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Hwajing 34th-anniversary charter cruises

KUALA LUMPUR, 11 July 2023: Hwajing Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd is celebrating its 34 anniversary, and to mark the occasion, it recently announced a  “Charter Cruise Promo” featuring three charter cruises out of Port Klang and Penang.

Hwajing, a pioneer of cruise sales in the Malaysia tourism market, said it was a thank you to loyal guests who had supported the company during the pandemic travel pause.

The company is selling three-day, two-night sailings at MYR499 on three charters on the Costa Crociere Costa Serena, scheduled for January 2024.

Sailing itinerary departing from Port Klang

17 January, 2024 – 3D2N Port Klang-Penang-Port Klang (Wed) 19 January, 2024 – 4D3N Port Klang-Penang-Phuket-Port Klang (Fri) 22 January, 2024 – 4D3N Port Klang-Penang-Phuket-Port Klang (Mon)

Sailing itinerary departing from Penang

18 January, 2024 – 3D2N Penang-Port Klang-Penang (Thu) 20 January, 2024 – 4D3N Penang-Phuket-Port Klang-Penang (Sat) 23 January, 2024 – 3D2N Penang-Phuket-Port Klang (1-Way) (Tue)

Special rates starting at MYR499 for the three-day sailings are on offer from now until 31 July 2023

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(Source: Hwajing Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd)

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Hwajing creates history in Southeast Asia by chartering a cruise ship for its rebranding

Inaugural sailing of SuperStar Gemini in conjunction with the rebranding of Hwajing Travel and Tours.

PENANG – Hwajing Travel and Tours Sdn. Bhd. celebrated the New Year with a historical event. The company was the first in Malaysia and South East Asia to charter a cruise ship for its maiden voyage. Setting sail from Penang Swettenham Port, the SuperStar Gemini was used for a grand inaugural launch, which was attended and witnessed by the Chief Minister of Penang Lim Guan Eng , accompanied by Senior Vice President – Sales, Star Cruises Michael Goh , Managing Director of Hwajing Travel and Tours Kenny Cheong Ken Lee , guests as well as Penang population.

The refurbished SuperStar Gemini was to set off on its maiden voyage to Phuket and Krabi. The 50,764-tonne passenger cruise vessel from Star Cruises is proudly chartered by Hwajing Travel and Tours. More than 1,000 guests boarded the vessel to experience a 4D/3N tour.

The new SuperStar Gemini comes with a 1,532-passenger capacity and houses 766 luxury guest cabins in a variety of layouts with ergonomic ocean view staterooms, smartly styled junior suites and deluxe executive suites. The vessel boasts a shopping area of over 6,000 square feet, providing a one-of-a-kind premium duty-free shopping experience.

Passengers can look forward to a broad range of up-market duty-free watches, jewellery and handbags during their cruise. The inaugural sailing of SuperStar Gemini is also in conjunction with the rebranding of Hwajing Travel and Tours.

Speaking at the inaugural launch ceremony, Kenny Cheong Ken Lee, Managing Director of Hwajing Travel and Tours said, “This maiden voyage of the SuperStar Gemini marks a whole new beginning for Hwajing Travel and Tours. For more than 20 years, Hwajing has been innovating to offer the most rewarding travelling experience and outstanding service for our customers.

Today we also celebrate 20 years of strong partnership with Star Cruises in blazing the trails of cruise travelling in this region. With this inaugural sailing and Hwajing’s new brand image, we invite everyone to experience life together with us as we seek to deliver an extraordinary travelling experience.”

“Being the first charterer of Superstar Gemini’s inaugural voyage is even more significant as January is well-known to be the slowest season in cruise traveling. Like in any other of our confrontation with challenges, Hwajing’s relentless focus drives us to achieve another seemingly impossible mission, transforming the business challenges into opportunities. We are truly proud of the result today, which is to charter a cruise during this low season,” added Cheong.

Another positive note for the cruise industry is the gradual shift of cruise travelers from Europe and America to Asia. Penang Swettenham Port, with a reputation as the best port of call in this region, is emerging to be one of the most popular onshore excursions in Asia cruise market due to its premium port facilities and its location close to the heart of the beautiful city itself.

Cheong remarked, “Indeed, we are marching into a golden era of cruise traveling in Asia. With the rise of Asia’s economic power and other driving factors such as premium port facilities, route planning and riveting tourist attractions, the number of Asia cruise passengers is expected to reach 7 million by 2015, making Asia the world’s most flourishing source of travellers.”

Between 24th January and 1st February 2013, the vessel will go on a 7D/6N cruise package from Singapore, calling on Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang and Hong Kong. SuperStar Gemini’s final route will be from Sanya, Hainan China calling at Da Nang, Halong Bay and Hong Kong over 26 cruises from 1st February 2013 to 31st March 2013. From April to October 2013, the vessel will commence its summer port deployment in Shanghai and continues to cruise to other locations of Asia.

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Luc Citrinot a French national is a freelance journalist and consultant in tourism and air transport with over 20 years experience. Based in Paris and Bangkok, he works for various travel and air transport trade publications in Europe and Asia.

