RESORTS WORLD ONE CRUISE: REVIEW AND GUIDE

Detailed cruise information weblog and assessment of Resorts World One cruise package deal and cruise ship.

Over a decade of touring has taught me to understand numerous sorts of touring kinds. And one in every of my private favorites is happening a cruise.  Just lately, I skilled Resorts World One 3 day 2 night time cruise from Hong Kong to Taiwan. And the query I typically get is, is cruising value 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’re touring with your loved ones, buddies, or companion. It’s like staying on a floating resort that strives to fulfill your each want and whim. You have got a lot to expertise onboard like buying, poolside actions, thrilling waterslides, top-notch musical performances, Broadway-style exhibits, poolside actions, spa, thrilling video games, full of life arcades, journey actions, seminars, workshops,  and internationally impressed eating choices, amongst others.  It’s continuous enjoyable from morning to nighttime.

Cruising additionally offers you the chance to discover underrated vacationer points of interest that you could be by no means have heard of. You’ll be able to 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 take into account the cruise package deal that you’re getting – the stateroom , eating, leisure, pool, and different actions are already included within the value, you’ll discover that cruising in all fairness priced.

ABOUT RESORTS WORLD CRUISES

Just lately, I skilled cruising with Resorts World One.  Based in 2022, Resorts World Cruises presently 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’ll be able to guide the Resort  World Cruise via 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 too can guide 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. Be sure that your passport has 6 months validity from the top of your cruise date, with a minimum of 2 clean pages on your entry and exit stamp.
• Visa – Guarantee that you’ve the suitable visa. However for Philippine Passport Holders we’ve got visa-free entry to Hong Kong and Taiwan. And each international locations are actually open to vacationers no matter your vaccination standing.
• E-Journey Doc – Should you’re flying from the Philippines, you’re required to register and fill out the shape at etravel.gov.ph  You want 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 simply get vaccinated since you’ll mingle with tons of different vacationers from throughout onboard.
• Copy of Flights, Cruise Reserving, and Cruise Itinerary – You need to safe a replica of those for Immigration functions. You’ll be able to print it or save a digital copy in case the Immigration Officers ask for it.

Vital: In case you are touring with a baby however you aren’t the authorized guardian, or you’re touring with a baby that has a unique household title from the dad and mom, or a minor illegitimate baby is touring with the organic father solely, please confer with required journey clearance for Filipino Minors HERE.

PACKING TIPS

 WHAT TO BRING

Pack such as you would for a resort trip. Gown comfortably, but additionally take into account the season/local weather of your vacation spot. Convey a minimum of one formal or semi-formal outfit for formal eating and watching the exhibits.

• Convey swimwear should you plan on swimming within the pool.
• Convey trainers  should you plan to make use of the gymnasium. Convey trekking sneakers in case you are becoming a member of the shore tour that includes climbing.
• 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 deliver HKD and Taiwan Greenback to keep away from extra conversion prices. 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’ll be able to withdraw HKD at Hong Kong Airport ATMs.
• Convey Water Flask. This can 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 gadgets on board, and they’re strict about it. They’ll seize the merchandise and hold it within the protected. Nonetheless, you possibly can nonetheless declare and gather it after the cruise.

• Extension wires – You aren’t purported to deliver 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 in a position to 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 presently 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’re 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’re from. Then, you possibly can proceed to Kai Tak Cruise Terminal alongside Victoria Harbor. You’ll be able to 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 could have 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 have got the choice to check-in your baggage without cost. Your baggage will likely be despatched on to your staterooms. Ensure that to deliver your journey necessities with you as the bags could arrive a couple of hours later.

Kai Tak Cruise Terminal

IMMIGRATION AND SECURITY

After cruise check-in, proceed to safety and Hong Kong Immigration on 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’re documenting your cruise journey. Cease recording, hold your digital camera.

STATEROOM CARD

After clearing Safety and Immigration, you want to undergo the Cruise Boarding Cross. You want to present your passport and duplicate of the cruise ticket to say your stateroom card. This card comprises your title, your stateroom quantity and deck quantity, emergency meeting station, embarkation date, and vessel title.

