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Ports of Call
13 January 27 January 10 February
Lisbon, Portugal Dubai, United Arab Emirates Ho Chi Minh City (from
Vung Tau), Vietnam
St George’s Castle may just offer the best view This ultra-modern resort has a traditional face,
of Portugal’s alluring capital, from where you so glimpse the glittering Gold Souk and Grand
French colonial buildings set the scene as the
can gaze out with the cannons over red tiled Mosque with its 70-metre minarets, gorgeous
aroma of noodle stalls, the sight of orange-
rooftops and sparkling river Tagus. stained glass and dozens of domes.
garbed monks and the incessant buzz of
scooters create a vivid snapshot of daily life.
16 January 30 January
Rome (from Civitavecchia), Mumbai, India
12-13 February
Italy Hong Kong
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Contrasts abound between Victorian Gothic
Weave a beguiling trail from Colosseum
streets and modern skyscrapers, while hawkers
Sip sunset cocktails on an authentic Chinese
to Pantheon to Vatican’s Sistine Chapel.
vend their wares and gaudy posters proclaim
junk; it’s a calm moment between browsing
Just remember to throw a coin into
the latest Bollywood blockbuster.
this heady, non-stop bazaar and tempting your
the Trevi Fountain, thus ensuring your palate with the country’s finest delicacies.
return here.
3 February
Phuket, Thailand
15 February
19 January
Shanghai, China
Port Said, Egypt
Stunning beaches have transformed this
hideaway into an entrancing resort; there’s
Immerse yourself in the serene and ancient Yu
Encounter the impressive sight of vast
more wondrous scenery at Phang Nha Bay, its
Gardens; bring home delicate porcelains or
ships waiting to enter the Suez Canal, then
limestone pillars looming from iridescent sea.
silks from Yuyuan Market; and marvel at the
investigate the 19th-century colonial centre priceless effigies in Jade Buddha Temple.
or fascinating National Museum.
4 February
Penang, Malaysia
17 February
20 January
Nagasaki, Japan
Suez, Egypt
Marvel at majestic Kek Lok Si Temple, one
Buddhism’s finest in South East Asia, or brave
Recall the city’s tragic story at Peace Park or
Prepare for your memorable transit of the
Snake Temple, its resident pit vipers said to be
visit the Confucian Shrine, the only example
world’s second longest canal from the
rendered harmless by incense.
outside China, with its curving tiered roofs and
twinkling Red Sea with sweeping views of photogenic scarlet columns.
the Ataga Hills and soaring Mount Sinai.
5 February
Kuala Lumpur (from Port
19 February
21 January
Kelang), Malaysia Tokyo (from Yokohama),
Safaga, Egypt
Japan
Savour the intriguing jumble of Moorish
Make a magnificent Egyptian discovery, as architecture and stately parks, then train your
Chaotic bustle and calm gardens, futuristic
Luxor and Karnak reveal myriad wonders camera lens on soaring Petronas Towers, the
technology and age-old traditions. Tokyo’s
including vast sphinxes, temples and statues fabulous twin emblems of modern KL.
many faces create an energy and spirit that will
and the tomb of Tutankhamen himself.
leave a truly vivid impression.
6 February
26 January
Singapore
22 February
Muscat, Oman
Guam, Mariana Islands
Visit teahouses, charming medicine shops and
In this low-rise gem, wedged between fortune-tellers in Chinatown’s narrow lanes or
On an island bursting with tropical allure,
Arabian Gulf and scenic mountains, browse the upscale boutiques strung like pearls
uncover its age-old traditions at the Chamorro
don’t miss the Grand Mosque, its resplendent along Orchard Road.
Cultural Village and its poignant recent history
marble crowned by an intricate wood
at the War in the Pacific Park.
panelled dome. 8 February
Bangkok (from Laem
Chabang), Thailand
Contrast the raucous, bustling boulevards with
the regal serenity of the majestic Royal Palace,
the Temple of the Dawn and countless other
beguiling sights.
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