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Dear Royal Caribbean fan

This summer, make Royal Caribbean your holiday destination on the warm blue seas.


Welcome aboard the first issue of Live To Cruise!, our monthly e-newsletter for all Royal Caribbean fans and guests, as we bring you our latest happenings and hot deals in Singapore!

This month, we unveil our exciting new itineraries and destinations in Asia for 2010 that let you explore more of the region. For those thinking of a getaway soon, don't miss our special feature on our exhilarating
Voyager of the Seas sailing in the Mediterranean this summer. Also, take part in our easy quiz for a chance to win a prize!

We hope you'll enjoy Live To Cruise! for the latest news and best tips for planning your next Royal Caribbean vacation. Bon voyage!


Ying Duan
Editor
Latest Announcement
New Itineraries and Destinations in Asia for 2010

Legend of the Seas will be offering a series of exciting cruises in Asia year-round in 2010 out
of Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai and for the first time, Yokohama. Cruisers can explore a variety of new itineraries and destinations such as Hualien, Miyazaki, Nagoya and Vladivostok.

Selected itinerary highlights:

Sailing Dates
Itinerary
Ports of Call
January 4 & 9 5-Night Spice of Southeast Asia Cruise Singapore, Phuket, Langkawi,  Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Singapore
January 14 4-Night Isles of Southeast Asia Cruise Singapore, Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Phuket, Singapore
January 28 9-Night Exotic Asia Cruise Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City (Vung Tau), Nha Trang, Hue/Danang (Chan May), Halong Bay, Hong Kong, Kaohsiung
February 25, March 8 5-Night Gems of Asia Cruise Hong Kong, Kaohsiung, Hualien, Taipei, Hong Kong
March 13 5-Night Hong Kong to Shanghai Cruise Hong Kong, Taipei (Overnight), Okinawa, Shanghai
March 28,
April 11, June 20, July 4 & 18
7-Night Pearls of the Orient Cruise Shanghai, Miyazaki, Kobe, Fukuoka, Busan, Shanghai
May 18 8-Night Yokohama to Shanghai Cruise Tokyo (Yokohama), Hakodate, Otaru, Vladivostok, Shanghai

For reservations and information on all the itineraries available,
visit www.royalcaribbean-asia.com or contact your travel agent.


All Aboard!
Best of Voyager of the Seas' 7-Night Mediterranean Cruise

What to see, What to do

The 3,114-passenger Voyager of the Seas is one of the seven Royal Caribbean International ships offering Mediterranean cruises this season.

Embark with us on its 7-Night Mediterranean Cruise, as we show you the best of this exciting 15-deck ship, day by day, with our specially-recommended activity and menu choices. With its signature facilities such as the ice-skating rink, Royal Promenade, Portofino and Johnny Rockets restaurants, there's something onboard for everyone!

 Download Voyager's Highlights (pdf)

For reservations and more information, visit www.royalcaribbean.com or contact  your
travel agent.

Recent Happenings
Successful Chartered Cruises in China on
Legend of the Seas

Legend of the Seas was successfully chartered for six cruises from March to April 2009 by Amway China, sailing directly from China to Taiwan and visiting Keelung, Hualien, and Taichung. This made Royal Caribbean the first international cruise company specially approved by the Chinese government to provide chartered cruises in China.
Successful Chartered Cruises in China on Legend of the Seas
Hong Kong Port Lecture by Expert
Hong Kong Port Lecture by Expert
From April 25-27, 2009 guests on Legend of the Seas from Shanghai to Hong Kong were treated to a lecture on Hong Kong's history, culture and places of interest by Mr Lawrence Tsui, a local expert. A hospitality desk was also set up for the guests' consultation. A collaboration with the Hong Kong Tourism Board, this lecture complemented the ship's shore excursion programs.
Ship Tour for HR Summit Delegates

On May 8, 2009, delegates of the HR Summit 2009 in Singapore were invited to a tour of Legend of the Seas, followed by lunch at the Romeo and Juliet Dining Room. Our guests were impressed by the ship's comprehensive facilities and amenities, which raised their interest in our ships as a conference and incentive venue or even
vacation choice.
Ship Tour for HR Summit Delegates
Special Feature
Royal Caribbean Suite Life Gets Much Sweeter...

From now on, our suite guests will get to enjoy even more amenities and personalized service for an exceptional and luxurious vacation experience. For these guests, Royal Caribbean International is rolling out a variety of service and in-stateroom enhancements throughout 2009:
Royal Caribbean Suite Life Gets Much Sweeter...

Royal Suite, Family Suite, Owner's Suite, Grand Suite (selected highlights)
  • Priority check-in
  • Personalized attention throughout the cruise with complimentary Concierge Club service
  • Complimentary luggage valet service
  • Reserved prime seating in the main theater for entertainment shows (where available)
  • Full breakfast, lunch and dinner dining room menus available for in-room dining
  • Priority tender tickets (where available)
  • Priority departure with exclusive suite departure lounge - includes continental breakfast
  • Luxury spa bathrobes (for use onboard)
  • Gold SeaPass® Card for recognition


Junior Suite Enhancements
  • Tea and coffee service ensuite
  • Terry bathrobes (for use onboard)
  • Bathroom amenities
  • Silver SeaPass® card for recognition
Junior Suite Enhancements

In addition, our suite guests can take advantage of the Concierge Club. To view a summary of services available at this private lounge, please click here.

More on Royal Caribbean Suites in our next issue's Special Feature!


Events & Promotions
Caribbean Cruises Promotion
Book from now till June 30, 2009 and receive US$50 Off per person (up to US$200 per stateroom based on a 4 person occupancy) on any stateroom category! PLUS, receive a US$100 Onboard Credit when you reserve a balcony stateroom, or a US$150 Onboard Credit with a deluxe stateroom reservation.
Adventure of the Seas® 7-Night Southern Caribbean
June 21, 28; July 26;
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;
September 6, 13, 2009

Adventure of the Seas® 7-Night Southern Caribbean
Explorer of the Seas® 9-Night Bermuda & Caribbean
June 25; August 6, 20, 2009

Freedom of the Seas® 7-Night Eastern/Western Caribbean
June 28; July 5, 12;
August 2, 16, 30, 2009

Grandeur of the Seas® 9-Night Eastern Caribbean
July 2, 16, 30;
August 27, 2009

Liberty of the Seas® 7-Night Eastern Caribbean
June 20; July 18;
August 1, 15, 29;
September 12, 2009

Terms and conditions apply.

For more information and reservations, please contact your travel agent or 6305 0033.


Quiz Bar
Ready to try our quiz after reading this issue of Live to Cruise? 10 lucky readers who answer correctly will win a Royal Caribbean International leather passport holder!

Question:
Name any new Legend of the Seas' Asian destination in 2010.


Send an email to MktgApac@rccl.com by July 1, 2009 with your answer in the subject heading followed by “RCCL Quiz”. Please leave your full name, contact number and postal address in the body of your email.

Terms and Conditions
  • The lucky draw is organized and conducted by Royal Caribbean Cruises (Asia) Pte Ltd.
  • Royal Caribbean Cruises (Asia) Pte Ltd reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions of the draw without prior notice.
  • Prize winners will be notified by email by July 14, 2009.
  • Prizes cannot be exchanged for cash.



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