RESORTS WORLD ONE CRUISE: REVIEW AND GUIDE

Detailed cruise information weblog and evaluate of Resorts World One cruise bundle and cruise ship.

Over a decade of touring has taught me to understand numerous sorts of touring types. And one in every of my private favorites is happening a cruise.  Not too long ago, I skilled Resorts World One 3 day 2 evening cruise from Hong Kong to Taiwan. And the query I usually get is, is cruising price it?

The factor about cruising is, you possibly can take pleasure in your trip even earlier than reaching your vacation spot. And it may be loved by vacationers of all ages, whether or not you might be touring with your loved ones, associates, or accomplice. It’s like staying on a floating resort that strives to fulfill your each want and whim. You will have a lot to expertise onboard like purchasing, poolside actions, thrilling waterslides, top-notch musical performances, Broadway-style exhibits, poolside actions, spa, thrilling video games, vigorous arcades, journey actions, seminars, workshops,  and internationally impressed eating choices, amongst others.  It’s continuous enjoyable from morning to nighttime.

Cruising additionally provides you the chance to discover underrated vacationer points of interest that you could be by no means have heard of. You may be part of immersive shore excursions when you hop off the ship at chosen ports.

And naturally, whereas crusing, you possibly can benefit from the ocean views from nightfall to daybreak. Should you think about the cruise bundle that you’re getting – the stateroom , eating, leisure, pool, and different actions are already included within the value, you will see that that cruising is fairly priced.

ABOUT RESORTS WORLD CRUISES

Not too long ago, I skilled cruising with Resorts World One.  Based in 2022, Resorts World Cruises at the moment has two ships.

• Resorts World One – cruise ship that sail between Hong Kong and Taiwan
• Genting Dream Cruises – sail between Singapore and Malaysia.

WHERE TO BOOK RESORTS WORLD ONE CRUISE

You may e-book the Resort  World Cruise by way of the hyperlink beneath.

RESORTS WORLD ONE CRUISE (HONG KONG- TAIWAN): CHECK RATES AND BOOK HERE

GENTING DREAM DESTINATION  CRUISES (SINGAPORE-MALAYSIA): CHECK RATES AND BOOK HERE

You can even e-book the Resorts World One Cruise at their official web site rwcruises.com

OR message their senior gross sales supervisor for resorts world cruises [email protected]

RESORTS WORLD ONE CRUISE PROMO

Resorts World One has an ongoing promo.

PRE-TRIP PREPARATION

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

• Passport and Passport Bio Web page Photocopy – Put together your passport and photocopy of the bio web page. Make it possible for your passport has 6 months validity from the top of your cruise date, with not less than 2 clean pages to your entry and exit stamp.
• Visa – Guarantee that you’ve got the suitable visa. However for Philippine Passport Holders we’ve visa-free entry to Hong Kong and Taiwan. And each nations at the moment are open to vacationers no matter your vaccination standing.
• E-Journey Doc – Should you’re flying from the Philippines, you might be required to register and fill out the shape at etravel.gov.ph  It’s essential to do that earlier than you fly abroad journey and earlier than you fly again to the Philippines.
• Vaccination Certificates – I introduced my LGU vaccination certificates, however nobody requested for it. Convey your vaccination certificates, vax cert, or the yellow vaccination passport  in case the Immigration within the Philippines or employees on the airline check-in counter asks for it. Nonetheless, Resort World Cruises One is open to all passengers no matter their vaccination standing. However I might extremely encourage that you just get vaccinated since you’ll mingle with tons of different vacationers from throughout onboard.
• Copy of Flights, Cruise Reserving, and Cruise Itinerary – You have to safe a replica of those for Immigration functions. You may print it or save a digital copy in case the Immigration Officers ask for it.

Essential: In case you are touring with a toddler however you aren’t the authorized guardian, or you might be touring with a toddler that has a special household identify from the dad and mom, or a minor illegitimate baby is touring with the organic father solely, please consult with required journey clearance for Filipino Minors HERE.

PACKING TIPS

 WHAT TO BRING

Pack such as you would for a resort trip. Costume comfortably, but additionally think about the season/local weather of your vacation spot. Convey not less than one formal or semi-formal outfit for formal eating and watching the exhibits.