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[INSIGHT] HWAJING TRAVEL & TOURS SDN. BHD.’S TOUR PACKAGES ONBOARD STAR CRUISES SUPERSTAR LIBRA

Prewarning: this is a super long post to share what you need to know while traveling onboard superstar libra and more..

After so many years of contemplating if I should go on a cruise for a vacation, I had finally decided to join Hwajing Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd. ’s 4D3N package cruise on Star Cruises – SuperStar Libra . It was a Penang-Port Klang-Phuket-Penang cruise experience onboard where one would not have to worry further as accommodation and meals are all provided in the package. For any gourmet or gourmand, cruising onboard SuperStar Libra could be such heavenly culinary experiences from having a refined gastronomy palate to eat-until-you-drop buffet spreads. For the rest, it could just be the finding of peace, calmness and tranquility in slowing down life and spending valuable time with their loved ones and friends.

Before moving into a more refined preview onboard, let’s have a look at what made Hwajing Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd., an established travel and tour company with almost 3 decades of handling cruise packages, the perfect choice for your cruising needs. Other than offering a niche for luxurious modern cruises at affordable prices, the company also caters perfectly to the needs of its customers in terms of various vacationing styles and experiences – the latest being their first ever “Royal High Tea” experience onboard Star Cruises – SuperStar Libra. Each of their registered passengers would be invited to their “Exclusive Royal High Tea” at Four Seasons Restaurant onboard, served by well-trained steward attendants, clad in traditional steward outfit, white gloves and napkins. The best news is, it’s REFILLABLE within the 2-hour stipulated time frame. Hwajing Royal High Tea Invitation Card would be handed out at the check-in counter. You are advised to proceed to the Four Seasons Restaurant to make your reservation. There would be 2 sessions (1st seating: 10.00am-11.00am, 2nd seating: 2.30pm-3.30pm) available daily and your IMMEDIATE registration for your slot is required to avoid any disappointment.

Basically, you would be served with your choice of tea from a selection of English Breakfast (prevention of cancer & kidney stone), Earl Grey (anti-anxiety, anti-depression & prevention of heart disease), Pure Peppermint (sinus & stomach problem relieves) or Pure Green Tea (anti-oxidant & anti-inflammatory).

Then, a 3-tier serving tray with delicious canapes of entrée, Hors d’oeuvre and sweet temptation, would be presented to you to be shared between 2 persons. The First Tier (Entree) would consist of Prawn Fritter, Savory Quiche and Baked Mushroom Mini Pie. The Second Tier (Hors d’oeuvre) would consist of Mini Ratatouille on Tart, Smoked Salmon on Brioche, Aloo Vada on Prata Bread, Smoked Duck on Mini Baguette, Camenbert Cheese on Rye Roll, Tuna Mousse on Croissant Roll and Spiced Squid with Caramelized Onion. Finally, the Third Tier (Sweet Temptation) would consist of Cupcake, Fruit Tart, Red Velvet, Cheese Cake, Creme Brulee, Rainbow Macaron, English Fruitcake and Scones with Jam Marmalade.

SuperStar Libra consists of 10 decks where most of the time you would be spending on Deck 4, Deck 5, Deck 6, Deck 9 and Deck 10. You can click to enlarge the diagrams shown below for clearer views.

Here’s the summary of the location for all your leisure needs.

DINING & BEVERAGES:

For dining or drinking purposes, whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, tea, dinner or supper, please check the Star Navigator for the allocated time. SuperStar Libra has 6 restaurants and 2 bars available for all your gastronomical and refreshment needs.

MARINERS BUFFET (INTERNATIONAL BUFFET – PORK & LARD FREE): DECK 9 AFT This family-friendly restaurant offers an international buffet serving popular dishes from around the globe.

FOUR SEASONS RESTAURANT (WESTERN CUISINE – PORK & LARD FREE): DECK 4 MID You can explore the fantastic menu at Four Seasons Restaurant which serves a wide choice of both Asian and Western dishes.

SPICES (HALAL CERTIFIED BY JAKIM – REQUIRED PAYMENT FOR NON-MUSLIMS): DECK 10 AFT Spices is a relaxed dining space and serves a wide choice of Asian cuisines suitable for all ages.

BLUE LAGOON (HALAL CERTIFIED BY JAKIM – 24 HOURS – REQUIRED PAYMENT): DECK 10 AFT The restaurant is open 24 hours a day and serving popular Asian specialties with a touch of local Malaysian fare.

OCEAN PALACE (CHINESE CUISINE): DECK 4 AFT This elegant dining space serves delicious Asian and opulent Chinese fare.

TAIPAN (CHINESE CUISINE – REQUIRED PAYMENT): DECK 4 AFT When you need a little privacy with exclusive dishes to entertain your family members or clients, Taipan could be that sophisticated Chinese restaurant with offering of classic dishes, discreet services and comfortable ambiance.

POOLSIDE BAR (REQUIRED PAYMENT): DECK 9 AFT This bar has an extensive drink list with great offers all the time. You could always order some great deals to be enjoyed throughout your cruising period just next to the pool.

