sqm and 250sqm, affording 360-degree vistas of Halong Bay and its myriad limestone karsts. Two restaurants, two bars, an entertainment area for live music, and the large open-air jacuzzi are among the 45-cabin vessel’s top-notch facilities. The five-metre glass bridge jutting from the vessel’s bow inspires compelling photographs. The 500-ton five-floor steel craft with a basement measures 90 meters long, 16 meters wide and 19 meters high, making it the largest and most luxurious ship to ever ply Halong Bay’s waters with a total of 10,000sqm of lettable space. Ambassador Cruise is the only Halong Bay cruise line to include an elevator system for the elderly and people with disabilities. The Ambassador Cruise II’s daytime voyage, known as ‘Ambassador Day Cruise’, takes passengers on a sublime journey through the UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its plethora of limestone karsts dotting its emerald waters. The itinerary includes exploration of Sung Sot Cave and swimming off Titov Island, whose scalable heights offer panoramic views of the bay. Passengers take in Luon Cave by either kayak or in a bamboo boat rowed by a local followed by a cooking class and Filipino DJ onboard. Designed for travellers who cannot squeeze an overnight trip to Halong Bay into their schedules, the itinerary covers the same ground as an overnight cruise within a shorter time frame. By night, Ambassador Cruise II transforms into the ‘Ambassador Dinner Cruise’. A first for the bay, the cruise is underpinned by premium dining and live entertainment. To a backdrop of Halong Bay’s awe-inspiring sunset, guests indulge a delectable meal of Asian and European delicacies accompanied by a cabaret show, performances by Vietnamese singers and a live band. “Welcoming our 200,000th passenger aboard Ambassador Cruise II in such a short time is a major milestone and testament to how we have redefined cruising Halong Bay; by pioneering a luxurious day cruise and dinner cruise, we have played a notable part in expanding Quang Ninh’s tourism industry post-COVID,” said Nguyen Cao Son, chairman of Asia Premier Cruises (APC) Corporation, which owns Ambassador Cruise. “Attracting more than 69,000 passengers from January 1 until October 31 this year, our dinner cruise alone contributed to 70% of the total number of passengers to the Halong International Cruise Port in the evening amid a total of four cruise operators.” To celebrate the 200,000th passenger, Ambassador Cruise II will hold a small party aboard with all of the cruise’s guests, and distribute dinner vouchers as lucky draw presents during a mini game. The 200,000th passenger will be presented with a gift voucher of two tickets to attend a liveshow on Ambassador Dinner Cruise. For more information about Ambassador Cruise II and APC Corporation, please visit www.ambassadorcruise.com.

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The cruise adventure for Leonardo and I started at 6am when we got picked up in central Hanoi by Ambassador Cruise bus for the transfer trip to Halong Bay. The vehicle was a 10 seater super luxurious van, all black, with leather reclinable seats larger than those on an airplane. The driver wore Ambassador Cruise black uniform and looked very professional, as did the girl who checked the names in the booking list. We finally left for the journey, and let me tell you, forget about those trips where you want to scream at every overtaking, with a driver who pushes the vehicle engine as if he was on a race, or as if delivering passengers to destination was a matter of life and death. I have had plenty of those in my traveling life. This driver drove gently, and never over 80 km per hour on the not so busy motorway that runs from the capital Hanoi to Halong. The landscape quickly changed from urban, cemented, polluted and high-rise Hanoi, to a land of scattered quaint villages with plenty of pagodas and rice fields. What a paradise. Leonardo looked out of the windows mesmerised, and at some point he turned to me and said: “Papà, this is so beautiful, thanks for bringing me here”. I was touched. The driver did the customary 30 minutes pit stop at a refreshment area where we found