• Convey swimwear in case you plan on swimming within the pool.
• Convey trainers  in case you plan to make use of the health club. Convey trekking sneakers if you’re becoming a member of the shore tour that includes mountaineering.
• Convey sunblock, sun shades, and hats to guard your self from the solar.
• Convey money (Hong Kong and Taiwan {Dollars}). Whereas they settle for Philippine Peso onboard, they have to convert it first to Hong Kong {Dollars} earlier than changing to Taiwan {Dollars}. It’s best to carry HKD and Taiwan Greenback to keep away from extra conversion fees. I didn’t see any ATM on board, so be sure to stack up money (HKD or Taiwan {Dollars}) earlier than boarding the ship. You may withdraw HKD at Hong Kong Airport ATMs.
• Convey Water Flask. This may come in useful if you wish to refill and produce juice from The Lido to your room or throughout your shore tour.

WHAT NOT TO BRING

There are prohibited objects on board, and they’re strict about it. They may seize the merchandise and hold it within the protected. Nonetheless, you possibly can nonetheless declare and acquire it after the cruise.

• Extension wires – You aren’t purported to carry this on board. You’re solely allowed to make use of the sockets in your stateroom/cabin.
• Vape/E-cigarettes – Solely common cigarettes are allowed onboard. Use the designated smoking areas.
• Drone – Whereas my drone was capable of undergo safety with out being confiscated. I do know that flying it whereas onboard is prohibited, whether or not cruising or even when the ship is docked. Drone flying is allowed in Hong Kong, however Taiwan at the moment has a NO DRONE coverage.
• Fruits and different Uncooked Meals –  You’re not allowed to move fruits, greens, or uncooked meals to a different nation as they could carry international bugs that will destroy the crops of the place you might be visiting. This will likely be confiscated on the airport or port of entry.

CHECK-IN PROCEDURE

Resorts World One Cruise ship homeport is Kai Tak Cruise Terminal in Hong Kong.  That is the place you’ll board the ship. So, sure, you could fly to Hong Kong from the Philippines or wherever nation you might be from. Then, you possibly can proceed to Kai Tak Cruise Terminal alongside Victoria Harbor. You may go there by taxi, Seize, or bus.

It’s advisable to reach there an hour or so earlier than your scheduled journey, as you could line up and undergo Immigration and Safety. Guarantee you’ve gotten all of the journey paperwork with you for the check-in process.

Upon arriving at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal, proceed to the check-in counters. The check-in process is like checking-in on the airport. You will have the choice to check-in your baggage totally free. Your baggage will likely be despatched on to your staterooms. Be certain to carry your journey necessities with you as the baggage could arrive just a few hours later.

Kai Tak Cruise Terminal

IMMIGRATION AND SECURITY

After cruise check-in, proceed to safety and Hong Kong Immigration to your exit stamp. Current your passport and your cruise ticket and itinerary if requested. Keep in mind, no picture or video taking on this space in case you might be documenting your cruise journey. Cease recording, hold your digicam.

STATEROOM CARD

After clearing Safety and Immigration, it is advisable undergo the Cruise Boarding Go. It’s essential to present your passport and duplicate of the cruise ticket to assert your stateroom card. This card accommodates your identify, your stateroom quantity and deck quantity, emergency meeting station, embarkation date, and vessel identify.

The stateroom card is crucial to take pleasure in your cruise. This serves as your entry card to your stateroom and your bank card contained in the cruise ship. Every thing you purchase or eat that isn’t included within the cruise bundle will likely be charged to your stateroom card. And you may settle the costs on the finish of your cruise journey (earlier than disembarking the ship) with money or bank card. So, by no means misplace your stateroom card, it’s your lifeline contained in the cruise ship. If in case you lose it, proceed to reception on Deck 7 and have it cancelled and changed immediately. As anybody who has entry to it could actually cost your card.