COCONUT WILLY’S (REQUIRED PAYMENT): DECK 10 FWD When you are seeking a breezy spot on the upper deck to enjoy some beverages with the company of friends or family, Coconut Willy’s will be the ideal place. You might even get some live music on most evenings.

ENTERTAINMENTS:

CRYSTAL COURT: DECK 4 MID

STARDUST LOUNGE: DECK 5 FWD

GALAXY OF THE STARS: DECK 5 AFT

GENTING REWARDS CLUB: DECK 5 MID

SKYLINE KTV: DECK 10 FWD

BOOMER’S DISCO: DECK 8 AFT

3D WALL ART PHOTOGRAPHY: DECK 5 MID & DECK 9 FWD

RECREATION & WELL-BEING: Please take note that some of the activities might require payment. Rules & regulations apply. Please check the Star Navigator for some of the group activities available daily at different designated decks.

SWIMMING POOLS & JACUZZI: DECK 9 MID

TABLE-TENNIS: DECK 9 FWD

BASKETBALL COURT: DECK 6 AFT

GOLF DRIVING RANGE: DECK 10 FWD

JOGGING TRACK: DECK 6 (EXTERIOR)

FITNESS CENTRE & SPA: DECK 10 FWD

FOOT REFLEXOLOGY: DECK 7 MID

OTHER SERVICES:

MEDICAL CENTRE: DECK 1 FWD

PORTHOLE (CHILD CARE CENTRE): DECK 3 FWD

BEAUTY SALON: DECK 4 MID

RECEPTION COUNTER & FOREIGN EXCHANGE: DECK 4 MID

SHORE EXCURSION COUNTER: DECK 4 MID (Please read the Information & Guidelines below)

ONBOARD SHOPPING:

CRYSTAL COURT (DAILY OFFER): DECK 4 MID

PORT O’ CALLS: DECK 4 MID

HOT SPOT DUTY FREE, WATCHES, JEWELLERY & STAR BOUTIQUE: DECK 4 MID

To ensure a safe, enjoyable, memorable and stress-free journey with Hwajing Travel and Tours Sdn. Bhd.’s 5D4N or 4D3N overseas cruise packages onboard SuperStar Libra, please READ THROUGH all the details as provided below.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION & GUIDELINES

1. CHECK YOUR IMMIGRATION STATUS TO TRAVEL ABROAD (FOR MALAYSIANS): Before purchasing your cruise package, please check if you’re being barred from leaving the country. This is to avoid any embarrassment at the Immigration Check Point (Find the reasons here). a. Visit http://sspi.imi.gov.my/sspi/ b. Enter your Nombor Kad Pengenalan (IC number) in the text field c. Click the “Semak” (Check) button d. If the status appeared as “Tiada Halangan” (No restriction), you’re clear to travel.

2. CHECK YOUR TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: a. Your ORIGINAL Passport (more than 6 months of validity) b. A PHOTOCOPY of your passport (for identification purpose on foreign land) c. Original Visa for foreigner passport holder (if required) d. Boarding Confirmation Slip

3. BAGGAGE CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT a. Passengers who wish to check-in their luggage would need to find the signage towards the baggage check-in area at the respective port. Most of the time, it would be at the lower ground of the terminal building. Each passenger would be given a tag for baggage claims after checking in their baggage. However, it’s HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to carry your own to avoid congestion and delay in receiving them. b. All baggage would be delivered to your cabin within an hour. Failing so in certain unexpected scenario, passengers are advised to contact the Concierge at the Reception Counter at Deck 4 Mid or dial “00” from your cabin. c. Passengers are to ensure that their baggage is to be locked properly and no important travel documents and valuables are to be left inside. d. For checking out of your LOCKED baggage, please refer to the Star Navigator for the collection time from your cabin. For safety reasons, plastic bags and open bags would not be entertained.

4. CRUISE FARE INFORMATION – Cruise Fare is INCLUSIVE of Accommodation, Meals (Mariners Buffet, Four Season Restaurant, Ocean Palace), Facilities (Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi, Sport Deck) and Travel Insurance & Tour Fare Protections. – Cruise Fare is EXCLUSIVE of On-board Tipping, Beverages Orders, Optional Shore Excursions, All Personal Expenses, Visa Fees (if required) Rental of Game, Conference Facilities, Internet Facilities & others.

5. EMBARKMENT PORT/PORT OF CALL a. PENANG: Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal (GPS: 5.418844, 100.345264) b. PORT KLANG: Boustead Cruise Centre (GPS: 2.984334, 101.336807) c. LANGKAWI: Langkawi Star Cruises Jetty aka Jeti Star Cruises Langkawi (GPS: 6.259932, 99.735568) d. PHUKET: The Port of Call will depend on the tropical weather and tides during certain months of the year. – Patong Beach (Anchorage – roughly between November to April depending on their latest and updated passage): Ferry shuttle transfer to unnamed pier (GPS: 7.887548, 98.288576) in front of Avantika Boutique Hotel, Patong Beach, Phuket, Thailand. – Phuket Deep Sea Port @ Chaophaya Terminal International Co. Ltd., Phuket, Thailand (GPS: 7.820233, 98.404803). There would be ferry shuttle transfer if the tide is too low for berthing.