food, drinks and toilets, then off we were again, reaching Halong at about 8.30am. We drove straight to the Halong International Cruise Port, got dropped off and walked to the Ambassador Cruise II, an amazing ship by the look of it. After the ticket formalities at the ship reception, we were given our identification bracelets to be worn for the day, a key to our room, and off we went to relax and enjoy our room and balcony while the ship sailed off and passed dozens of majestic limestone islets in Halong Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay. Leonardo and I had the time for a good swim in the big open air jacuzzi pool on the 3rd floor deck before we were summoned by the staff for the boat trip to Sung Sot Cave. There were a few speedboats towed by the ship, and one of those took us to the cave site in a matter of 5 minutes; at the entrance booth, we showed our blue bracelets and were directed to a flight of steps that took us to the largest and most magnificent cave in the bay. Sung Sot Cave features marvellous and mysterious thousand-year-old stalactites in a variety of unique forms. Both Leonardo and I were speechless, and so were the hundreds of people who walked the long path inside the massive interior of the cave. It is a circular walk, so we ended up to another end of the islet, after having walked what must have been hundreds of steps. We were exhausted but happy. Back on the speedboat, the next destination was Titov Island, a marvel outcrop sided by a crescent moon-shaped sandy beach. There we swam in the turquoise waters; the staff asked us if we wished to climb to the top of the Island to enjoy a breathtaking 360 degrees view of the bay, but we gently declined as we were too tired and, in truth, quite hungry too. Well, our bellies did not need to wait long: as soon as we got back to the Ambassador Cruise ship, what awaited us was a sumptuous buffet lunch comprising asian soups, asian noodle and rice dishes, sushi of all types freshly prepared in front of our eyes by well-trained kitchen staff, sashimi, sea snails, prawns, squid and other seafood, as well as meat. On the outside deck, three uniformed chefs worked on a flat grill, roasting chunks of tuna and beef steaks on the spot, all accompanied by roasted potatoes and mushrooms. Staff kept passing with drink carts refilling our need to wash down all those delicacies. The food was premium, and we went back several times to get more servings of the so many choices available. I had not seen Leonardo eat like that for a long time. At 1 o’clock a Filipino duo, voice and piano, started their performance playing contemporary and classic songs so professionally that they caught all diners’ attention. Vietnamese coffe prepared to perfection and a good choice of desserts completed the culinary experience. It was at that point that I decreed: What a well-organised cruise. I had promised myself to wait until the end of the day before giving my judgement, but at 2pm I was ready for it. Professional staff, a well-timed program, amazing food, and a spacious room that has nothing to envy to one in a 5 star hotel. The guests seemed to be quite a lot, about 500 I was later told, yet there was lots of space in the corridors, in the dining area and on the upper decks to move around freely. Our bellies were so full and we both felt sleepy, so we retired to our room, had a shower and planned a rest, but the day had more surprises. The loudspeakers on the boat announced the program of the afternoon, which I did not want to miss of course. At 2,30 pm we went for an amazing boat trip to Luon Cave, one of the most unique caves in Halong Bay, as it features a self- contained lake inside a closed arch-shaped mountain. For the tour of the lagoon, there was the option of either kayaking or sitting on a traditional raft rowed by a local. The day was steaming hot and, considering I was with Leonardo, I decided to opt for the latter. Luon Cave lagoon turned out to be an amazing place indeed, and the sight of Vietnamese rowers propelling rafts full of customers by energetically pushing their long rows was quite suggestive. Back on the ship, we listened to the live band at the restaurant on...

