Hong Kong Cruises

Hong Kong has become a popular departure point and port of call for many cruise lines. The city is very popular and very beautiful. The coast of the city is also very beautiful and is an awesome sight to see from a cruise ship. Cruises are relatively inexpensive if planned properly and over-sea cruises are even more exciting. Hong Kong also has its own cruise line called Star Cruises and they operate over 22 ships out of Hong Kong.

Whether you are arriving or departing, you will visit Ocean Terminal. This three-story complex is the port for the cruise lines coming and going from Hong Kong. Even if you are not in Hong Kong for a cruise, Ocean Terminal is a sight to see. Ocean Terminal is also very close to the many other sights to see in Hong Kong including museums and art galleries. Ocean Terminal is located at the end of the Kowloon Peninsula near Tsim Sha Tsui.

Harbor City is Hong Kong's largest shopping mall and it is located in Ocean Terminal. You don't have very far to go from departing your ship to find this amazing retail heaven. Harbor City has over seven hundred retail stores. They also have a food court, cinemas and a hotel. Many of the shops in Harbor City include Anna Sui, Givenchy, Fabio Cavliglia, Coach, E.C. Eatery, Jil Sander, The Organic Pharmacy, Hugo Boss, Ashworth and Brooks Brothers just to name a few

If you are departing Hong Kong on a cruise, you will have the opportunity to visit other beautiful Asian countries. Ports of call out of Hong Kong include Thailand, Indonesia, China, Korea, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Phillipines. There are many popular cruise lines that sail from Hong Kong including Princess Cruises, Holland America, Clipper Cruise Lines, Silversea Cruises, Semester At Sea, Crystal Cruises, Japan Cruise Line and more.

If you have never been on a cruise, you don't know what you are missing. Cruising gives you the opportunity to take a relaxing vacation without having to worry about renting cars, where to eat or where to shop. Your cruise line will provide you with excellent gourmet meals every morning, afternoon and night. There are often midnight buffets that are absolutely amazing and a work of art in themselves. They provide guides for touring cities on your own as well as shore excursions. They often have excursions that you can purchase that give you the opportunity to go snorkeling, diving, horseback riding on the beach and more. The ship crew will hold seminars that tell you the best places to shop and where you will get great deals. They will also tell you what to stay away from. While at a port of call, you can still go back to the boat for a free lunch if you desire. Cruising takes all the worry out of planning a vacation because they have all the information you need already available to you. At night you already have a room so there is no worry about hotels or lodging and while at sea you can relax on the deck with a cold drink. They also provide activities for children to have fun with other children on the cruise while the parents relax.

If you can't afford to visit Asia while in Hong Kong, you may be interested in a Harbour Cruise. These cruises depart from Victoria Harbour and you can relax and enjoy the view. They feature Morning Cruises, Afternoon Cruises, Evening Cruises, Sunset Cruises and A Symphony of Lights Cruise. You will be able to see the beauty of Hong Kong Island's skyline and when it gets dark the city comes alive with neon lights.

Whether you are coming to or leaving Hong Kong, your Hong Kong cruise will be an absolutely enjoyable experience. You will see and do things you never dreamed possible. Cruising also gives you the chance to see different cultures and join in on their activities. Be aware because cruising is addicting! You will definitely want to take another cruise after your first.