ULTIMATE DESTINATION GUIDE
Far East & Southeast Asia
These regions combine temples, beaches and striking scenery with an impressive mix of modern inventions
The Far East and Southeast Asia regions are rich in culture, with destinations and experiences that all travellers fall in love with. The bustling atmosphere of Seoul, for example, with its fashion-forward ways is perfect for the modern-day city explorer, while Bangkok is sprawling with opportunities between the densely packed markets and awe-inspiring skyscrapers. There’s also Hong Kong, too, a mesmerising combination of old and new.
Siem Reap
The inland town in northwest Cambodia is an ideal destination for culture-loving clients. It’s the gateway to the 12th-century temples of Angkor that make up the world’s largest religious site. Land stays can be dovetailed with cruises to and from Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City.
Yangon
Formerly the Burmese capital of Rangoon, this fascinating city in Myanmar has a wealth of sights including the jewel-studded Shwedagon Pagoda, expansive markets and fantastic restaurants.
River cruise
Seasoned cruise clients can enjoy the best of both worlds by combining an ocean sailing with a Mekong river cruise.
Don't miss this excursion
UNESCO-listed Halong Bay is an ethereal combination of emerald green waters dotted with more than 2,000 limestone islands, often shrouded in mist. Traditional junks take passengers around the bay on half, full-day and overnight trips.Culture
The Far East and Southeast Asia provide the chance to experience a multitude of cultures in one trip
Class cuisine
Authentic experiences and fantastic food are par for the course, so sell to clients who want to expand their horizons
Land tours
Don’t forget there are multiple opportunities to combine a cruise with a relaxing beach stay or land tour
Cruise Trade News March 2023 Digital Edition
With what seems to be unrelenting speed, we are fast approaching Easter and yet another milestone in the year.
We wanted to mark this time with something special and as with our annual Christmas cruise advent calendar, something that will provide a little added cheer to your day-to-day jobs. So, with plenty of fanfare, we are launching our first Cruise Trade News Easter egg hunt, in collaboration with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.