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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 56-year history of breaking boundaries, is counting down to its much-awaited return to sailing in Asia after more than three years when the newly revitalised Norwegian Jewel makes her grand return to Tokyo on 19 October 2023, and Singapore on 11 November 2023. “After more than three years, we’re counting down to our return to Asia cruising once again!” said Ben Angell, Norwegian Cruise Line VP and Managing Director, APAC. “We know our guests can’t wait to explore closer to home and  as a smaller ship, Norwegian Jewel is the perfect size to explore Asia’s lesser-known ports, while offering all the features we know local cruisers love, from showstopping musical acts and entertainment to a myriad of dining options that would delight any palette.”Norwegian Jewel’s extensive six-month Asia season will offer 16 immersive, port-rich itineraries visiting 11 countries and sailing from nine different departure ports, including Tokyo and Yokohama in Japan; Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan; Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand; Bali (Benoa), Indonesia and Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Malaysia. With cruises ranging in length from 10-14 days, the season features a number of brand firsts: NCL’s first departures from Manila, Philippines and Seoul (Incheon), South Korea, as well as six new ports of call: Manila, Boracay, Palawan and Salomague, Philippines Bintan Island, Indonesia Hualien, Taiwan A focus on destination-immersion means guests will enjoy country-intensive cruises that uncover the wonders of trending destinations like Korea, Indonesia and Japan; open-jaw itineraries that allow cruisers to book-end their trip with land tours; together with fewer sea days, longer stays in port and more overnights. Boasting an average of less than two sea days per sailing, up to 13.5 hours in destinations like Singapore and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, as well as extended overnight stays in places that come alive at night, such as Phuket, Osaka and Bali (Benoa) – Norwegian Jewel provides the ultimate way to explore diverse cultures closer to home. About Norwegian Jewel With capacity for 2,376 guests, Norwegian Jewel boasts 13 bars and 15 dining options, including three Asian restaurants: Sushi, Teppanyaki and Chin Chin, where friendly wait-staff serve up freshly prepared noodles and wok-fried dishes. Guests can get active on the sports court for a game of basketball or indulge in wellness at Mandara Spa and Thermal Suite, complete with Thalasso Therapy Pool, steam room and sauna. Show-stopping entertainment includes Rock You Tonight, a high energy production showcasing music from rock icons Queen, Journey and The Who. The newly revitalised ship boasts completely refreshed accommodations, including staterooms, suites and bathrooms throughout, for the ultimate home away from home. And those with a taste for the finer things in life will fall in love with The Haven by Norwegian®. Located at the top of the ship, The Haven houses Norwegian Cruise Line’s most elevated suites and villas accommodating up to eight people, complete with concierge and 24-hour butler service, a private sundeck and pool exclusively for guests of The Haven. For a limited time, Norwegian Cruise Line is offering incredible savings of up to 35% across the season. Asia season highlights: An 11-day Asia: Singapore, Singapore & Vietnam cruise from Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Malaysia to Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand via nine destinations, including Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, Sihanoukville in Cambodia and Ko Samui in Thailand. Departing 11 December 2023, fares start from USD$1,366*. An 11-day Asia: Osaka, Kochi, Nagoya & Himeji cruise from Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan to Tokyo, Japan with no sea days. 11 ports of call include Okinawa, Mt Fuji (Shimizu) and an overnight stay in Kyoto (Osaka). Departing 29 February 2024, fares start from USD$1,849. An 11-day Asia: Thailand, Vietnam & Malaysia cruise from Singapore to Bangkok (Laem Chabang) via Langkawi and Penang in Malaysia as well as Phuket and Ko Samui in Thailand. Departing 5 January 2024, fares start from USD$1,689. View Norwegian Jewel’s Asia itineraries here. For more information or to book a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line, please contact a travel professional; call Norwegian Cruise Line in Australia on 1300 255 200 or in New Zealand on 0800 969 283; or visit www.ncl.com.

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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 56-year history of breaking boundaries, today announced that for the very first time, Norwegian Cruise Line will deploy three ships – Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky – to the Asia Pacific in 2024 and 2025, tripling Norwegian Cruise Line’s offering in the region. Norwegian Spirit will also return to Australia and New Zealand for her third consecutive season. “Our expanded presence in the Asia Pacific is a testament to our long-term commitment to this region and its importance to our company as both a source market and a destination,” said Ben Angell, MD and VP for Norwegian Cruise Line in APAC. “I’m thrilled that guests from all over the world will have more choice than ever before to explore our stunning region and that more Asia guests will have the opportunity to experience the Norwegian Cruise Line difference while cruising from their very own doorstep.” Asia Sister ships Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky will both make their debut in Asia for the very first time, offering an extensive eight-month season from October 2024 through May 2025. Both more intimate ships at 1,936 and 2,004 guest capacity, respectively, Norwegian Sun and Sky can access smaller ports, allowing port-rich and country-intensive itineraries that typically feature one or fewer sea days and overnight stays to maximise guests’ time on the ground. They will be joined in the region by Norwegian Spirit, with one dedicated Asia sailing and a repositioning cruise from Australia to Asia. Norwegian Sky will make Norwegian Cruise Line’s very first port of call to Akita, Japan, in October 2024. Highlights include: A collection of coveted Japanese spring cherry blossom cruises aboard Norwegian Sky together with stunning Japanese autumn foliage cruises aboard Norwegian Sun A suite of country-intensive Asia cruises aboard Norwegian Sky and Sun, taking guests deeper into captivating destinations in Japan, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. A 14-day Asia: Thailand, Vietnam & Indonesia cruise from Bali to Singapore in December 2024 via lesser-known Indonesian islands aboard Norwegian Spirit A 17-Day Asia; Maldives, Thailand & Seychelles Extraordinary Journey from Mauritius to Singapore across the Indian Ocean These sailings and more are now available to book. For more information about Norwegian Cruise Line’s award-winning 18-ship fleet and worldwide itineraries, or to book a cruise, please contact a travel professional, call Hong Kong on +852 800 901 951 and Southeast Asia on +65 3165 1680 or visit www.ncl.com.