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. All the things you purchase or eat that’s not included within the cruise package deal will likely be charged to your stateroom card. And you may settle the fees 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 instantly. As anybody who has entry to it could actually cost your card.

BOARDING THE CRUISE SHIP

After claiming your stateroom card, you want to go via the x-ray process earlier than boarding the ship. Then, as soon as cleared, you possibly can board the ship. There are 2 strains for boarding: the Palace Visitor Line and the road for the remainder of the passengers. Faucet your stateroom card to the digital machine. Then the employees will get your passport, this can be a normal process. Ensure 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 on your Onshore Cruise, you can 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 outdoors your door. If not, watch for a couple of 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 gadgets.  You’ll be able to select between normal and premium charges. And normal charge 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 vast 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 situated 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 comfy single beds.  The cream wall adorned with minimalist wallpaper and the carpeted flooring induced an elegant really feel. There’s a double USB port on the bedside, which is immensely useful for charging our telephones and digital camera batteries.

Though it doesn’t have a balcony, the ocean view with morning mild can put you in a very good temper once you get up every morning. There’s a small couch excellent for curling up for a very good learn or whereas searching 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 situated simply outdoors the toilet. It’s outfitted with a small protected to maintain our valuables.

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

THE PALACE AT RESORTS WORLD ONE

The Palace is sort of a luxurious ship inside the ship. It’s an all-suite idea the place palace company have 24-hour butler concierge service.  It’s meant for many who have more cash 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 kids between 2-12 years outdated, set meal entitlements at designated specialty eating eating places, Joyful Hour with complimentary drinks, normal Wi-Fi package deal all through the cruise, and extra.

DINING

Resorts World Cruises has 17 eating places and bars. And three of them are inclusive eating places, which means, it’s a part of your cruise package deal, so you possibly can dine there without cost. The remaining are unique eating places, not free, you can be charged when you dine there.

RESORTS WORLD ONE INCLUSIVE RESTAURANTS AND BARS

Not like the cruise ships I attempted earlier than the place you’re allowed to eat a number of occasions 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, should you eat lunch once more at Dream Eating Room or Pavillion, you can be charged. Most eating places can be found for dinner till 9:00 PM solely.

Listed here are the eating places that you may strive without cost 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 most important and our most frequented inclusive restaurant serving Chinese language dishes and Western cuisines. In addition 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 may strive in Resort World One. Take notice that eating right here will incur common prices. The charges will likely be charged to your Resort World Stateroom Card, so be sure to have it helpful. You’ll be able to settle the invoice on the concierge earlier than the top of your journey. The placement 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: Basic 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: Desserts and artisanal goodies
• 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 (Superb 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: outside scorching pot eating of seafood, meat, and vegetarian picks
• 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 may take pleasure in a number of facilities specifically crafted for company.

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 buying on cruise ships is that the merchandise are tax and obligation free.

Gymnasium

There may be additionally a gymnasium 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 children will be capable to 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’re going to 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 in case you are into the intense sort of gaming, take a look at the Genting Membership, RW @Sea, Premium Room, and Worldwide Room. You too can play Bingo on the Grand Piazza  – the ship’s exercise venue at Deck 7.

Resorts World One is loaded with onboard leisure, you’re going to 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’ll be able to stroll in, no reservation required, since they’re on a primary come first serve foundation. And these exhibits are without cost, a part of your cruise package deal.

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 Observe at Deck 13, the place you are able to do early morning jogging, operating, or strolling. In addition 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 outside amenities of Resorts World One is the Parthenon Pool the place company 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. You must see its pastel colours at night time, so pleasing to the attention. Additionally, don’t miss Caesar’s Slide, a enjoyable waterslide beside the Parthenon Pool.

RESORTS WORLD ONE SHORE EXCURSION

Whilst you could also be tempted to simply chill out and revel in Resort World’s One amenities and actions, reap the benefits of the shore excursions being supplied right here. Shore excursions are pre-arranged excursions by cruise ships. Since many of the ports are fairly removed from the same old touristy locations of every vacation spot, it may be arduous to discover by yourself, and infrequently these packages are fairly distinctive from the same old tour packages.