6. CURRENCY USED a. Onboard: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR/RM) – All payments to be charged to your Access Card and to be cleared via credit/debit card prior to check-out. b. Thailand: Thai Baht (THB) – Advisable to get a better exchange rate onshore before embarking, though it could still be done at the Reception Counter at Deck 4 Mid onboard at a slightly lower rate.

7. LANGUAGE USED ONBOARD : ENGLISH but there might be more than 40 nationalities working onboard to assist you if you have any language barrier.

8. TYPES OF ROOM AVAILABLE : There are 3 types of cabins available, namely Suites (Executive: AA & AB, Junior: AC, AD & ADB), Oceanview Cabins (Deluxe: BA, BAB & BB, Window: CA, CAB, CB & CC, Porthole: CD) and Inside Cabins (DA, DB & DC). There would be 4 rooms specially cater for the Physically Challenged Passengers at Deck 4, thus please make the necessary request when booking. Please be aware that cruise rate would be different based on your cabin choice. You can check on the Virtual Tour of the rooms available.

9. ACCESS CARD – YOUR ALL-IN-ONE CARD : Keep it safe and carry with you at all times. Each passenger would be given one Personalized Access Card with your passport listed Name, Cabin Number, Duration Onboard and Assembly Station imprinted clearly. The Access Card can be use as a. Onboard Identity Card (Access to all onboard restaurants, bar and facilities) b. Onboard Charge Card (Total bill incurred has to be cleared at the Reception Counter before the time stated on the Star Navigator. Only then could you claim your passport back upon check out) c. Key Card (Room Key) d. Embarking & Disembarking Access Card (For the cruise system to record your entering and leaving the ship for security reasons)

10. ONBOARD INTERNET CONNECTION : Almost everyone would want to get connected onboard somehow and there are a few ways you could do that. Here are some of the possible ways to get connected onboard: a. International roaming services from your telco might be switched on automatically (Please switch off when not in use while cruising as you might be charged unnecessarily on your telco bill). b. Purchase your WiFi onboard (Steps would be shown on the poster stand in your cabin – Estimated Cost: RM118 for 72 hours) c. Pre-purchase your onboard WiFi online at least 3 days before your departure and get some discount – Estimated Cost: RM100 for 72 hours). d. Purchase Coffee & Cakes (or Beverages depending on the ongoing promotion) at Crystal Court Deck 4 Mid and get connected – Estimated Cost: RM15 for 2 hours) e. For frequent traveler, you might want to consider getting purchasing Flexiroam X before your trip. Flexiroam X is a microchip which converts your SIM card into Dual SIM. To use it, attach it onto your existing SIM card and activate it through the Flexiroam X App. Then, switch between Flexiroam X network and your home network to enjoy roaming in over 100 countries for a year.

11. SAFETY DRILL REQUIREMENT (MANDATORY) : The International and Maritime Law requires all guests to attend this very important drill at least once. Please collect your lifejackets provided in your cabin and bring together with you to the assigned Assembly Station stated on your Access Card.

12. STAR NAVIGTOR (DAILY PROGRAM) : Star Navigator is an in-house published flyer as your guide for your daily activities. You could find a copy clipped beside your cabin or you could anytime pick up one at the Reception Counter at Deck 4 Mid. The daily printed flyer would show the daily available time for all activities, operation time for each eatery, services and facilities available for the day as well as some important announcement for the day.

13. SHORE EXCURSION (TENDERING BOAT TICKET) : Guests are advised to purchase their shore excursion choices at the Shore Excursion Counter as early as possible due to limitation of seats available for respective excursion. You are also advised to acquire the respective excursion sticker in advance at the respective counter as advised. Please do check clearly on which local time (e.g. Thailand Time) to take note on to avoid missing your transportation back to the ship. Some of the choices might include Shore Excursions at Penang , Port Klang , Langkawi & Phuket . (Please click on the respective link for other options).

14. DRESS CODE : You are free to dress as you wish, comfortably and casually, based on the environment, destination or occasion. However, for the use of certain facilities onboard, you have to adhere to the Rules & Regulations set by the respective outlet. a. Pool Side: Proper bathing suits and casual shoes (e.g. flip-flops, sandals, sneakers, causal shorts, t-shirt or cover up). b. Fitness Centre: Running shoes, sneakers, extra shorts, t-shirts and socks. c. General Strolling on Decks: Low-heeled, rubber soled or comfortable walking shoes or sandals.

15. NO SMOKING POLICY : Smoking is not allowed in any of the indoor public area except at open decks with smoking signs.

16. BEVERAGES ONBOARD : Please take note that ALL BEVERAGES (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) ordered onboard other than those served at the buffet lines are CHARGEABLE. However, your request for ice cubes or hot water to your cabin from your deck housekeeping team would be on the house.

