Genting Cruise Lines was honoured by the Jeju Cruise Industry Association at the Asian Cruise Awards when Dream Cruises’ Genting Dream was chosen as Asia’s Best Cruise Ship during a special ceremony held at the Jeju Landing Convention Center on 29 August. Organised by the Asia Cruise Forum Jeju Organising Committee and the Asia Cruise Leaders Network, Mr. Raymond Lim, Senior Vice President, Planning & Port Management, Port Operations, Genting Cruise Lines was on hand to accept the prestigious award on behalf of Dream Cruises during the event.
“It is an honour to receive this award on behalf of Dream Cruises, our dedicated crew and all our shore side colleagues. We thank the Jeju Cruise Industry Association, Asia Cruise Forum Jeju and the Asia Cruise Leaders Network for this recognition and it is truly a privilege to be named Asia’s Best Cruise Ship,” said Mr. Thatcher Brown, President of Dream Cruises & Managing Director of Crystal Cruises Asia. “As the newest member of the Genting Cruise Lines family, this award reflects the efforts of our dedicated team at Dream Cruises who have consistently gone above and beyond to establish this brand in the Asian market in less than two years. It has been our goal to exceed the expectations of our guests and the cruise industry, and we have been working hard to continually raise our standard of service and offerings to new heights.”
Dream Cruises’ fleet of Genting Dream and World Dream are currently homeported in Singapore and Guangzhou (Nansha) delivering inspirational and aspirational journeys at sea for a wide ranging cross-section of guests. From the value-minded to the extravagantly inclined, Dream Cruises offers cruise experiences to suit the diverse lifestyle interests of the Asia based vacationer. At the top end of the spectrum, The Palace is a luxurious “ship within a ship” enclave available on the Dream Cruises fleet featuring over 140 suites and private VIP facilities including its own swimming pool, spa, gym and dining venues. The luxurious atmosphere of The Palace is further enhanced by the meticulous, personalized service of its renowned team of Dream Butlers who are on hand to cater to the every whim of their guests.
For events with a difference, Dream Cruises’ MICE products have also been well-received by the market. Dream Cruises’ wide selection of dedicated conference, meeting and event venues can cater to events from 8 to 999 guests and the brand’s experienced team of event planners can tailor the cruise experience for different occasions, whether for a corporate event or a large scale social gathering.
To further grow the Dream Cruises fleet, the brand is set to launch its first “Global Class” ship in 2020. The new Global Class vessel will be designed specifically for the rapidly growing Asian cruise market and will be among the most technologically advanced ships featuring artificial intelligence and highlighted by a wide array of leisure, entertainment and dining experiences.
About Dream Cruises
Genting Hong Kong brings nearly 25 years’ of Asian cruise industry experience in creating its new cruise line – Dream Cruises.
Dream Cruises aims to be a pacesetter in the cruise industry in the region, meeting the needs of the ‘emerging generation’ of confident, independently-minded and upwardly-mobile Asian travellers. Dream Cruises offers inspirational journeys, which are Asian at heart and international in spirit.
Purpose-built for the China and Asia market, Genting Dream, the first ship of the fleet, debuted in November 2016, with her sister ship World Dream joining the fleet in November 2017, offering guests the highest levels of service and spacious comfort in the region. Production has also started in Germany on two new Global Class ships that will join the fleet in 2020 and 2021.
Accommodations reflect both size and choice for travellers with over 70% of staterooms featuring private balconies and over 100 connecting rooms catering to extended families and groups. Distinguished by its European style butler service and special all-inclusive guest privileges, The Palace, a luxurious ship within a ship concept, will indulge travellers in lavish suites and an aura of exclusivity.
With the finest Asian and international dining, exceptional service, enthralling entertainment and inspirational experiences, Dream Cruises aims to redefine vacation travel with a transformational journey at sea.
Since its launch, Dream Cruises has been recognized by the Berlitz Cruising and Cruise Guide 2018 with Genting Dream placing sixth in the Large Resort category and the Travel Weekly Asia Reader’s Choice Awards 2017 where Genting Dream was voted as the ‘Best New Ship’ and Dream Cruises rising to the top in the ‘Best Cruise Line – Entertainment’ category.