New triple homeports
STAR Cruises announced SuperStar Libra’s latest deployment from Sept 3 onwards with triple homeports in Kuala Lumpur via Port Klang and Penang in Malaysia, as well as in Phuket, Thailand with two cruises per week, including the 3N Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang)/ Phuket/Penang cruise or the 4N Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang)/ Langkawi/Phuket/Penang cruise.
With the introduction of Star Cruises’ multiple homeports and fly-cruise options, guests in SouthEast Asia as well as the region now have more flexibility and easy access to take a cruise with SuperStar Libra from any of these three well-connected key cities, especially Kuala Lumpur, which is now a major aviation hub in Asia.
“We’re delighted with SuperStar Libra’s new deployment in Kuala Lumpur, together with Penang and Phuket,” said Star Cruises President, Ang Moo Lim.
“Star Cruises is optimistic this will grow our source markets in South-East Asia, allowing guests more access to multiple homeports and concurrently developing and stimulating the growth of the cruise tourism sector across borders through fly-cruise options.”
Throughout Star Cruises’ outstanding long history and strong connection with Malaysia and Thailand, Star Cruises had pioneered the cruising industry in the region for over 24 years and will continue to do so, bringing in millions of tourists and tourism dollars, growing both the local cruise tourism and international/ inbound travel via the fly-cruise travel market.
With Penang previously the only homeport for SuperStar Libra in Malaysia, domestic travellers nationwide and international passengers can now celebrate with more options to either embark from the historically rich culture city of Penang or the modern bustling city of Kuala Lumpur via its new main homeport in Port Klang.
Kuala Lumpur remains one of the key gateways to Malaysia and also the South-East Asian region with an expected targeted inbound tourism of over 30 million in 2017.
In Thailand, Phuket is also a renowned destination for many international tourists and Star Cruises is now opening up options for travellers from the island, both domestic and from the fly-cruise travel to hop a cruise with SuperStar Libra.
During SuperStar Libra’s triple homeport deployment in Malaysia and Thailand, guests of all ages, including families, can look forward to many exciting activities on board the 10-storey cruise ship.
The 42,285-tonne SuperStar Libra offers extensive onboard programmes, including live international performances, shopping at luxury retailers and duty-free shops, various sports and recreational activities, relaxing at the spas, swimming pools and jacuzzis, as well as a wide range of shore excursions at various popular destinations.
Besides that, SuperStar Libra also offers a wide range of onboard accommodations to suit diverse needs and budget from the spacious cabins of the Executive Suites with their own personal living room space to the amazing sea view of Oceanview Staterooms and more.
Itinerary of SuperStar Libra Deployment from Sept 3 onwards:
– Sunday: Destination: Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang); Arrival 7am / Departure: 4pm
– Monday: Destination: Phuket; Arrival: 3pm (2pm local time)
– Tuesday: Destination: Phuket (Departure: 1am (midnight local time) and Penang: Arrival: 3pm/ Departure: 11pm
– Wednesday: Destination: Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang); Arrival: 1pm/Departure: 10pm
– Thursday: Destination: Langkawi; Arrival: 3pm/Departure: 10pm
– Friday: Destination: Phuket; Arrival: 8am (7am local time)/ Departure: 7pm (6pm local time)
– Saturday: Destination: Penang; Arrival: 9am/Departure: 5pm
– Sunday: Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang); Arrival: 7am/ Departure: 4pm
About SuperStar Libra
SuperStar Libra, at 42,285 gross registered tonnes, is 216.3m long and 32.64m wide, with an average cruising speed of 17 knots.
Ten storeys high, SuperStar Libra offers 718 cabins with 1,436 lower berths.
The full range of facilities includes eight restaurants and bars offering international cuisines and beverages to satisfy all tastes.
A show lounge, karaoke bar, beauty salon and spa and jacuzzi cater to a wide range of leisure interests, while the almost limitless onboard entertainment ensures an unbeatable cruising experience for families, couples and the young at heart.
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