List: Five reasons why you should book a trip on the SuperStar Virgo
Vacations are great for those looking for their much-awaited rest and relaxation. You save up money, look at your options… and then you face the arduous task of putting everything together: plane tickets, accommodation, activities, pocket money for food and souvenirs, and the ever-difficult task of prepping your travel documents.
Once you DO put everything together, there’s the unavoidable long line at the airport, waiting for your boarding call, the flight, trip to the hotel, check-in, and settling down. That usually takes a day, which means one off of your whole trip.
Why not get rid of all that hassle… and just board a cruise ship, specifically the SuperStar Virgo? We give you five reasons to book your next vacation on Star Cruises’s SuperStar Virgo:
- It’s close to home. If you’re in Manila, then you’re closest to the action. SuperStar Virgo will have Manila as its homeport for their “Jewels of Southeast Asia” cruise, with stops in Taiwan and Hong Kong. No need to fly to Singapore or Hong Kong to experience a multi-country cruise!
- It’s hassle free! There’s no need to look for hotel rooms, transportation to your hotel, food, and activities. A trip aboard the SuperStar Virgo includes the following:
- Transportation: Ride the SuperStar Virgo from Manila to Laoag (Ilocos Norte), Kaohsiung, Hong Kong, and back
- Accommodation: Stay at one of their staterooms or suites (we recommend getting at least the Balcony stateroom for views of the ocean from your room)
- Meals: Up to six (yes, SIX) meals per day at three of their 10 restaurants: Genting Palace (international dining), The Pavilion Room (Chinese family-style dining), and Mediterranean Buffet (international buffet)
- Entertainment: the SuperStar Virgo has its own gym (deck 12), pool with Mega Waterslide (Deck 12/10), and nightly performances at The Lido, the ship’s performance hall.
- A Gala Dinner with the captain of SuperStar Virgo and executives from Star Cruises. Dress code is elegant casual, reservations are required.
Oh, and did we mention there’s (nearly) unlimited baggage allowance?
- No need to get a visa. Filipinos will appreciate this the most, but it also applies to expats, as Taiwan usually requires a visa for Filipinos to enter their country. By booking a trip with SuperStar Virgo, you’re no longer required to get a travel visa to Taiwan (unless you’re planning to disembark and spend your vacation in Taiwan). Expats need only present their passport along with their Work Permit, Employment Pass, or Student Pass to book a cruise on the Virgo.
- No need to think about activities. You can plan for your own activities in Laoag, Kaohsiung, and Hong Kong, or you can join the excursion offered by Star Cruises for those onboard the SuperStar Virgo (not included in cruise fare). Plus, there’s a lot activities to do on the ship: full-scale productions, magic shows, shopping… even relaxing by their sundeck!
- Your vacation starts as soon as you board the ship. Gone are the days when you have to travel to your destination, check in to your hotel, and take the whole (or half) afternoon to settle down. Cruising with the SuperStar Virgo lets you start your vacation as soon as you’re aboard the ship!
What are you waiting for? There’s never been a better time to book for a cruise than right now! Star Cruises currently has early bird discounts for those who want to go on their maiden cruise through Manila, Ilocos Norte, Taiwan, and Hong Kong!
Book a cabin for as low as US$ 490 (excluding port charges) for two people on their 6-day, 5-night cruise leaving on March 19, 24, and 29! For a list of available dates and cruise fares, call their appointed travel agents, call Star Cruises Philippines at 02-836-6830 to 32, or visit www.starcruises.com/ph/en.