17. BARRED ITEMS ONBOARD : Due to health and hygiene issue, all outside food, especially cooked or uncooked meat items are not allowed to be brought onboard after your shore excursion. Fruits such as durians, mangosteens and rambutans are STRICTLY PROHIBITED to be bought onboard. All baggage would be screened upon embarking.

18. MISCELLANEOUS : You are advised to bring along anything extra which you might need onboard such as jacket, swimwear, camera, medicine (if required), sportswear, slipper, sun block/tan, hat/cap, sunglasses and international adapter (Please take note that the sockets available onboard would either be 220V Europe 2-Pin Socket and 110V US 3-Pin Socket. It would be great if you could bring along one international adapter plus a multi-socket extension cord for the charging of your multiple devices).

19. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION :

– PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED PASSENGER is advised to submit their request for assistance from the respective cruise ticket purchase agency and/or Reception Counter or dial “00” from your cabin for special embarking and disembarking arrangements. A standby crew would be available to assist in such scenario. You are advised to disembark last for your own safety. There would be 4 rooms specially cater for the Physically Challenged Passengers at Deck 4, thus please make the necessary request when booking.

– All purchases of spirit & wine bottles are to be consumed onboard. You are required to be declared at the Royal Malaysian Custom Counter on any purchased bottle upon disembarking.

– Most of your special requests such as cabin upgrade, prayer mats, express check-out and more could be enquired at the Reception Counter at Deck 4 Mid.

– All the important notices and guidelines would be shown on the daily updated Star Navigator. Please read through carefully on all the details once you get hold of a copy.

– It’s advisable to travel light to avoid the hassle of checking in and claiming your luggage when embarking/disembarking from the ship. Your total baggage weight should not be more than 30kg.

Basically, from now until March 2018, SuperStar Libra would travel on such days as shown below:

For more information, please contact Hwajing Travel and Tours Sdn. Bhd. as below:

KL (HQ): Address: Block N-26, 2nd Floor, Warisan Cityview, Jalan 3/93 A, Batu 21/2 off Jalan Cheras, 56100 Kuala Lumpur. Contact Number: +603-9200 2929 (Phone), +603-9283 6566 (Fax) Business Hours: 9.00am to 6.00pm, 9.00am to 1.00pm (Saturdays) – (Closed on Sundays) Email: [email protected]

Penang (Branch): Address: 15A, Jalan Rangoon, 10400 Penang. Contact Number: +604-229 3566 (Phone), +604-229 0566 (Fax) Business Hours: 9.00am to 6.00pm, 9.00am to 1.00pm (Saturdays) – (Closed on Sundays) Email: [email protected]

Website: www.hwajing.com.my Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/hwajingtravel/

Here are some of the private tours and function we had the privilege to attend as specially invited guests onboard SuperStar Libra:

Bridge Tour : We had an insight on the daily operation of the ship at the bridge of SuperStar Libra where the ship is commanded to be in proper at all times. The bridge is manned by an OOW (Officer of the Watch), aided by an AB (Able Seaman) as the lookout for any obstruction ahead. We were astounded to see so many sophisticated equipment needed to safely navigate such a big ship towards each destination. There were so many devices to monitor such as the radars, sonar, GPS navigation device, ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System), Navtex (Navigational Telex), onboard smoke detection monitor, autopilot system, magnetic compass and more to handle. It’s surely a busy job for all the personnel at the bridge to ensure the safety of all passengers onboard.

Galley Tour : We also had eye-opening experiences exploring the galley (kitchen) of SuperStar Libra where the skilled chefs churned out endless dishes to feed the thousands onboard. There were many procedures and processes within the galley which impressed me, especially how food waste was handled so professionally until nothing was actually wasted. Using the greatest technology available, the galley would also reprocess food waste into nutritional fish feeds and recycle within the ecosystem. Genius! Moreover, it was a wonder how the galley was able to produce delicious cuisine minus the usage of fire onboard. All the pepping up of dishes within the galley is done by only electrical appliances and all dishes are MSG-FREE! The galley also works by the strictest Muslim rule where specific food orders are sent by a specially assigned in-built elevator for Halal dishes. Thumbs up!

Mid-Autumn Festival : We were privileged to create history by becoming the FIRST ever group to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival while sailing on the Andaman Sea on SuperStar Libra. The night was fun-filled with laughter, games and lots of mooncakes. The event was a collaboration of Hwajing Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd., SuperStar Libra and AiFM. The event was also highlighted on TV2’s 华语新闻 on 4 October 2017 at 8.00pm during the actual day of Mid-Autumn Festival.

A big thank you to Hwajing Travel and Tours Sdn. Bhd. and Star Cruises – SuperStar Libra for having us onboard for some memorable experiences.