BOARDING THE CRUISE SHIP

After claiming your stateroom card, it is advisable move by way of the x-ray process earlier than boarding the ship. Then, as soon as cleared, you possibly can board the ship. There are 2 traces for boarding: the Palace Visitor Line and the road for the remainder of the passengers. Faucet your stateroom card to the digital gadget. Then the employees will get your passport, this can be a customary process. Be sure you have the photocopy of your passport bio web page with it.  Resorts World One cruise ship will hold your passport in the course of the crusing interval, you will get it again after the cruise, earlier than disembarkation. However each time you get off the ship to your Onshore Cruise, you’ll be handed the photocopy of your passport biopage. Verify to ensure it has an exit or entry stamp on it. You’ll present this to the employees and Immigration Officers upon leaving the ship for the day tour.

Proceed to your stateroom and use the entry card to open it. Verify in case your baggage is already exterior your door. If not, anticipate just a few extra minutes earlier than it will get delivered.

WI-FI/INTERNET

However what about Wi-Fi? How do you keep on-line whereas on a cruise? Don’t fret as Resorts World Cruises boast of satellite tv for pc Wi-Fi connection the place you possibly can join from 1-4 units.  You may select between customary and premium charges. And customary fee begins at HKD 118 (₱826).  We have been in a position to make use of this throughout our 3 days 2 nights cruise with Resorts World Cruise One, and I have to say the connection was dependable.

RESORTS WORLD ONE CRUISE SHIP

Measuring 268 meters in size and 32 meters large with 13 decks.  This huge, fine-looking cruise ship was manufactured by Meyer Weft at Papenburg, Germany. Resorts World Cruises One was designed to accommodate the rising Asian cruise market. This ship can billet as much as 1,856 passengers in its 928 staterooms.

Resorts World One

STATEROOMS/CABIN

There are numerous sorts of staterooms (cabins) contained in the cruise ship, that are positioned at Deck 4 to 11.

• Balcony Staterooms
• Oceanview Staterooms
• Inside Staterooms
• Palace Villa
• Palace Penthouse
• Palace Deluxe Suite
• Palace Suite

OCEANVIEW STATEROOMS

We stayed on the Oceanview Staterooms throughout our cruise. It’s a decently sized room, round 13 sq. meters with 2 snug single beds.  The cream wall adorned with minimalist wallpaper and the carpeted ground induced a classy really feel. There’s a double USB port on the bedside, which is immensely useful for charging our telephones and digicam batteries.

Though it doesn’t have a balcony, the ocean view with morning gentle can put you in a great temper once you get up every morning. There’s a small couch excellent for curling up for a great learn or whereas looking your telephone. There may be additionally a flat panel TV connected to the wall with satellite tv for pc packages.

Resorts World One Ocean Stateroom

Our stateroom is supplied with bottled mineral water every day. There may be additionally a kettle and complimentary espresso and tea.

Storage was rigorously deliberate contained in the Oceanview staterooms. Below the mattress, there may be sufficient room to retailer our baggage. There’s a multi-shelved wardrobe to hold our garments and drawers too to maintain our necessities. The wardrobe is conveniently positioned simply exterior the toilet. It’s geared up with a small protected to maintain our valuables.

The toilet could also be compact, nevertheless it was additionally rigorously deliberate to offer you house to maneuver round. There’s a walk-in bathe equipped with shampoo and physique wash on a dispenser. Toiletries comparable to toothbrushes, toothpaste, and cotton buds are offered too.

THE PALACE AT RESORTS WORLD ONE

The Palace is sort of a luxurious ship throughout the ship. It’s an all-suite idea the place palace friends have 24-hour butler concierge service.  It’s meant for many who have extra money to spend in the course of the cruise.  

The Palace

Palace Visitor take pleasure in precedence check-in, non-public lounge, unique entry to The Palace, precedence entry to Manufacturing Reveals, chosen unique Children packages for youngsters between 2-12 years outdated, set meal entitlements at designated specialty eating eating places, Pleased Hour with complimentary drinks, customary Wi-Fi bundle all through the cruise, and extra.

DINING

Resorts World Cruises has 17 eating places and bars. And three of them are inclusive eating places, that means, it’s a part of your cruise bundle, so you possibly can dine there totally free. The remainder are unique eating places, not free, you’ll be charged when you dine there.

