Benoa, Bali to Singapore

Bali is an island paradise renowned for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and lush landscapes. Start your day with a visit to the sacred Uluwatu Temple, perched on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean, offering breathtaking sunset views and traditional Kecak dance performances. For nature enthusiasts, the Tegallalang Rice Terraces in Ubud provide a picturesque backdrop perfect for a leisurely walk or a photo opportunity.

Don't miss the bustling markets of Ubud, where you can find unique handicrafts and local delicacies. Bali is also home to world-class spa experiences, making it an ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. Whether you're exploring the art scene in Ubud or simply lounging on the beach, Bali offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

Bali is an island paradise renowned for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and lush landscapes. Start your day with a visit to the sacred Uluwatu Temple, perched on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean, offering breathtaking sunset views and traditional Kecak dance performances. For nature enthusiasts, the Tegallalang Rice Terraces in Ubud provide a picturesque backdrop perfect for a leisurely walk or a photo opportunity.

Don't miss the bustling markets of Ubud, where you can find unique handicrafts and local delicacies. Bali is also home to world-class spa experiences, making it an ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. Whether you're exploring the art scene in Ubud or simply lounging on the beach, Bali offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

The port town of Celukan Bawang is the perfect gateway to explore the dreamy attractions of northern Bali, from its extensive beaches and its incredible waterfall landscapes to the tropical Banjar hot springs and impressive monuments such as the Brahma Vihara Arama monastery.

A day at sea with Crystal can be as relaxed or as engaging as you wish. Begin with breakfast on your veranda, take a walk along the Promenade Deck or spend the morning by the Seahorse Pool before retreating to the Aurōra Spa & Salon for a restorative treatment. Enrichment is always close at hand, with lectures, bridge, creative workshops, dance classes, wellness sessions and opportunities to fine tune skills from photography to golf.

Dining is a highlight throughout the day, from relaxed bites by the pool to elegant dinners at venues such as Umi Uma by Nobu, Beefbar or Waterside. As evening arrives, enjoy live music, theatre entertainment, comedy, social gatherings, cocktails in the lounges or a quiet night in with 24-hour in-suite dining.

The island of Boracay is the perfect place for those who want to spend time relaxing amid stunning scenery. Apart from its beautiful beaches and outstanding nature, there’s also the opportunity to learn about local culture by visiting the Motag Living Museum and enjoying the vibrant nightlife.

Shaped by centuries of history but pulsing with the energy of a modern Asian capital, Manila is a city of stark contrasts. Amid towering skyscrapers, expansive shopping malls, and luxury hotels and restaurants, you’ll find remnants of the city’s Spanish colonial past. Key sites include the 16th-century Fort Santiago, the UNESCO-recognized San Agustin Church, and Casa Manila, a meticulously restored living museum depicting colonial life. Moments of tranquility are never far off: Rizal Park is a leafy oasis in the heart of the city, while the natural harbor of Manila Bay is famed for its scenic sunsets.

A day at sea with Crystal can be as relaxed or as engaging as you wish. Begin with breakfast on your veranda, take a walk along the Promenade Deck or spend the morning by the Seahorse Pool before retreating to the Aurōra Spa & Salon for a restorative treatment. Enrichment is always close at hand, with lectures, bridge, creative workshops, dance classes, wellness sessions and opportunities to fine tune skills from photography to golf.

Dining is a highlight throughout the day, from relaxed bites by the pool to elegant dinners at venues such as Umi Uma by Nobu, Beefbar or Waterside. As evening arrives, enjoy live music, theatre entertainment, comedy, social gatherings, cocktails in the lounges or a quiet night in with 24-hour in-suite dining.

It’s said the legendary sea explorer Jacques Cousteau discovered his passion for diving off these shores, so you must be on to a good thing. With about 25 dive sites in the area, this is the scuba capital of Vietnam – and anyone from total novices to experienced old hands can take the plunge. Nha Trang is also known for its buzzing beach life and island-hopping excursions, but it’s worth wandering away from the coast. Join local devotees at the mosaic-tiled Long Son Pagoda, with its dazzling-white giant Buddha, and the 7th-century Cham towers glowing golden on a hillside.

Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is Vietnam’s bustling economic heart, where culture and commerce collide. Get a sense of the city’s eventful past – from its beginnings as a Khmer fishing village to its French colonial rule, its role as a military stronghold during the Vietnam War, and its post-war legacy – by visiting historic landmarks like the Saigon Opera House, the Reunification Palace, and the War Remnants Museum. Ho Chi Minh City’s strong street food culture means you’re never far from your next feast: sample local delights like com t?m (broken rice) and bánh xèo (savory fried pancakes) at one of the city’s many open-air kitchens or the sprawling B?n Thành Market.

A day at sea with Crystal can be as relaxed or as engaging as you wish. Begin with breakfast on your veranda, take a walk along the Promenade Deck or spend the morning by the Seahorse Pool before retreating to the Aurōra Spa & Salon for a restorative treatment. Enrichment is always close at hand, with lectures, bridge, creative workshops, dance classes, wellness sessions and opportunities to fine tune skills from photography to golf.

Dining is a highlight throughout the day, from relaxed bites by the pool to elegant dinners at venues such as Umi Uma by Nobu, Beefbar or Waterside. As evening arrives, enjoy live music, theatre entertainment, comedy, social gatherings, cocktails in the lounges or a quiet night in with 24-hour in-suite dining.

The Southeast Asian city-state of Singapore may be compact (it takes under an hour to drive from one end of the island to the other), but it certainly isn’t short on excitement. Shop up a storm on the fashionable Orchard Road, discover vibrant street art and royal landmarks in Kampong Glam, soak up a heady aroma of spices in Little India, and find tranquility in one of the city’s many urban parks and gardens. Whatever you do, just be sure to make the most of mealtimes. From bustling hawker centers doling out heaving bowls of chicken rice to fine-dining institutions with dishes so creative they’ll stay with you long after you’ve scraped your plate clean, Singapore's culinary culture is a total thrill.

Singapore has two main cruise terminals. Small and medium cruise ships generally dock at the Harbourfront Center on the western end of the city across from Sentosa Island. This terminal is in one big mall, and sits beside an even bigger mall, Vivocity. There is a MRT stop conveniently located here.

A new cruise terminal, Marina Bay Cruise Centre opened May 2012 accommodating bigger cruise ships. Marina South Pier MRT station provides convenient access to the city. The station is 600m away from the cruise terminal along a sheltered walkway.