About Star Cruises – SuperStar Libra : At 42,285 gross registered tons, SuperStar Libra, is 216.3m long and 32.64m wide, with an average cruising speed of 17 knots. SuperStar Libra, is 10-storey high and offers 718 cabins, with 1,436 lower berths. The full range of facilities includes SIX restaurants (Spices, Blue Lagoon – 24-hour Dining Outlets with Asian Specialties, Four Seasons Restaurant, Mariners Buffet, Ocean Palace & Taipan) and TWO bars (Pool Bar & Coconut Willy’s), offering international cuisines and beverages to satisfy all tastes. Leave the cares of the world behind when you step onto this floating holiday resort. SuperStar Libra offers award-winning restaurants, immaculate suites and cabins, duty free shopping, excellent wellness, pampering and sporting facilities, pulsating night spots and traditional Asian hospitality. With the introduction of Star Cruises’ multiple homeports and fly-cruise options, guests in Southeast Asia as well as the region will now have more flexibility and easy access to take a cruise with SuperStar Libra from any of these three well-connected key cities (Penang, the existing homeport, Kuala Lumpur via Port Klang, both in Malaysia as well as Phuket in Thailand), with Kuala Lumpur being the new major aviation hub in Asia.

About hwajing travel and tours sdn. bhd. : hwajing travel and tours sdn. bhd. was established in 1989. the company increased its’ market position in 2001 and 2008 with the introduction of affordable travel plans coupled with operating excellence. hwajing travel and tours sdn. bhd. is committed to provide high quality yet affordable travel packages and experience for the travellers. hwajing is also one of the main travel cruises for asia pacific. in almost 3 decades, hwajing travel and tours sdn. bhd. has gathered a series of high-quality resources, through an elite team to provide the best service to the travellers. it currently has a branch in penang, which is also the existing homeport for superstar libra, with two other new homeports (kuala lumpur via port klang and phuket, thailand) being added in from september 2017 onwards..

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Costa Serena to Homeport in Malaysia in 2024

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The Costa Serena is scheduled to homeport in Malaysia in early 2024.

After concluding its first season in India, the cruise ship will offer three sailings departing from Port Klang in January.

The program is part of a “pilot charter service” by Hwajing Travel & Tours in partnership with Costa Cruises, according to local media reports.

With the Malaysian travel agencies serving as the sole retailer of the sailings, the Costa Serena is scheduled to arrive in Port Klang on January 17.

For its first roundtrip departure from the new homeport, the 2007-built vessel offers a two-night cruise to Penang.

The Costa Serena then offers two additional cruises from Port Klang on January 19 and January 22. Sailing for three nights, the itineraries feature a visit to Phuket, in addition to Penang.

According to TTG Asia, the program has the support of Malaysia’s Ministry of Transport, which expressed its enthusiasm with the vessel homeporting in a national port.

Currently sailing from Taiwan, the Costa Serena is currently the only vessel sailing in Asia for Italy-based Costa Cruises.

After resuming service in May , the 3,000-guest ship has been offering different programs in the region, serving local markets in Taiwan, South Korea and Thailand.

Starting in November, the Costa Serena is also scheduled to offer domestic cruising in India, with a series of itineraries departing from Mumbai .

Operated in partnership with an Indian travel operator, the program includes 23 cruises to Goa, Cochin, the Lakshadweep Islands and more.

Currently one of the oldest ships in Costa Cruises fleet, the Costa Serena originally entered service in 2007.

Built at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy, the 112,000-ton vessel has been dedicated to China and other Asian markets since 2015.

With a series of amenities – including a large wellness center, three pool decks and several restaurants –, the Serena features a themed interior design that draws inspiration from ancient Roman and Greek mythology.

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The Costa Serena is another new cruise ship to visit the Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal early next year.

The 3,000 capacity cruise ship is scheduled to homeport in Port Klang in January 2024.

For its first roundtrip departure from the new homeport, the 2007-built vessel offers a two-night cruise to Penang.

The Costa Serena then offers two additional cruises from Port Klang on January 19 and January 22. Sailing for three nights, the itineraries feature a visit to Phuket, in addition to Penang.

After concluding its first season in India, the cruise ship will offer three sailings departing from Port Klang in January.

The program is part of a “pilot charter service” by Hwajing Travel & Tours in partnership with Costa Cruises, according to local media reports.

With the Malaysian travel agencies serving as the sole retailer of the sailings, the Costa Serena is scheduled to arrive in Port Klang on January 17.

According to TTG Asia, the program has the support of Malaysia’s Ministry of Transport, which expressed its enthusiasm with the vessel homeporting in a national port.

Currently sailing from Taiwan, the Costa Serena is currently the only vessel sailing in Asia for Italy-based Costa Cruises.

After resuming service in May , the 3,000-guest ship has been offering different programs in the region, serving local markets in Taiwan, South Korea and Thailand.

Starting in November, the Costa Serena is also scheduled to offer domestic cruising in India,  with a series of itineraries departing from Mumbai .

Operated in partnership with an Indian travel operator, the program includes 23 cruises to Goa, Cochin, the Lakshadweep Islands and more.

Currently one of the oldest ships in Costa Cruises fleet, the Costa Serena originally entered service in 2007.

Built at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy, the 112,000-ton vessel has been dedicated to China and other Asian markets since 2015.

