Genting Hong Kong’s Dream Cruises, which debuted in November 2016, is the ultimate getaway for travellers who wish to revel in a one-stop vacation with all the necessary amenities within a short walk away. Being whisked away on a short few hours stay on board Genting Dream Cruises, I wished I could actually spend a few nights exploring the facilities. While I would save the actual cruise on another day, I made full use of my few hours on board the liner to check it out during a visit when it docked at Marina Bay Cruise Centre.
We were greeted by Mermaid Kat’s graceful movements upon boarding the liner. Mermaid Kat, otherwise known as Katrin Gray, owns the first mermaid school in the world with branches in Australia and Germany. From 25 May to 8 June 2018, she will be giving classes on how to “become one with the water”.
Mermaid Kat
From the pool to Deck 8, we entered into a whole new world — a culinary one, to be more precise. Teppanyaki masters from Umi Uma Teppanyaki, a Japanese restaurant on board the liner, skilfully whipped up portions of lobster and salmon with minimal seasoning, topped with a sprinkling of spring onions. The teppanyaki is a luxury offering set to please every Japanese food lover.
Umi Uma teppanyaki
Penfolds Wine Vault
Caneletto Prosecco
On the same deck, we visited the Penfolds Wine Vault where we were introduced to some of the red and white wines on board. We had the pleasure of starting off the tasting with a chardonnay, which is good with nuts, the cabernet sauvignon which pairs well with cheese and crackers and lastly a shiraz which goes well with grapes. Not quite done with alcohol, a pit stop at the champagne bar was needed.
Johnnie Walker Statue
Johnnie Walker tasting
A trip on board the ship is never enough without the introduction of hard liquor. Exclusive to Genting Dream, the Johnnie Walker House carries their most prestigious whiskies; Blue Label, Gold Label, Double Black.
For gourmands, you can head to Bistro by Mark Best. The restaurant is opened by acclaimed Australian celebrity chef Mark Best and serves Western cuisine. I had a taste of the Petunia Ocean Trout, Horseradish and Cream, which was a welcome treat to my taste buds.
One of the main activities available was the ropes course and 35-metres zipline. As much as I would have loved to zip across ocean, the weather was rather intense. A mini golf course and rock climbing wall were also in sight.
How about partying on a cruise ship? With the ever popular Zouk on the scene, this beach club on water is set to be the ultimate clubbing experience for cruise customers looking to have a wild party night.
Zouk Beach
After the many activities, getting a good rest is tantamount. From the extravagant Palace Villa and Palace Penthouse with your own Jacuzzi to the Balcony Deluxe Stateroom and Interior Stateroom, there is a room suited to the needs of everyone.
Jacuzzi
Palace stateroom
Tea
Before debarking the ship, we had a short tea time session to end the port stay. Now, it is your turn to experience the plethora of activities by yourself.
From 25 May to 31 August 2018, Hotel Transylvania 3: A Monster Vacation will be sailing the seven seas together with Genting Dream and World Dream. The fun-loving mascots are bound to be a delight to children and adults alike. With a wide range of activities, everyone is guaranteed seven days full of fun!
Hotel Transylvania 3
Hotel Transylvania 3: A Monster Vacation Theme Programs
- Meet & Greet with Hotel Transylvania 3 Characters: Rub shoulders and get up, close & personal with your favourite legendary monsters
- Hotel Transylvania 1 & 2 Movie Marathon: Unravel the exhilarating happenings at Hotel Transylvania where monsters take a break
- Bedtime Stories with Drac: Be captivated by whimsical tales with almighty Count Dracula
- Dracula Zipline: Experience the thrill of flying across the ocean with our 35-metre zipline
- DJ Zouk Pool Party: Take on the monsters in an epic dance-off to prove who the true terror at the pool party is
- Best-Dressed Monster-themed Costume Party: Come dressed in your best Halloween Horror costume and join in the fun
- Blobby Milkshake Drinking Contest: Emerge as a winner in the milkshake drinking challenge
- Mummy Look-alike Dress Up Competition: Transform into an ancient mummy in this fancy dress competition
- Monster Treasure Hunt: Turn on your killer instincts and seek out the hidden treasures onboard
- Monster Art Attack & Face Painting: Discover the artist in you in this quirky art & crafts workshop
Visit www.dreamcruiseline.com for more details.
