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Press Release For Immediate Release
Star Cruises Flagship SuperStar Virgo Debuts Cruise to
picturesque Okinawa from Guangzhou, Nansha every Sunday
World Guinness Record Breaker, Cycling Guru, Fashion Stylist from British
Vogue and the International Consultant in Behavioral Skills who works for
United Nations share fascinating stories and valuable expertise onboard
Complimentary Weekend Concerts featuring Hong Kong and Taiwan Pop Stars
CHINA – 10 March 2016 – Star Cruises has launched the homeport at
Guangzhou, Nansha with its flagship SuperStar Virgo and received
overwhelming market response. Starting from 17 April 2016, SuperStar Virgo
will commence her premiere 5-month Japan itinerary to Naha and Miyakojima
from Guangzhou, Nansha, and customers can experience a vacation filled with
fascinating culture, scenery and explore “The Eastern Hawaii” Naha and the
uniqueness of the Miyako Blue.
China passengers with valid passport could enjoy a visa-free cruises voyage to
a 6-day/5-night journey to Okinawa, Japan every Sunday and enjoy the culture
and delicacies of Japan.
To enrich passengers’ experience, starting from March 2016, Star Cruises
introduces the “Life Journey” series on SuperStar Virgo, where leaders from all
walks of life share their successful stories, including Mr. Guo Chuan, the First
and Only professional offshore sailor in China and World Guinness Record
Breaker, who will host a sharing session about the challenges he faced in the
sea, as well as the different cultures he observed from his trips around the
world; Mr. Lee Ming Hay, a renowned Hong Kong Cyclist and Backpacker with
epic 7-month solo bicycle journey from Berlin to Hong Kong, will also share
precious memories from his voyage to cruisers onboard.
Experts on “Life Journey” series also include Ms. Noni Ware, Fashion Stylist
from British Vogue, who will share the latest lifestyle and fashion trends and
fashion must-haves with guests sailing on March 21 and 24; Ms. Liggy Webb,
an international consultant in behavioral skills who works for United Nations,
will inspire cruisers of SuperStar Virgo with her expertise on how to cope with
challenging situations – turning crises into opportunities.
SuperStar Virgo offers a wide spectrum of entertainment programs, including
world-class magic spectacle, astounding theatrical performances, yoga and
ballroom dancing lessons, wine tasting sessions conducted by certified
sommelier, glass art and craft workshops, kung fu and qi gong lessons,
themed parties and more to offer. A rich schedule of activities is available daily
for passengers to enjoy a unique and pleasant vacation.
Famous pop artists from Hong Kong and Taiwan including Richie Ren, Andy
Hui, Michael Wong, Tiger Huang, and William So will perform at The Lido of
SuperStar Virgo on a weekly basis, bringing the best hits of the region back to
live. All guests sailing on the weekends throughout the months of March and
April will enjoy perhaps the most extraordinary musical performance on the
sea at no extra cost#.
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Tickets will be made available on first-come first-served basis.
Your Prestige Home From Home
Cruising is one of the hottest and most relaxing travel experiences. It offers a
wide range of destination routes for passengers to choose from, where one
can enjoy the journey without any worries and troubles of transportation and
packed attractions. Star Cruises has rich cruise management experience from
professional services team which provides high-quality customer service. We
assure you a legendary, warm Asian hospitality experience, which is always a
proud signature of Star Cruises.
Round-trip Transportation
SuperStar Virgo also provides free shuttle bus for passengers to and from
main locations in Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
ABOUT STAR CRUISES
Star Cruises is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Genting Hong Kong, a leading
global leisure, entertainment and hospitality corporation. A pioneer in the Asia
Pacific cruise industry, Star Cruises has been operating its fleet since 1993,
taking on the bold initiative to grow the region as an international cruise
destination with a fleet of six vessels including SuperStar Virgo, SuperStar
Libra, SuperStar Gemini, SuperStar Aquarius, Star Pisces and The Taipan.
Star Cruises’ commitment in offering best-in-class services and facilities is
reflected in a host of recognitions and accolades received over the years.
These include being inducted into the prestigious Travel Trade Gazette’s
“Travel Hall of Fame” for an eighth year in 2015 in recognition of winning “Best
Cruise Operator in the Asia-Pacific” for 10 consecutive years. Star Cruises was
also recently voted “Asia’s Leading Cruise Line” at the World Travel Awards for
a fourth year in a row in 2015.
ABOUT SUPERSTAR VIRGO
The 13-storey SuperStar Virgo is equipped with 935 cabins, including sea-view
cabins and balcony suites. Offering a wide variety of dining, shopping and
entertainment choices, its facilities embrace Chinese, international buffet and
Japanese restaurants, an alfresco bar, foot reflexology salon and spa, gym,
steam and sauna rooms, hairdressing salon, two-level theatre, duty-free shops,
a 100-metre mega water slide, outdoor swimming pool, mini golf course,
karaoke room, children's activity centre and more. A calendar of themed
entertainment constantly refreshes the onboard fun and excitement, ensuring
every voyage is a brand new enjoyable experience.