With a series of amenities – including a large wellness center, three pool decks and several restaurants –, the Serena features a themed interior design that draws inspiration from ancient Roman and Greek mythology.

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Will it be easy to find my way in the Moscow Metro? It is a question many visitors ask themselves before hitting the streets of the Russian capital. As metro is the main means of transport in Moscow – fast, reliable and safe – having some skills in using it will help make your visit more successful and smooth. On top of this, it is the most beautiful metro in the world !

. There are over 220 stations and 15 lines in the Moscow Metro. It is open from 6 am to 1 am. Trains come very frequently: during the rush hour you won't wait for more than 90 seconds! Distances between stations are quite long – 1,5 to 2 or even 3 kilometers. Metro runs inside the city borders only. To get to the airport you will need to take an onground train - Aeroexpress.

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Paper ticket A fee is fixed and does not depend on how far you go. There are tickets for a number of trips: 1, 2 or 60 trips; or for a number of days: 1, 3 days or a month. Your trips are recorded on a paper ticket. Ifyou buy a ticket for several trips you can share it with your traveling partner passing it from one to the other at the turnstile.

On every station there is cashier and machines (you can switch it to English). Cards and cash are accepted. 1 trip - 55 RUB 2 trips - 110 RUB

Tickets for 60 trips and day passes are available only at the cashier's.

60 rides - 1900 RUB

1 day - 230 RUB 3 days - 438 RUB 30 days - 2170 RUB.

The cheapest way to travel is buying Troyka card . It is a plastic card you can top up for any amount at the machine or at the ticket office. With it every trip costs 38 RUB in the metro and 21 RUB in a bus. You can get the card in any ticket office. Be prepared to leave a deposit of 50 RUB. You can get it back returning the card to the cashier.

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At the platfrom you will see one of these signs.

It indicates the line you are at now (line 6), shows the direction train run and the final stations. Numbers below there are of those lines you can change from this line.

In trains, stations are announced in Russian and English. In newer trains there are also visual indication of there you are on the line.

To change lines look for these signs. This one shows the way to line 2.

There are also signs on the platfrom. They will help you to havigate yourself. (To the lines 3 and 5 in this case). 

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The Moscow Metro Museum of Art: 10 Must-See Stations

There are few times one can claim having been on the subway all afternoon and loving it, but the Moscow Metro provides just that opportunity.  While many cities boast famous public transport systems—New York’s subway, London’s underground, San Salvador’s chicken buses—few warrant hours of exploration.  Moscow is different: Take one ride on the Metro, and you’ll find out that this network of railways can be so much more than point A to B drudgery.

The Metro began operating in 1935 with just thirteen stations, covering less than seven miles, but it has since grown into the world’s third busiest transit system ( Tokyo is first ), spanning about 200 miles and offering over 180 stops along the way.  The construction of the Metro began under Joseph Stalin’s command, and being one of the USSR’s most ambitious building projects, the iron-fisted leader instructed designers to create a place full of svet (radiance) and svetloe budushchee (a radiant future), a palace for the people and a tribute to the Mother nation.

Consequently, the Metro is among the most memorable attractions in Moscow.  The stations provide a unique collection of public art, comparable to anything the city’s galleries have to offer and providing a sense of the Soviet era, which is absent from the State National History Museum.  Even better, touring the Metro delivers palpable, experiential moments, which many of us don’t get standing in front of painting or a case of coins.

Though tours are available , discovering the Moscow Metro on your own provides a much more comprehensive, truer experience, something much less sterile than following a guide.  What better place is there to see the “real” Moscow than on mass transit: A few hours will expose you to characters and caricatures you’ll be hard-pressed to find dining near the Bolshoi Theater.  You become part of the attraction, hear it in the screech of the train, feel it as hurried commuters brush by: The Metro sucks you beneath the city and churns you into the mix.

With the recommendations of our born-and-bred Muscovite students, my wife Emma and I have just taken a self-guided tour of what some locals consider the top ten stations of the Moscow Metro. What most satisfied me about our Metro tour was the sense of adventure .  I loved following our route on the maps of the wagon walls as we circled the city, plotting out the course to the subsequent stops; having the weird sensation of being underground for nearly four hours; and discovering the next cavern of treasures, playing Indiana Jones for the afternoon, piecing together fragments of Russia’s mysterious history.  It’s the ultimate interactive museum.

Top Ten Stations (In order of appearance)

Kievskaya station.

Kievskaya Station went public in March of 1937, the rails between it and Park Kultury Station being the first to cross the Moscow River.  Kievskaya is full of mosaics depicting aristocratic scenes of Russian life, with great cameo appearances by Lenin, Trotsky, and Stalin.  Each work has a Cyrillic title/explanation etched in the marble beneath it; however, if your Russian is rusty, you can just appreciate seeing familiar revolutionary dates like 1905 ( the Russian Revolution ) and 1917 ( the October Revolution ).

