Star Cruises Flagship SuperStar Virgo Debuts Cruise to Picturesque Okinawa from Hong Kong - Nansha Double Homeport

World Guinness Record Breaker and Cycling Guru share Fascinating Stories Onboard

Complimentary Weekend Concerts featuring HK and Taiwan Pop Stars

Hong Kong, March 8, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- On 17 April 2016, Star Cruises' flagship SuperStar Virgo will commence her premiere 5-month Japan itinerary from her double homeport at Hong Kong and Guangzhou, Nansha homeport, offering a 6-night journey to Okinawa, Japan; and a 1-night holiday experience in between Guangzhou, Nansha and Hong Kong. Star Cruises has also invited Mr. Guo Chuan, the First and Only professional offshore sailor in China, World Guinness Record Breaker; as well as Mr. Lee Ming Hay, renowned Hong Kong Cyclist and Backpacker with epic 7-month solo bicycle journey from Berlin to Hong Kong, to meet and greet passengers onboard, sharing their inspirational and thrilling world adventures.

Since SuperStar Virgo debuted her double homeport of Hong Kong and Guangzhou, Nansha in January 2016, travelers from the Pearl River Delta have been enjoying cruise journeys to Halong Bay, Da Nang and Sanya, Hainan, marking a new era in the cruise industry of China. Stepping into the next season of the year, Star Cruises extends the voyage to Okinawa, Japan, which passengers can have a convenient and relaxing journey to Okinawa and enjoy the culture and delicacies of Japan.

To enrich passengers' experience, starting from March 2016, Star Cruises introduces the "Life Journey" series on SuperStar Virgo, where leaders from all walks of life share their successful stories, including Mr. Guo Chuan, the First and Only professional offshore sailor in China and World Guinness Record Breaker, who will host a sharing session about the challenges he faced in the sea, as well as the different cultures he observed from his trips around the world; Mr. Lee Ming Hay, a renowned Hong Kong Cyclist and Backpacker with epic 7-month solo bicycle journey from Berlin to Hong Kong, will also share precious memories from his voyage to cruisers onboard.

SuperStar Virgo offers a wide spectrum of entertainment programs, including world-class magic spectacle, astounding theatrical performances, yoga and ballroom dancing lessons instructed by professional trainers, wine tasting sessions conducted by certified sommelier, glass art and craft workshops, kung fu and qi gong lessons, themed parties and more to offer. A rich schedule of activities is available daily for passengers to enjoy a unique and pleasant vacation.

Famous pop artists from Hong Kong and Taiwan including Richie Ren, Andy Hui, Michael Wong, Tiger Huang, and William So will perform at The Lido of SuperStar Virgo on a weekly basis, bringing the best hits of the region back to live. All guests sailing throughout the months of March and April will enjoy perhaps the most extraordinary musical performance on the sea at no extra cost^#.

ABOUT STAR CRUISES

Star Cruises is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Genting Hong Kong, a leading global leisure, entertainment and hospitality corporation. A pioneer in the Asia Pacific cruise industry, Star Cruises has been operating its fleet since 1993, taking on the bold initiative to grow the region as an international cruise destination with a fleet of six vessels including SuperStar Virgo, SuperStar Libra, SuperStar Gemini, SuperStar Aquarius, Star Pisces and The Taipan.

Star Cruises' commitment in offering best-in-class services and facilities is reflected in a host of recognitions and accolades received over the years. These include being inducted into the prestigious Travel Trade Gazette's "Travel Hall of Fame" for an eighth year in 2015 in recognition of winning "Best Cruise Operator in the Asia-Pacific" for 10 consecutive years. Star Cruises was also recently voted "Asia's Leading Cruise Line" at the World Travel Awards for a fourth year in a row in 2015.

ABOUT SUPERSTAR VIRGO

The 13-storey SuperStar Virgo is equipped with 935 cabins, including sea-view cabins and balcony suites. Offering a wide variety of dining, shopping and entertainment choices, its facilities embrace Chinese, international buffet and Japanese restaurants, an alfresco bar, foot reflexology salon and spa, gym, steam and sauna rooms, hairdressing salon, two-level theatre, duty-free shops, a 100-metre mega water slide, outdoor swimming pool, mini golf course, karaoke room, children's activity Centre and more. A calendar of themed entertainment constantly refreshes the onboard fun and excitement, ensuring every voyage is a brand new enjoyable experience.

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Itinerary of SuperStar Virgo – Departing from Double Homeport of
Hong Kong and Nansha, Guangzhou - 17 April to 30 September 2016

7-Night Cruise: embark and disembark in Hong Kong
Promotional fare: starting from HK$6,900 per person

5-Night Cruise: embark and disembark in Nansha, Guangzhou
Promotional fare: starting from HK$4,390 per person

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