Queen Mary 2
2O13 World Voyages
11 February MAIDEN CALL KO SAMUI, THAILAND
The beaches and crystal waters are the main draw to this gorgeous part of Thailand. Exotic is the norm in Ko Samui, where optional activities range from a Coconut Plantation Monkey Show to trekking on elephant back.
12 February
BANGKOK (LAEM CHABANG), THAILAND
Sometimes called the “Venice of the East” for its many canals and waterways, Bangkok is magical and memorable. Take a Chao Phraya river cruise to take in sights like the Temple of the Dawn and the city’s floating markets.
14 February
27–28 January OVERNIGHT DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Visit the iconic Burj Al Arab Hotel, the only 7-star hotel in the world, take a 4-wheel-drive desert safari and a camel ride, shop in the gold and spice souks or ride a high-speed elevator to the 124th floor of the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa — all in intriguing Dubai.
29 January MAIDEN CALL
ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Be one of the fortunate few to enjoy a maiden call in the intriguing Middle Eastern port of Abu Dhabi. You can join a dune safari, glimpse authentic desert life in Heritage Village, tour mosques and museums and more.
2 February COCHIN, INDIA
Cultures converge in Cochin, where the options for your day include visiting Portuguese Fort Cochin, touring English Tudor-style mansions, exploring the Dutch palace of Mattancherry, or marvelling at the Jewish synagogue built in the mid-1500s.
4 February MAIDEN CALL COLOMBO, SRI LANKA
Like many cities in the region, Colombo proudly displays the heritage of a world of influences — the Portuguese-era Colombo Fort, houses and buildings from both the Dutch and British times, and Hindu temples.
7 February MAIDEN CALL LANGKAWI, MALAYSIA
The largest in an archipelago of over 100 islands, Langkawi is a popular resort with lush forests and spectacular white sand beaches. Cruise the stunning Kilim River through a nature preserve to admire the local wildlife and then shop for local crafts.
8 February
KUALA LUMPUR (PORT KELANG), MALAYSIA
Malaysia’s capital is a thrilling modern city with landmarks such as the Petronas Towers, the tallest twin towers on earth; one of the largest mosques in Southeast Asia; the National Museum; and the Lake Gardens park complex.
9 February
SINGAPORE Stop into the famous Raffles Hotel for their trademark Singapore Sling. Afterward, you may want to head to the fabulous Jurong Bird Park with over 600 species and mammoth walk-in aviaries, or the splendid Botanical Gardens.
HO CHI MINH CITY (PHU MY), VIETNAM
There are so many ways you could spend a day in Ho Chi Minh City. Set out for the markets, rice fields and traditional villages on the Mekong Delta, or explore some of the 124 miles of Vietnam War-era underground tunnels in the Cu Chi District.
17–18 February OVERNIGHT HONG KONG
An overnight stay in Hong Kong is a highlight of the Asia portion of your itinerary. For a great overview, take a harbour cruise or ride the tram to the top of Victoria Peak. Head out after dark for some of the city’s famous Cantonese cuisine.
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