RESORTS WORLD ONE INCLUSIVE RESTAURANTS AND BARS

In contrast to the cruise ships I attempted earlier than the place you might be allowed to eat a number of instances in a day at inclusive eating places and bars, at Resorts World One, you possibly can solely dine as soon as each mealtime at inclusive eating places. For instance, you already  dined at The Lido for lunch, in case you eat lunch once more at Dream Eating Room or Pavillion, you’ll be charged. Most eating places can be found for dinner till 9:00 PM solely.

Listed below are the eating places that you could attempt totally free as soon as each meal throughout your cruise with Resorts World One.

• THE LIDO AND LIDO GRILL
• Location: Deck 12 Aft
• Open Hours: 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

That is the largest and our most frequented inclusive restaurant serving Chinese language dishes and Western cuisines. Additionally they have afternoon snacks right here and midnight snacks. However they’re solely open till 9:00 PM. Midnight snacks open at 10:30 PM.

• PAVILLION DINING ROOM
• Location: Deck 6 Mid
• Open Hours: 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

That is one other inclusive restaurant inside Resort World One. They serve full-course Chinese language meals. Haven’t tried consuming right here although.

The Dream Eating Room

• DREAM DINING ROOM
• Location: Deck 6 Aft
• Open Hours: 6:30 AM – 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

In case you are craving full-course Western meals and Chinese language Dishes, that is the place to be. We had dinner right here as soon as, and the pasta was okay.

RESORTS WORLD ONE EXCLUSIVE RESTAURANTS, CAFES, AND BARS

Right here’s a listing of eating places, cafes, and bars that you could attempt in Resort World One. Take notice that eating right here will incur common fees. The charges will likely be charged to your Resort World Stateroom Card, so be sure to have it helpful. You may settle the invoice on the concierge earlier than the top of your journey. The situation and the opening hours of the eating places are posted close to the elevator.

• BLUE LAGOON
• Meals: Hawker Southeast Asian Meals (Should-try is their laksa)
• Location: Deck 7 Mid
• Open Hours: 11:00 PM – 11:00 AM

• LOBBY CAFÉ
• Meals: Pastries and bread
• Location: Deck 7 Mid
• Open Hours: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

• MOZARELLA RISTORANTE AND PIZZA
• Meals: Traditional Italian pizza and dishes with a Japanese twist
• Location: Deck 7 Mid
• Open Hours: 11:00 PM – 11:00 AM

Matcha Ice

• MATCHA ICE
• Meals: Matcha Ice cream and matcha desserts
• Location: Deck 7 Mid
• Open Hours: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

• THE LITTLE CAKE CAFÉ
• Meals: Muffins and artisanal candies
• Location: Deck 7 Mid
• Open Hours: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

• BREADBOX
• Meals: Bread and pastries
• Location: Deck 7 Mid
• Open Hours: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

• SILK ROAD
• Meals: Chinese language Cuisines (Advantageous Eating)
• Location: Deck 7 Mid
• Open Hours: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

• VINTAGE ROOM
• Meals: Western Cuisines
• Location: Deck 7 Mid
• Open Hours: 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Umi Uma Japanese meals

• UMI UMA
• Meals: Japanese meals
• Location: Deck 8 Mid
• Open Hours: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM , 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

• HOTPOT
• Meals: hotpots and drinks
• Location: Deck 8 Aft
• Opening Hours: 5:30 PM -9:00 PM

• PALM COURT
• Meals: Drinks (beers and cocktails)
• Location: Deck 12 Ahead

• GELATERIA
• Meals: Gelato and Ice cream
• Location: Deck 12 Mid
• Open Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

• SUNDECK BAR
• Meals: Drinks (beer and cocktails)
• Location: Dec 13 Ahead
• Open Hours: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM, 11:30 PM – 10:00 PM

• SEAFOOD GRILL
• Meals: out of doors scorching pot eating of seafood, meat, and vegetarian alternatives
• Location: Deck 13 Ahead
• Open Hours: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

RESORTS WORLD ONE AMENITIES

You’ll by no means run out of issues to do whereas on a cruise with Resorts World One. There’s a plethora of actions right here whereas on board and you’ll take pleasure in a number of facilities specifically crafted for friends.

