8 Days Singapore, Jakarta, Geraldton, Fremantle
22/11/2015 - 29/11/2015
We booked the 31 nights Southern Hemisphere Cruise from Star Cruise on 14 Aug 2015 for RM13,733 per person. This promotional rate is for a twin sharing Inside Stateroom and is inclusive of all seaport charges. Because we booked early we were given a choice to select our room. We choose the highest passenger deck, which is Deck 11.
Our cruise is part of the original 49 days cruise that departs from Hong Kong and ends in Hong Kong. For our cruise we departs from Singapore and ends in Singapore. Our destination includes Jakarta, Geraldton, Fremantle, Albany, Adelaide, Melbourne, Burnie(Tasmania), Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Bali and Johor Baru.
Our cruise itinerary
Day 1 – 21 Nov 2015
Depart Kuantan for Singapore by transnational 10:30PM
bus.
Day 2 – 22 Nov 2015
Arrived at Summerset bus terminal at about 5:30am. We
had breakfast at one of the nearby coffee shops before taking the MRT to
Harbour Front Station. After storing our luggage at the cruise terminal luggage
storage area we met up with my nephew Chee Mun for lunch. Checked into Superstar
Virgo at about 4pm. We had our first dinner onboard at the Pavillion Chinese
Restaurant. Ship depart Singapore at 8pm. At 10:15PM we enjoyed our first dance show, Hot! Hot! Hot! at the Lido Theatre at Deck 7. It features dancers from Brazil. Before the night ends we joined the Relay Fun Games with the cruise staff at the Taverna at Deck 13.
Superstar Virgo waiting at Harbour Front for us to board
View of the pool deck on Level 12. It has 4 heated Jacuzzi and a heated pool
Day 3 – 23 Nov 2015
We are in the high
seas today on the way to Tanjong Priok Port, Jakarta. We woke up early for
our morning walk on Deck 12 before exercising in the well equipped gym. We crossed
the Equator early this morning, which is a significant event for sailors, especially
in the old days.
We spent the day
taking part in some of the activities on board the ship and doing some reading
in the library.
Our crossing the equator line certificate
Exercising in the well equipped gym
Having our first breakfast at the Mediterranean Buffet Restaurant
Lili joining the morning exercise at the Galaxy of the Stars
Towels folding demonstration by the cruise staff
Tonight we have BBQ dinner at the pool side
Day 4 – 24 Nov 2015
Arrived at Tanjong
Priok Port at about 8am. Joined a onshore excursion for a shopping tour to two
shopping centres in Jakarta. We visited the Sarinah Mall and Grand Indonesia Mall, two
of the most popular malls with tourist. Sarinah Mall sells mainly local
products and Grand Indonesia sells mainly branded goods. We had lunch at Grand
Indonesia Mall. The ship depart Jalarta at about 8pm local time.
Dancers welcoming the cruise passengers upon arrival at the port
Relaxing at Deck 7 before our dinner
The Tetrachords Trio entertaining at the Grand Piazza on Deck 7
Enjoying our Western Set dinner at the Genting Palace
The Lilac Lounge Dancers performing at the Galaxy of the Stars
Day 5 – 25 Nov 2015
We are on the high
seas today. Cruise by Krakatoa volcano at around 6am. Krakatoa is a volcanic island situated in the Sunda Strait between the islands of Java and Sumatra in the Indonesian province of Lampung. The eruption in year 1883 unleashed huge tsunamis and destroyed over two thirds of the island. The explosion is considered to be the loudest sound ever heard in modern history, with reports of it being heard up to 3000 miles from its point of origin. The shock waves from the explosion were recorded on barographs worldwide.
The ship stopped for photo taking until 7am before continue sailing.
Lili taking part in the afternoon dance with the Sound Clippers Band
Enjoying the evening breeze at the ship Alf
The Singing Sensations from the Philippines and Australia performing
The singing trio from the Major Impact Band entertaining us at the Tavenna
Day 6 – 26 Nov 2015
Sail on the high seas today.
