DREAM CRUISES UNVEILS 2020 SUMMER DREAM VACATIONS WITH A LINE UP FEATURING NEW DESTINATIONS AND FAN FAVOURITES

DREAM CRUISES UNVEILS 2020 SUMMER DREAM VACATIONS WITH A LINE UP
        FEATURING NEW DESTINATIONS AND FAN FAVOURITES
 New ports of call to include Christmas Island and Belitung in addition to popular destinations
                           including Palawan, Kota Kinabalu and more

Singapore, 22 July 2019 – Dream Cruises will be showcasing the best of Southeast Asia through a
dazzling array of new summer itineraries for 2020 that will feature exciting new destinations along with
fan favourite ports of call. From April to November next year, Genting Dream will set sail from her
homeport in Singapore on a series of 2, 3, 4 and 5-night cruises that will take guests on dream voyages
near and far to new locales such as Christmas Island and Belitung and ever popular hotspots including
Phuket, Penang, Palawan, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu, Koh Samui and more!

“Since her relocation to Singapore in 2017, Genting Dream has grown from strength to strength offering
the citizens of the Lion City and tourists even more vacation options with hassle-free cruises to the
most popular destinations around Southeast Asia,” said Mr Michael Goh, Senior Vice President –
International Sales, Genting Cruise Lines. “Having recently celebrated Genting Dream’s one millionth
guest in June 2019, we are upping the stakes next summer in 2020 by introducing new destinations
venturing to Christmas Island and Belitung while retaining our evergreen, popular ports of call in
Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines to provide our guests with a well-rounded selection of itineraries
to suit all travel tastes.”

Genting Dreams array of summer cruises encompass short weekend getaways to longer, week-long
voyages that will cater to a broad range of guests from couples looking for a romantic retreat to families
during summer holidays and even for MICE groups (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions)
that are looking for an innovative option for memorable events.

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Genting Dream Cruise Itineraries (April – November 2020):

   •   2-Night Weekend Bintan Cruise
   •   2-Night Port Klang Cruise
   •   2-Night Malacca Cruise
   •   3-Night Langkawi/Phuket Cruise
   •   3-Night Penang/Phuket Cruise
   •   3-Night Penang/Langkawi Cruise
   •   4-Night Malacca/Phuket Cruise
   •   5-Night Penang/Phuket/Langkawi/Port Klang
   •   5-Night Kota Kinabalu/Palawan (Puerto Princessa) Cruise
   •   5-Night Belitung/Christmas Island Cruise
   •   5-Night Redang/Koh Samui/Laem Chabang Cruise

Dream Destinations:

   •   Christmas Island: An Australian territory south of Java, Christmas Island is full of natural
       wonders from the unique annual red crab migration to rare and unusual birds and glorious
       deserted beaches.
   •   Belitung: This tiny Indonesian island paradise is known for its dreamy white sand beaches and
       views like no other – where visitors come to relax and cleanse both mind and soul.
   •   Palawan: Voted as The World’s Best Island by the readers of Travel + Leisure in 2013 and
       2107, Palawan, in the Philippines, is renowned for unspoiled, sugar-white beaches, world-class
       scuba diving and limestone rock formations rising out of the waters creating unbelievable
       seascapes. Renowned as “City In A Forest”, beneath the island lies the world’s longest 8.2km
       navigable Underground River, both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the ‘New 7
       Wonders of Nature’.
   •   Kota Kinabalu: Nestled in the northern part of Borneo in Malaysia, Kota Kinabalu is the capital
       of Sabah state and also the gateway to Kinabalu National Park, home of the famous 4,095m-
       high Mount Kinabalu.
   •   Koh Samui: Thailand’s second most popular island destination, Koh Samui is famous for its
       wonderful natural splendor of white beaches, clear seas, waterfalls and spectacular viewpoints
       along with beautiful temples and many activities for guests to enjoy.
   •   Port Klang: The main gateway by sea into Malaysia, Port Klang is the largest port in the
       country and also provides easy access to the glittering capital city of Kuala Lumpur.
   •   Malacca: Firmly rooted as Malaysia's historical city, visiting Malacca is like a journey back in
       time to witness the adventures and discoveries during Malacca's golden age.
   •   Langkawi: Known as the Jewel of Kedah, Langkawi is a district and an archipelago of 99
       islands in the Andaman Sea some 30 km off the mainland coast of northwestern Malaysia and
       an ecologically rich UNESCO geopark.