INDOOR FACILITIES

• BOUTIQUES (DECK 7 & 8)
• CANDY KINGDOM (Deck 8)
• SPA (Deck 12)
• SALON (Deck 12)
• GYMN (Deck 12)
• THE ZONE (Deck 12)
• ESC EXPERIENCE CLUB (Deck 12)
• PHOTO CORNER (Deck 12)
• LITTLE DREAMER’S CLUB (Deck 13)

The Boutiques

Whereas on board, you possibly can browse The Boutiques at Deck 7 and eight.  They promote genuine branded baggage, fragrance, watches, and jewellery, amongst others. What I like about purchasing on cruise ships is that the merchandise are tax and responsibility free.

Fitness center

There may be additionally a health club on Deck 12 if you wish to burn the energy from consuming all day.  They actually have a spa if you wish to rejuvenate.

Your youngsters will be capable of take pleasure in right here in addition to they the Little Dreamer’s Membership at Deck 13 to maintain them entertained. It’s free for two hours.

Adults can have enjoyable and play video games at Resorts World One  cruise ship too! The Zone at Deck 12 is the place you possibly can play console video games and board video games, whereas the ESC Expertise Lab is the place you’ll get to play arcade video games.

ENTERTAINMENT

• ZODIAC THEATER (Deck 7)
• MAHJONG LOUNGE (Deck 7)
• PREMIUM ROOM (Deck 7)
• INTERNATIONAL ROOM (Deck 8)
• GENTING CLUB (Deck 10)
• [email protected] (Deck 12 & 7)
• ESC EXPERIENCE LAB (Deck 12)

However if you’re into the intense sort of gaming, try the Genting Membership, RW @Sea, Premium Room, and Worldwide Room. You can even play Bingo on the Grand Piazza  – the ship’s exercise venue at Deck 7.

Resorts World One is loaded with onboard leisure, you’ll get to benefit from the nightly theater exhibits at the Zodiac Theater beginning at 7:00 PM, 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM.   They’ve Broadway-style productions and comedy exhibits. Be mesmerized by gifted singers, musicians, and dancers performing in the course of the exhibits. You may stroll in, no reservation required, since they’re on a primary come first serve foundation. And these exhibits are totally free, a part of your cruise bundle.

The Zodiac Theater

OUTDOOR FACILITIES

• BOARDWALK (Deck 7)
• PARTHENON POOL (Deck 12)
• SPORTS PLEX (Deck 12)
• CAESAR’S SLIDE (Deck 12)
• JOGGING TRACK (Deck 13)

If you wish to savor recent air, you possibly can head to the Jogging Monitor at Deck 13, the place you are able to do early morning jogging, working, or strolling. Additionally they have a Sports activities Plex, the place you possibly can play basketball. They open from 10:00 AM till 8:00 PM.

Parthenon Pool

And naturally, the preferred out of doors amenities of Resorts World One is the Parthenon Pool the place friends can swim at its Greek-themed pool. They are often crowded although, so be early. It’s open from 8:00 AM till 10:00 PM. It’s best to see its pastel colours at evening, so pleasing to the attention. Additionally, don’t miss Caesar’s Slide, a enjoyable waterslide beside the Parthenon Pool.

RESORTS WORLD ONE SHORE EXCURSION

When you could also be tempted to simply loosen up and revel in Resort World’s One amenities and actions, benefit from the shore excursions being provided right here. Shore excursions are pre-arranged excursions by cruise ships. Since a lot of the ports are fairly removed from the standard touristy locations of every vacation spot, it may be onerous to discover by yourself, and infrequently these packages are fairly distinctive from the standard tour packages.

What I like about reserving shore excursions immediately with the cruise ship firm is, it’s hassle-free, since they’ll handle all the pieces – the switch between the ship and land, the tour guides, and the meals. They may also be certain that you’ll return on time earlier than the ship departs, so, in case of unexpected circumstances, the cruise ship will anticipate you. In contrast to in case you do DIY Journey or e-book your tour with a journey company exterior of the cruise ship, you’ll be accountable if you find yourself being late.

Throughout our 3 days and a pair of nights cruise with Resorts World One, we availed ourselves of two Shore Excursions. Take notice that this isn’t a part of your cruise bundle, you’ll have to e-book and pay for this individually. You may method the Reception/Concierge for help.