Mayakovskaya Station

Mayakovskaya Station ranks in my top three most notable Metro stations. Mayakovskaya just feels right, done Art Deco but no sense of gaudiness or pretention.  The arches are adorned with rounded chrome piping and create feeling of being in a jukebox, but the roof’s expansive mosaics of the sky are the real showstopper.  Subjects cleverly range from looking up at a high jumper, workers atop a building, spires of Orthodox cathedrals, to nimble aircraft humming by, a fleet of prop planes spelling out CCCP in the bluest of skies.

Novoslobodskaya Station

Novoslobodskaya is the Metro’s unique stained glass station.  Each column has its own distinctive panels of colorful glass, most of them with a floral theme, some of them capturing the odd sailor, musician, artist, gardener, or stenographer in action.  The glass is framed in Art Deco metalwork, and there is the lovely aspect of discovering panels in the less frequented haunches of the hall (on the trackside, between the incoming staircases).  Novosblod is, I’ve been told, the favorite amongst out-of-town visitors.

Komsomolskaya Station

Komsomolskaya Station is one of palatial grandeur.  It seems both magnificent and obligatory, like the presidential palace of a colonial city.  The yellow ceiling has leafy, white concrete garland and a series of golden military mosaics accenting the tile mosaics of glorified Russian life.  Switching lines here, the hallway has an Alice-in-Wonderland feel, impossibly long with decorative tile walls, culminating in a very old station left in a remarkable state of disrepair, offering a really tangible glimpse behind the palace walls.

Dostoevskaya Station

Dostoevskaya is a tribute to the late, great hero of Russian literature .  The station at first glance seems bare and unimpressive, a stark marble platform without a whiff of reassembled chips of tile.  However, two columns have eerie stone inlay collages of scenes from Dostoevsky’s work, including The Idiot , The Brothers Karamazov , and Crime and Punishment.   Then, standing at the center of the platform, the marble creates a kaleidoscope of reflections.  At the entrance, there is a large, inlay portrait of the author.

Chkalovskaya Station

Chkalovskaya does space Art Deco style (yet again).  Chrome borders all.  Passageways with curvy overhangs create the illusion of walking through the belly of a chic, new-age spacecraft.  There are two (kos)mosaics, one at each end, with planetary subjects.  Transferring here brings you above ground, where some rather elaborate metalwork is on display.  By name similarity only, I’d expected Komsolskaya Station to deliver some kosmonaut décor; instead, it was Chkalovskaya that took us up to the space station.

Elektrozavodskaya Station

Elektrozavodskaya is full of marble reliefs of workers, men and women, laboring through the different stages of industry.  The superhuman figures are round with muscles, Hollywood fit, and seemingly undeterred by each Herculean task they respectively perform.  The station is chocked with brass, from hammer and sickle light fixtures to beautiful, angular framework up the innards of the columns.  The station’s art pieces are less clever or extravagant than others, but identifying the different stages of industry is entertaining.

Baumanskaya Statio

Baumanskaya Station is the only stop that wasn’t suggested by the students.  Pulling in, the network of statues was just too enticing: Out of half-circle depressions in the platform’s columns, the USSR’s proud and powerful labor force again flaunts its success.  Pilots, blacksmiths, politicians, and artists have all congregated, posing amongst more Art Deco framing.  At the far end, a massive Soviet flag dons the face of Lenin and banners for ’05, ’17, and ‘45.  Standing in front of the flag, you can play with the echoing roof.

Ploshchad Revolutsii Station

Novokuznetskaya Station

Novokuznetskaya Station finishes off this tour, more or less, where it started: beautiful mosaics.  This station recalls the skyward-facing pieces from Mayakovskaya (Station #2), only with a little larger pictures in a more cramped, very trafficked area.  Due to a line of street lamps in the center of the platform, it has the atmosphere of a bustling market.  The more inventive sky scenes include a man on a ladder, women picking fruit, and a tank-dozer being craned in.  The station’s also has a handsome black-and-white stone mural.

Here is a map and a brief description of our route:

Start at (1)Kievskaya on the “ring line” (look for the squares at the bottom of the platform signs to help you navigate—the ring line is #5, brown line) and go north to Belorusskaya, make a quick switch to the Dark Green/#2 line, and go south one stop to (2)Mayakovskaya.  Backtrack to the ring line—Brown/#5—and continue north, getting off at (3)Novosblodskaya and (4)Komsolskaya.  At Komsolskaya Station, transfer to the Red/#1 line, go south for two stops to Chistye Prudy, and get on the Light Green/#10 line going north.  Take a look at (5)Dostoevskaya Station on the northern segment of Light Green/#10 line then change directions and head south to (6)Chkalovskaya, which offers a transfer to the Dark Blue/#3 line, going west, away from the city center.  Have a look (7)Elektroskaya Station before backtracking into the center of Moscow, stopping off at (8)Baumskaya, getting off the Dark Blue/#3 line at (9)Ploschad Revolyutsii.  Change to the Dark Green/#2 line and go south one stop to see (10)Novokuznetskaya Station.

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Jonathon Engels, formerly a patron saint of misadventure, has been stumbling his way across cultural borders since 2005 and is currently volunteering in the mountains outside of Antigua, Guatemala.  For more of his work, visit his website and blog .

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