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•   Phuket: A rain-forested, mountainous island in the Andaman Sea, Phuket is famous for some of
       Thailand’s most popular beaches, old shophouses and busy markets in Phuket City and
       Patong’s many nightclubs, bars and discos.
   •   Penang: The island of Penang has long been regarded as the food capital of Malaysia and a
       melting pot of cultures with its blend of Eastern and Western influences, highlighted by golden
       beaches and tranquil seas.
   •   Redang: With turquoise blue waters and an abundance of spectacular marine life, Redang is
       beyond doubt one of the most beautiful islands in Malaysia.
   •   Laem Chabang: The busiest port in Thailand, Laem Chabang offers proximity to Bangkok, the
       country’s dynamic capital city, and the seaside resort city of Pattaya.
   •   Bintan: A short distance from Singapore, Bintan Island, in Indonesia, offers plenty of
       opportunities to explore pristine, white-sanded beaches, quaint seaside villages and an
       impressive list of hotels and resorts offering water-sport activities.

Complementing these destinations, guests can also enjoy a wide variety of on board facilities and
entertainment on the world-class Genting Dream. Guests can choose from an array of accommodations
(over 70% with balconies), a wide range of Asian and International cuisine selections, including Halal
certified cuisine options, exciting activities like the zip-line, rock climbing wall, waterslides and pools, as
well as award-winning entertainment - all-inclusive in the fare. For maximum luxury with Dream Cruises,
vacationers can pamper themselves in ‘The Palace’ – an exclusive ‘ship-within-a-ship’ concept with
European style butler service and private amenities. Another highlight not to be missed is Dream
Cruises’ signature theme “Dream Night” complete with a dazzling “Fireworks at Sea”, an Asian
exclusive, and partying at the internationally acclaimed Zouk for a great way to end a memorable cruise
journey with Dream Cruises.

                                                          The tiny Indonesian island paradise of Belitung is
                                                          known for its dreamy white sand beaches and views
                                                          like no other – where visitors come to relax and
                                                          cleanse both mind and soul.

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An Australian territory south of Java, Christmas Island
    is full of natural wonders from the unique annual red
    crab migration to rare and unusual birds and glorious
    deserted beaches.

    Voted as The World’s Best Island by the readers of
    Travel + Leisure in 2013 and 2107, Palawan, in the
    Philippines, is renowned for unspoiled, sugar-white
    beaches, world-class scuba diving and limestone rock
    formations rising out of the waters creating
    unbelievable seascapes. Renowned as “City In A
    Forest”, beneath the island lies the world’s longest
    8.2km navigable Underground River, both a UNESCO
    World Heritage Site and one of the ‘New 7 Wonders of
    Nature’.

    Nestled in the northern part of Borneo in Malaysia,
    Kota Kinabalu is the capital of Sabah state and also the
    gateway to Kinabalu National Park, home of the
    famous 4,095m-high Mount Kinabalu.

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Thailand’s second most popular island destination, Koh
                                                    Samui is famous for its wonderful natural splendor of
                                                    white beaches, clear seas, waterfalls and spectacular
                                                    viewpoints along with beautiful temples and many
                                                    activities for guests to enjoy.

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For more information about Dream Cruises and Genting Dream’s 2020 Summer Itineraries, please visit
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About Dream Cruises

Genting Hong Kong brings nearly 25 years’ of Asian cruise industry experience in creating its new cruise
line – Dream Cruises.

Dream Cruises aims to be a pacesetter in the cruise industry in the region, meeting the needs of the
‘emerging generation’ of confident, independently-minded and upwardly-mobile Asian travellers.
Dream Cruises offers inspirational journeys, which are Asian at heart and international in spirit.

Purpose-built for the China and Asia market, Genting Dream, the first ship of the fleet, debuted in
November 2016, with her sister ship World Dream joining in November 2017, offering guests the
highest levels of service and spacious comfort in the region. Further expanding the Dream Cruises
family, the highly anticipated Explorer Dream has launched in 2019 and production has also started in
Germany on the first new Global Class ship that will join the fleet in 2021.

Accommodations reflect both size and choice for travellers with over 70 per cent of staterooms
featuring private balconies and over 100 connecting rooms catering to extended families and groups.
Distinguished by its European style butler service and special all-inclusive guest privileges, The Palace, a
luxurious ship within a ship concept, will indulge travellers in lavish suites and an aura of exclusivity.

With the finest Asian and international dining, exceptional service, enthralling entertainment and
inspirational experiences, Dream Cruises aims to redefine vacation travel with a transformational
journey at sea.

Since its launch, Dream Cruises has been recognized by the Berlitz Cruising and Cruise Guide 2019 with
Genting Dream and World Dream jointly placing 7th in the Large Resort Ship category, awarded ‘Best
Cruise Operator’ at the Travel Trade Gazette’s (TTG) Travel Awards 2018 and “Best Cruise Line – Cuisine”,
“Best Cruise Line – Entertainment” and “Best New Ship” for World Dream at the Travel Weekly Asia
Readers’ Choice Awards 2018.

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