IMPORTANT: Earlier than you permit resorts World One cruise ship for the shore tour, declare a stamped photocopy of your passport from the employees. They may normally arrange a desk for this close to the midship elevator.

DAY 1

KAOSHIUNG TOUR: SCENIC CIJIN ISLAND

An ideal day journey from Kaohsiung is Cijin Island (additionally spelled as Chijin or Qijin). It’s a part of the unique core of Kaohsiung established by Hsu Ah-hua, a fisherman who sought shelter right here from the storm.  Cijin Island is oozing with vacationer spots, and we received to go to a few of them in the course of the Shore Tour.

I’ll write a extra detailed submit concerning the Resorts World One Shore Tour however let me provide you with a listing of the locations we visited on Cijin Island.

• Cijin Island
• Cihou
• Kaoshiung Lighthouse
• Chihou Fort
• Cijin Seaside
• Qi Jin Previous Road

Close by Vacationer Sights in Kaoshiung:

Earlier than and after hopping on a Snoopy ferry to Cijin Islands, listed here are some locations in mainland Kaohsiung that we visited:

Kaohsiung, Taiwan

• Banana Riverside Group Restaurant
• Warehouse No.2
• Echo Throughout the Harbor
• Nice Harbor Bridge
• Liuhe Night time Market

How a lot is the Resorts World One Shore Tour? There are a few non-obligatory shore excursions excursions for Kaoshiung, and the worth varies relying on the tour. For the Cijin Island Tour, right here is the tour value:

Kaohsiung Lighthouse

Different Kaohsiung Shore Excursions:

• Kaohsiung Highlights
• Kaohsiung Buying and Connoisseur Tour
• The Better of Tainan
• Discovery Tour with Night time Market
• Be my Visitor at Pineapple Farm

DAY 2

KAOSHIUNG TOUR: NORTH PENGHU TOUR

Been to Kaohsiung earlier than, however by no means heard of Penghu.  For Day 2 of Shore Tour with Resorts World One Cruises, we explored North Penghu, its  basalt columns, and quaint villages.

Locations to Go to in Penghu:

• Tianyu Temple
• Magung Delicacies
• Daguoye Columnar Basalt
• Erkan Conventional Village
• Penghu Nice Bridge

For the North Penghu Tour by way of Resorts World One Cruises Shore Tour, right here’s the speed:

Different Penghu Shore Excursions:

• Penghu Aqua Farm and Seafood Tour
• Penghu Scenic Tour

PENGHU ISLAND TOURS:

PENGHU TRANSPORT:

DISEMBARKATION

On the finish of your cruise journey, it is advisable disembark the ship. And right here is find out how to do it:

SETTLE YOUR BILLS. Head to Reception, current your stateroom card/entry card, and settle your invoice utilizing money or bank card.

CLAIM YOUR PASSPORT. The evening earlier than your scheduled departure, declare your passport. You probably have already settled your invoice, they need to hand it to you. If not, it is advisable pay first the costs you incurred in your stateroom card. The employees will depart directions in your mattress. Simply comply with it. Throughout our tour, we have been instructed to assert it on the desk they arrange close to the elevator at midship from 7:00 PM to midnight the evening earlier than our disembarkation. However we forgot about it! As a result of we have been busy packing our garments. If that occurs, you possibly can declare it the subsequent day at reception on Deck 7, no worries. Simply declare it early within the morning, to keep away from lengthy traces and additional delays.

LEAVE YOUR LUGGAGE AT YOUR DOOR. Pack your issues the evening earlier than your departure. You may depart your baggage exterior your stateroom door and your cabin attendant will decide it up for check-in. Be certain at hand carry your valuables, medicines, and devices. Don’t forget, DO NOT pack the garments, undergarments, sneakers, or sandals that you just plan to put on the subsequent day.

GO TO THE MEET UP PLACE FOR DISEMBARKATION. Be aware of your meet up time and venue for disembarkation.  Be there not less than 30  minutes earlier than disembarkation to keep away from delays. Often, it’s on the Grand Piazza on Deck 7.