Morning dance exercise with the cruise staff at Galaxy of the Stars
Ice carving demonstration by the one of the cruise's chef at Tavenna
Balloon twisting class with the Cruise Director Keith
Pre-Gala Dinner drinks
With Cruise Director Keith from Malaysia
Pre-Gala Dinner dance performance at the Grand Piazza
With the Singing Sensations from Philippines and Australia
The Captain introducing the ship's senior staff before the Gala Dinner
With the Captain and Chief Enginner
Enjoying our 1st Gala Dinner on board Superstar Virgo
The staff at Genting Palace celebrating Lili's birthday today during the Gala Dinner
Lili presented with a birthday cake
With the Germen Executive Chef
After the Gala Dinner we watched the Dance Music Awards Show which incorporates dances, acrobatic and magic performance.
Dress changing performance
In a twinkling of an eye the lady's dress is changed!
Acrobatic act by a couple
Some of the dancers
70's Disco Party Fever at the Aces Club
Day 7 – 27 Nov 2015
Sailing on the high seas today.
Tonight we have BBQ at the Parthenon Pool side. Mouth Watering deserts.
Plenty of seafood to eat to your heart's contend
Juicy roast pork
Beautiful sunset at the background
Relaxing at the Aces Bar
Mini Show: Cinemascope at the Grand Piazza
Last get together party for guest disembarking at Geraldton tomorrow.
Day 8 – 28 Nov 2015
Arrive at Geraldton
at about 11am. Departed Geraldton for Fremantle at 7pm.
Located on a pristine coastline, Geraldton is yje regional hub of Australia's Coral Coast and an experience like no other. Just 4.5 hours drive from Perth, Geraldton offers beautiful beaches, cafes, bars and restaurants, a friendly country town feel, cultured heritage, history and a thriving multicultural and Aboriginal community.
Relaxing moment in the library
Boarding the tendering boat for The Port of Geraldton
Our cruise ship ism too big to berth at the Port of Geralton. So we have to board the smaller tender boards which can accommodate 150 passengers each. Upon arrival at the board we purchased a AUD5 pass for a hop on hop off tourist bus that took us to 5 attractions.
Our first stop was the HMAS Sydney II Menorial. It is a fitting tribute to the 645 lives lost on the HMAS Sydney II in 1941. From here we can have a 360 degrees view of Geraldton.
Our next stop is the St Francis Xavier Cathedral. Located in the heart of Geraldton, this iconic architectural Cathedral is the work of the late Monsignor Hawes. The parish priest arrived in Geraldton in 1915, the foundation was laid in 1916 and the building completed in 1938
Later we took a stroll along Geraldton's magnificent foreshore and viewed the aboriginal arts, the emu eggs, on the beach
We then walked to the WA Museum Geraldton where you can discover the shipwrecks of the Mid West Coast and the story of the Batavia.
Beautiful sunset
At the Aces Bar after dinner at Pavilion Restaurant
At the Star Deck
Starstruck Showtime at the Lido Theatre
Farewell party with Sound Clippers Band and Hotel Team for those disembarking at Fremantle tomorrow.
Day 9 – 29 Nov 2015
Arrived at Fremantle
Passenger Terminal at about 8am. The ship will depart Fremantle for Albany at 6pm today..
At Grand Piazza while waiting for our departure for our free and easy tour of Fremantle. We walked from the Passenger Terminal to our first destination, the Freemantle Market.
Entrance to Fremantle Market
Inside Fremantle Market. Most of the stalls are manned by Asians
We then took the free Red Cat bus service for a city tour. We stopped at a few places. Our first stop was at the WA Maritime Museum.
At the WA Museum Shipwreck Galleries
From the museum we walked to a nearby winery for Beer Tasting. The winery produces various kinds of beers.
Had our Fish & Chips lunch at this restaurant which supposedly serve the original and best fish & chips.
Nice view to enjoy our lunch
Grand Tropical Sail Away Party and Mega Sale Event at the Aces Club
A night of music with singing cruise staff Francis, Mark & Liezi at the Galaxy of the Stars
The Lilac Dancers in action at the Galaxy of the Stars
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