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Ambassador Cruise is heralding the dawn of a new day in cruising Halong Bay, with the launch of a day cruise on a new vessel with restaurants and bars, an outdoor jacuzzi and a striking glass bridge. The five-star line behind the UNESCO World Heritage site’s most sublime cruise experiences will begin the day-long ‘Ambassador Day Cruise II’ tours on February 10 this year. The vessel Elegantly designed, the ship features spacious sundecks across two floors that total 324 sqm and 250 sqm, affording 360-degree vistas of Halong Bay and its myriad limestone karsts. Two restaurants, two bars, an entertainment area for live music, and the large open-air jacuzzi are among the 45-cabin vessel’s top-notch facilities. The five-metre glass bridge jutting from the vessel’s bow inspires compelling photographs. The 500-ton five-floor steel craft with a basement measures 90 meters long, 16 meters wide and 19 meters high, making it the largest and most luxurious ship to ever ply Halong Bay’s waters with a total of 10,000 sqm of lettable space. Ambassador Cruise is the only Halong Bay cruise line to include an elevator system for the elderly and people with disabilities. With amenities that hitherto have been the province of overnight adventures only, the new cruise caters for up to 500 passengers, who will check in at Ambassador’s Check-In Lounge in Halong City at 9.45am. The itinerary The itinerary includes exploration of Sung Sot Cave, a delectable buffet lunch while the vessel’s route plys a passage by Ho Dong Tien Cave, Trong Cave, Me Cung Cave and Cua Van Floating Village. The cruise anchors off Titov Island whose scalable heights offer panoramic views of the bay. Afternoon tea is served on the vessel’s sundeck. Guests return to Halong International Cruise Port at 4:30pm. A round-trip shuttle bus links Hanoi with Halong Bay via an expressway that opened in 2018, cutting the drive time between the destinations in half to two hours. Nguyen Cao Son, founder of Asia Premier Cruises Corporation, which owns Ambassador Cruise, said February was the right time to launch the day cruise, following the world’s reopening and 2018’s launch of both the expressway and Van Don International Airport, located 50km from Halong Bay. “The day cruise opens up Halong Bay in an exciting new way for many travellers, particularly those who can’t squeeze an overnight cruise into their schedule and yet now have the opportunity to experience this breathtakingly beautiful destination in style in a day,” he said. Since launching its first vessel in 2021, Ambassador Cruise has made a name for itself as the leading luxury cruise operator on Halong Bay and also offers overnight cruises. For more information about Ambassador Cruise or to make a booking, visit ambassadorcruise.com, email info@ambassadorcruise.com or call +84 1900 3045. Ambassador Day Cruise II is priced from USD 112 per person (VND 2.625 million) including day cruise itinerary and program, round-trip shuttle bus transfer from and to Hanoi, one luxury buffet lunch, onboard insurance, tax and service charges, sightseeing fees and afternoon tea on the sundeck.