Five Main Booking Channels
National Hotline: 4008 499 848
Official Website: www.starcruises.com
Official WeChat: Search“SCTA-CHINA”或“丽星邮轮”
Tmall.com : Search“丽星邮轮旅游旗舰店”
For more information on Star Cruises, please contact your nearest travel agent.
On Star Cruises, every journey is a voyage of discovery and surprise.
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Media Contacts:
Contact Person: Mr. Liao
Tel: (020) 3811 6314/
+86 13825175183
Email : [email protected]
Contact Person: Ms. Zheng
Tel: (020) 3811 6313/
+86 13602206733
Email : [email protected]
Naha, Okinawa, Japan
The capital of Japan's celebrated Okinawa Islands offers everything from an
historic hilltop castle to amazing marine life, while Naha's downtown area is
renowned for shopping and nightlife. Fine local wines and outstanding cuisine
complete the picture of a thriving, highly accessible city.
Miyakojima, Okinawa, Japan
Rightly famous for its outstanding diving, Miyakojima can be found in the
Pacific Ocean about 300 kilometres southwest of Okinawa. The coastline
varies greatly around this low-lying island, although white beaches, wildlife,
clear water and coral reefs can be found in abundance.
Nansha, Guangzhou, China
Homeported at the Pearl River gateway to Guangzhou, Nansha has some
special attractions of its own. For nature lovers, Sun-over Garden is unique in
China for its vast variety of sun-owners introduced from Europe and Japan.
Nansha Tianhou Palace is an ancient wonder, built into a mountain, and its
15-metre statue of Tianhou is one of the tallest Mazu statues in the world. At
nearby Lianxi Village, Mai's Ancestral Hall is a fabled historic monument,
revered among the most impressive examples of architecture and
craftsmanship of its era.
About “Life Journey” Enrichment Seminars on SuperStar Virgo
Mr. Guo Chuan
the first and only professional offshore sailor in China
the first Chinese who participated in the Clipper Round the World in 2006
the first Olympic torch bearer to pass the torch by sailboat during the
Qingdao leg
the first Chinese who completed the VOLVO Ocean Race in 2008-2009
the first Chinese who participated in the Mini Transat sailing event and
successfully sailed across the Atlantic Ocean single-handed in a mini
yacht (6.5 metre) in 2011
the first Chinese “Peace Champion” for Peace and Sport
the first one to complete solo non-stop circumnavigation in a 40ft yacht
and create a new world record, recognized by WSSRC and Guinness
Mr. Lee Ming Hay
In 2012, Lee finished an epic 7-month solo bicycle journey from Berlin to Hong
Kong. He later published “Ride Back Home(陌路回家)” to share the journey.
In 2013, Lee took part in the Mongolia Bike Challenge and wrote another book
“Nomad Racer(單車遊牧)“.
In 2014, Lee has been a guest presenter for J2 travelogue TV program,
“Tasmania Affair”, and has been running cycling tours in Japan with travel
agencies.
In 2015, Lee produced and hosted a travelogue TV program “Head to East
Africa” which was broadcasted at TVBJ2; he also worked as TV host for a
RTHK documentary series “Hong Kong Stories”. In summer of the same year,
Lee co-operated with Youth Square and led 12 first-time-travel teenagers to
Japan, teaching them the meaning of backpacking; in September, Lee became
a member of the Open University’s “Innovative Polar Research”, filming the
Arctic science research expedition.
Ms. Noni Ware, Fashion Stylist from British Vogue
Ms. Liggy Webb, an international consultant in behavioral skills who
works for United Nations
Cruise Theme in March: Spring Vacations
Event Date
Sharing by Bike Guru: Mr. Lee Ming Hay 04 & 21/03
Sharing by the First Sailor in China: Mr. Guo Chuan 18/03
Wine Pairing Workshop with Sommelier 05, 12, 19 & 26/03
Limited-edition Kit Kat Dessert Buffet 04, 11, 18 & 25/03
DIY Chocolate for White Valentine’s Day 15/03
Sharing by Fashion Stylist from British Vogue: Ms. Noni Ware 21 & 24/03
Sharing by international consultant in behavioral skills who
works for United Nations: Ms. Liggy Webb
Specific date in April
Entertainment Highlights on SuperStar Virgo
World-class Magic Spectacle “IMAGINE” by renowned magician:
Mr. Vincent Vignaud
Broadway-style musical: “MEMORY LANE”
Yoga and Dance Classes hosted by professional instructors
Wine pairing workshop with Sommelier
Glass Etching Workshop
Weekly Thematic Parties
Pop Stars Showcase on SuperStar Virgo
March 2016
Artist Date
William So 蘇永康 05/03
Tiger Huang 黃小琥 12/03
Michael Wong 光良 19/03
Andy Hui 許志安 26/03
April 2016
Artist Date
William So 蘇永康 02/04
Richie Jen 任賢齊 09/04
Michael Wong 光良 16/04
Tiger Huang 黃小琥 23/04
William So 蘇永康 30/04