PREPARE YOUR STATEROOM CABIN CARD AND PASSPORT. Be sure you have your passport and stateroom cabin card in helpful. You want this when exiting the ship and once you move by way of Immigration.

EXIT THE SHIP. Look forward to the announcement whether it is okay to disembark the ship already. Then, exit the ship.

CLAIM YOUR LUGGAGE. You may declare your baggage on the Baggage Space exterior the ship earlier than you undergo Immigration and Safety.

GO THROUGH IMMIGRATION AND SECURITY. Put together your journey paperwork and passport. Undergo Immigration and Safety. To enter Hong Kong once more the place it is advisable fly again to your subsequent vacation spot or nation of origin, it is advisable fill out the entry type.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)

 WHY CRUISE?

Now we have this preconceived notion that solely the wealthy can go on a cruise. Since it is advisable break the financial institution to have the ability to afford a cruise. However instances are altering, and nowadays, cruise journeys are extra fairly priced than ever. Should you take the time to calculate what’s included within the cruise bundle versus a daily journey abroad, you will see that that the worth distinction isn’t that vast.

For instance:

I’ll write a extra detailed submit concerning the pattern finances when taking a Resorts World One cruise. However it’s potential to not break the financial institution when cruising. Should you dine in at inclusive eating places solely and drink solely the drinks offered at inclusive eating places.

Additionally, Resorts World One sails to visa-free nations for Filipinos and different ASEAN Passport holders, so much less trouble. You shouldn’t have to fret about visa processing. Additionally they sail all year long, verify their cruise schedule at their official web site.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE RESORTS WORLD ONE TICKET PRICE

If you e-book a cruise ticket for Resorts World One, the cruise bundle contains usually contains your stateroom/ cabin, port charges, exhibits and leisure onboard, actions, drinks, and meals (inclusive eating places), use of amenities comparable to pool, health club, and so on. If you wish to keep away from additional fees for the meals, dine in at inclusive eating places solely (The Lido and Lido Grill, Pavilion, and Dream Eating Room), one time per meal. Check with the main points above below the Inclusive Eating places sections.

HOW MUCH IS THE GRATUITY FEE? IS TIPPING REQUIRED?

A required gratuity  payment of HKD 450 (₱3,148) will likely be charged individually. You may settle this a day earlier than you disembark the ship.  If you wish to tip a employees, you possibly can nonetheless make extra ideas at your discretion. Should you resolve to take action, a $10-$15 tip per particular person per day is cheap.

IS CRUISING SAFE?

Sure. Cruise ships are designed and operated in strict compliance with worldwide legislation. All of the employees endure rigorous coaching earlier than they’ll board the ship.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I GET SICK ORS THERE IS A MEDICAL EMERGENCY?

There are licensed medical doctors, nurses, and medical practitioners onboard in case you want medical consideration. Often, the ships flip again or go to the closest port if there’s a medical emergency to allow them to switch the passenger to the closest hospital.

DO I NEED TO GET OFF THE SHIP AND JOIN THE SHORE EXCURSION?

No. Shore excursions are non-obligatory. You will have the choice to affix or to not be part of the day tour. It’s as much as you.

 TRAVEL TIPS AND REMINDERS

Muster Station

At all times verify in case your clock is ready to native time. Keep in mind, there might be a time distinction between your nation of origin and the place you might be visiting.

In most nations, bringing fruits, greens, flowers, rocks, and sand are prohibited.

Familiarize your self with the cruise ship. Be aware of the fireplace exit, stairways, evacuation location, life vest location and lifeboat places. Attend the protection/muster drill earlier than the ship sails so you possibly can study concerning the correct procedures in case of emergency. You will need to study the precise location of your muster station.

Wash your fingers. At all times wash your fingers earlier than consuming or after doing actions to assist forestall unfold of illness attributable to germs, micro organism, and virus.

Follow the LNT Precept. Depart no hint. Depart what you discover, don’t acquire rocks and sand out of your journey. Dispose your trash correctly. Don’t throw something within the ocean. Aircraft forward and put together. Be thoughtful of different guests aboard the ship.

At all times carry your stateroom card. Be sure you all the time carry your stateroom card with you. Don’t lose it.

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