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REVĪVŌ is launching exclusive cruises to navigate in a hand-crafted phinisi or traditional teak cruiser around the seas of Indonesia exploring the beautiful islands including Raja Ampat, Kaimanan, Komodo, Banda or Alor. The REVĪVŌ Wellness Cruise is a rare chance to experience a personal well-being retreat including diving and exploring stunning scenery on one of the REVĪVŌ flagship vessels exclusive to passengers, promising total privacy on a tailor-made adventure. Each Cruise will have its own REVIVO wellness-coach to accommodate the personal needs on board. Cabins onboard the REVĪVŌ Wellness Cruise are as spacious and elegant as a REVĪVŌ resort suite, promising every comfort, combined with ever-changing views.  A Personalised Itinerary:  From the length of the trip to the chosen experiences, itineraries are flexible and curated. New routes are created for returning guests, and special requests are accommodated whenever possible.  REVĪVŌ Boats:  Embark on a beautiful journey to discover the Pacific Ocean on one of the REVĪVŌ cruises such as the REVĪVŌ 3-Cabin Boat or the REVĪVŌ 5-Cabin Boat. Once on board, guest will find the REVĪVŌ luxury standards including world-class diving equipment, spacious outdoor areas and a healthy gourmet kitchen. Throughout the voyage, guests will be able to dive into a holistic approach to wellness integrating fitness, spa therapies and nutritious meals to help achieve personal goals while discovering the hidden beauties of Indonesia. Each boat is booked exclusively either for 1 cabin (2 people) or for the whole 5 cabins (max 10 people).  Diving & Mind Training Retreat on a cruise includes:  ●  Bespoke Wellness Retreat Program prepared by our Wellness Coach nutritionist to fit each personal needs.  ●  Daily Classes & activities: Yoga, Meditation, Fitness, Pilates, TRX, Diving (for certified divers), trekking, beach excursions, paddle boarding, kayaking.  ●  One SPA Treatment per day per adult.  ●  All meals and non-alcoholic beverages: each menu is tailored-made depending on your nutritional needs .  ●  Airport transfers & Fast Track Immigration.  ●  Minimum of 6 nights on the boat and possibility to stay at REVĪVŌ WELLNESS RESORT Nusa Dua prior or after your cruise.    Price starts from: 1 cabin, 2 pax 68,000$ and 5 Cabins, 10 pax 86,000 for 6 nights retreat on the REVĪVŌ WELLNESS CRUISE.  About REVĪVŌ WELLNESS RESORT Bali www.revivoresorts.com Nestled amidst the breezy hills of Nusa Dua in south Bali, REVĪVŌ is a luxury wellness resort spread across 3 hectares of teak tree forest, surrounded by the peaceful Bali National Golf club, dense tropical rainforest and the Indian ocean. Meaning “I’ll live again”, REVĪVŌ’s lush enclave is comprised of Balinese-style luxury suites and villas, a nutritious gourmet restaurant, bar and pool lounge, as well as best-in-class fitness and spa facilities. The resort aims to “soothe the spirit, rejuvenate the body and enrich the mind” through a complete mind journey composed of a blend of relaxation activities, spa and holistic medicine treatments and a personal food diet based on customer’s DNA & nutritional needs.  More news to come: REVĪVŌ WELLNESS RESORTS is launching two properties one in France and one in Spain, two Well-being Clubs one in Italy and one in Japan and soon its own REVĪVŌ Skin line.  REVĪVŌ Openings overview:  REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua, Indonesia (launched spring 2018) REVĪVŌ Wellness Cruise, Indonesia (launched November 2018) REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Barcelona, Spain (2019) REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort, Château de Fiac, France (2020)  REVĪVŌ Wellness Club Rome, Italy (2019) REVĪVŌ Wellness Club Niseko, Japan (2020) 

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REVĪVŌ is launching exclusive cruises to navigate in a hand-crafted phinisi or traditional teak cruiser around the seas of Indonesia exploring the beautiful islands including Raja Ampat, Kaimanan, Komodo, Banda or Alor. The REVĪVŌ Wellness Cruise is a rare chance to experience a personal well-being retreat including diving and exploring stunning scenery on one of the REVĪVŌ flagship vessels exclusive to passengers, promising total privacy on a tailor-made adventure. Each Cruise will have its own REVĪVŌ wellness-coach to accommodate the personal needs on board. Cabins onboard the REVĪVŌ Wellness Cruise are as spacious