What I like about reserving shore excursions immediately with the cruise ship firm is, it’s hassle-free, since they are going to handle the whole lot – the switch between the ship and land, the tour guides, and the meals. They may even be sure that you’ll return on time earlier than the ship departs, so, in case of unexpected circumstances, the cruise ship will watch for you. Not like should you do DIY Journey or guide your tour with a journey company outdoors of the cruise ship, you can 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 package deal, you’ll have to guide and pay for this individually. You’ll be able to 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’ll 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 acquired to go to a few of them in the course of the Shore Tour.

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

• Cijin Island
• Cihou
• Kaoshiung Lighthouse
• Chihou Fort
• Cijin Seashore
• Qi Jin Outdated 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 optionally available 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 Procuring and Gourmand 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 through 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, you want to disembark the ship. And right here is the way 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 night time earlier than your scheduled departure, declare your passport. When you’ve got already settled your invoice, they need to hand it to you. If not, you want to pay first the fees you incurred in your stateroom card. The employees will go away directions in your mattress. Simply comply with it. Throughout our tour, we have been instructed to say it on the desk they arrange close to the elevator at midship from 7:00 PM to midnight the night time 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 following day at reception on Deck 7, no worries. Simply declare it early within the morning, to keep away from lengthy strains and additional delays.

LEAVE YOUR LUGGAGE AT YOUR DOOR. Pack your issues the night time earlier than your departure. You’ll be able to go away your baggage outdoors your stateroom door and your cabin attendant will decide it up for check-in. Ensure that at hand carry your valuables, medicines, and devices. Don’t forget, DO NOT pack the garments, undergarments, sneakers, or sandals that you simply plan to put on the following day.

GO TO THE MEET UP PLACE FOR DISEMBARKATION. Be aware of your meet up time and venue for disembarkation.  Be there a minimum of 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. Ensure you have your passport and stateroom cabin card in helpful. You want this when exiting the ship and once you go via Immigration.

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

CLAIM YOUR LUGGAGE. You’ll be able to declare your baggage on the Baggage Space outdoors 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 you want to fly again to your subsequent vacation spot or nation of origin, you want to 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 you want to break the financial institution to have the ability to afford a cruise. However occasions are altering, and today, cruise journeys are extra moderately priced than ever. Should you take the time to calculate what’s included within the cruise package deal versus a daily journey abroad, you’ll discover that the worth distinction isn’t that massive.

For instance:

I’ll write a extra detailed put up concerning the pattern price range 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 international locations for Filipinos and different ASEAN Passport holders, so much less trouble. You should not have to fret about visa processing. In addition they sail all year long, test their cruise schedule at their official web site.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE RESORTS WORLD ONE TICKET PRICE

While you guide a cruise ticket for Resorts World One, the cruise package deal consists of usually consists of your stateroom/ cabin, port charges, exhibits and leisure onboard, actions, drinks, and meals (inclusive eating places), use of amenities corresponding to pool, gymnasium, and many others. If you wish to keep away from further prices for the meals, dine in at inclusive eating places solely (The Lido and Lido Grill, Pavilion, and Dream Eating Room), one time per meal. Confer with the main points above below the Inclusive Eating places sections.

HOW MUCH IS THE GRATUITY FEE? IS TIPPING REQUIRED?

A required gratuity  price of HKD 450 (₱3,148) will likely be charged individually. You’ll be able to settle this a day earlier than you disembark the ship.  If you wish to tip a employees, you possibly can nonetheless make extra suggestions at your discretion. Should you determine to take action, a $10-$15 tip per individual per day is affordable.

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 will board the ship.

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

There are licensed docs, 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 optionally available. You have got 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

All the time test in case your clock is ready to native time. Keep in mind, there may very well be a time distinction between your nation of origin and the place you’re visiting.

In most international locations, 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 areas. Attend the security/muster drill earlier than the ship sails so you possibly can be taught concerning the correct procedures in case of emergency. It is very important be taught the precise location of your muster station.

Wash your fingers. All the time wash your fingers earlier than consuming or after doing actions to assist stop unfold of illness attributable to germs, micro organism, and virus.

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

All the time deliver your stateroom card. Ensure you all the time carry your stateroom card with you. Don’t lose it.

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