and elegant as a REVĪVŌ resort suite, promising every comfort, combined with ever-changing views. A Personalised Itinerary: From the length of the trip to the chosen experiences, itineraries are flexible and curated. New routes are created for returning guests, and special requests are accommodated whenever possible. REVĪVŌ Boats: Embark on a beautiful journey to discover the Pacific Ocean on one of the REVĪVŌ cruises such as the REVĪVŌ 3-Cabin Boat or the REVĪVŌ 5-Cabin Boat. Once on board, guest will find the REVĪVŌ luxury standards including world-class diving equipment, spacious outdoor areas and a healthy gourmet kitchen. Throughout the voyage, guests will be able to dive into a holistic approach to wellness integrating fitness, spa therapies and nutritious meals to help achieve personal goals while discovering the hidden beauties of Indonesia. Each boat is booked exclusively either for 1 cabin (2 people) or for the whole 5 cabins (max 10 people). Diving & Mind Training Retreat ​​on a cruise includes: ●  Bespoke Wellness Retreat Program prepared by our Wellness Coach nutritionist to fit each personal needs. ●  Daily Classes & activities: Yoga, Meditation, Fitness, Pilates, TRX, Diving (for certified divers), trekking, beach excursions, paddle boarding, kayaking. ●  One SPA Treatment per day per adult. ●  All meals and non-alcoholic beverages: each menu is tailored-made depending on your nutritional needs. ●  Airport transfers & Fast Track Immigration. ●  Minimum of 6 nights on the boat and possibility to stay at REVĪVŌ WELLNESS RESORT Nusa Dua prior or after your cruise.                Price starts from: ​​1 cabin, 2 pax 68,000$​ and ​5 Cabins, 10 pax 86,000 ​for 6 nights retreat on the REVĪVŌ WELLNESS CRUISE. About REVĪVŌ WELLNESS RESORT Bali ​​- www.revivoresorts.com Nestled amidst the breezy hills of Nusa Dua in south Bali, REVĪVŌ is a luxury wellness resort spread across 3 hectares of teak tree forest, surrounded by the peaceful Bali National Golf club, dense tropical rainforest and the Indian ocean. Meaning “I’ll live again”, REVĪVŌ’s lush enclave is comprised of Balinese-style luxury suites and villas, a nutritious gourmet restaurant, bar and pool lounge, as well as best-in-class fitness and spa facilities. The resort aims to “soothe the spirit, rejuvenate the body and enrich the mind” through a complete mind journey composed of a blend of relaxation activities, spa and holistic medicine treatments and a personal food diet based on customer’s DNA & nutritional needs. More news to come:​​ REVĪVŌ WELLNESS RESORTS is launching two properties one in France and one in Spain, two Well-being Clubs one in Italy and one in Japan and soon its own REVĪVŌ Skin line. REVĪVŌ Openings overview: REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua, Indonesia (launched spring 2018) REVĪVŌ Wellness Cruise, Indonesia (launched November 2018) – REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Barcelona, Spain (2019) –  REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort, Château de Fiac, France (2020) – REVĪVŌ Wellness Club Rome, Italy (2019) – REVĪVŌ Wellness Club Niseko, Japan (2020)

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The sheer-sided sea mountains that rise vertically out of Phang Nga Bay, squeezed in between Krabi and Phuket province, form some of Thailand’s most spectacular scenery. Images of Phang Nga have travelled the world and shaped perceptions of southern Thailand, and of the boating experiences to be had here. With this in mind, I felt myself lucky to have been invited by a tour agency to take part on one of their most popular tours: Phang Nga Bay by yacht. On an early January morning I met the crew on the Ao Nang (Krabi) beachfront: 9 staff, all busy to make our trip an unforgettable one. A traditional wooden longtail boat transferred us to the comfortable double-decked yacht. The sea was flat and the sky was brilliant. In the busy Ao Nang bay, several longtail boats drew foamy lines that criss-crossed in the waters, a usual sight during high season: some were leaving for island trips, others to the popular Railay peninsula. We all boarded and set off. The guides explained the program of the day, then unfolded a couple of nautical maps and showed us our whereabouts, pointing islands and places. The elegant yacht upper-deck served both as a dining area and as a relaxing patio. I laid back on a comfortable deck cushion beneath the sun canopy and let the gentle sea breeze play over my face and body. The scenery around me was entertaining: the amazing palette of colours of the sea served as a frame for the several limestone islands that dot the expanse of the Andaman Sea. We passed the north cape of Koh Yao Island and finally entered the enchanting Phang Nga Bay. The cruise around the area revealed odd-shaped scenic limestone formations jutting out of an azure sea surrounded by a lush, tropical archipelago. We finally landed on Khao Ping Kan and followed a nature pathway from where a couple of viewpoints offered magnificent views over Khao Tapoo, or what is commonly known as James Bond Island. This famous landmark first found its way onto the international map through its starring role in the 1974 James Bond movie ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’. On the small sandy bay, a few meters away from Khao Tapoo, we marveled at the spectacular area surrounding this island with its signature rocky pinnacle. The shoreless rock has the shape of a nail, flat and wide at the top, and very narrow at waterline, hence its name in Thai, ‘tapoo’, which in fact means nail. We were quickly reminded that it was high season: along the line of tourist shops, dozens of visitors walked, negotiated with the souvenir vendors on prices of shells engraved with the image of James Bond Island, bought drinks and souvenirs and took pictures of the island. Khao Ping Kan itself is very small and can be walked in a matter of minutes. The name literally means ‘leaning mount’. On the rocky side, a massive slate of limestone at least 50 meters high detaches itself from the island wall, slits down to the grounds and sits leaning on it, creating a tent-like covered space from where to marvel huge grooves that are the rock breaking points. In a plaque on the wall, the King in person has carved His signature. It is a striking sight. On the bay, longtail boats kept coming and dropping camera-loaded visitors of different nationalities; it was time for us to depart. The group boarded a spacious longtail boat which left the crowd for our trip to Koh Panyee. Longtail boats in Phang Ngan are quite different from the ones used in the Krabi province: they are longer, more colorful and have a more pointed shape. The sea was getting wavy despite the vicinity to the island shores. We made a quick detour inside the mangrove delta; according to our guide, the Phang Nga backwaters host the largest mangrove forest in Thailand. We were given information on this particular type of environment and on how eco-tourism has in recent times helped to reestablish the depleted mangrove forests and to generate income for the local people. Our next port of call was the picturesque island of Koh Panyee. Otherwise known as Sea Gypsy Village, Koh Panyee is built almost entirely on stilts over water to the south of the sheer limestone cliffs of the island. The people there are muslim fishermen, not sea gypsies as the tourist name suggests; the sea gypsies live further south on Phuket island and on Koh Lanta island. We got to wander around the village; near the pier, houses’ front lines have been converted into restaurants and souvenir shops, but once you pass this area you can dive into a life made of simple people, smiling children, roaming roosters and idle women in house porches. Under the maze of cemented walkways, the constant noise of coming and going sea water. The majority of the population that groups into 120 households earns its living from fishery. The culture of these fishermen, cut off from the mainland and most modern amenities, has existed undisturbed for more than a thousand years. There is a mosque and even a public school where kids cheered at our passage. We observed the local pace of life, with folks going about their daily chores like fishing and cooking. The majority of houses are shanty shacks seriously run down, still the place has a magic aura: it makes you wonder of the hard lives lived by this community that was hard hit by the tsunami disaster years ago. The longtail boat finally took us back to the yacht, where a sumptuous Thai buffet waited for us in the first deck. We enjoyed food on the set tables in the upper floor, and soon after the boat left for the journey back to Ao Nang. The afternoon was at leisure, lying around under the shades of the canopy, observing the few sailing boats in the area that took advantage of the breeze to...

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