Resorts World Cruises has marked a historic moment in the cruise industry with the Genting Dream, a massive 150,695 gross tonnage cruise ship, successfully berthing at the Phuket Deep Sea Port on July 24, 2024.
This milestone makes Genting Dream the largest cruise ship to dock at this port, ushering in a new era of luxury and convenience for cruise passengers.
As “the Cruise Line that Knows Asia Best,” Resorts World Cruises has long been renowned for its exceptional passenger experiences.
The direct berthing of the Genting Dream at Phuket Deep Sea Port means that travelers departing from Singapore on the 3-Night Phuket Cruise can now enjoy seamless embarkation and disembarkation in Phuket, eliminating the need for tender boats.
This change allows passengers to maximize their time on the island without the hassle of adhering to tender boat schedules.
The achievement is the result of meticulous planning and extensive collaboration between Resorts World Cruises, the Captains of Genting Dream, and the Phuket Pilots. Over the past six months, these teams have conducted comprehensive studies, risk assessments, and ship simulations with the Thailand authorities to ensure the feasibility and safety of this pioneering initiative.
Mr. Michael Goh, President of Resorts World Cruises, emphasised the importance of this collaboration, stating, “Our Marine Operational team, the Captains of Genting Dream, together with the Phuket Pilots, have conducted comprehensive studies, risk assessments, and ship simulations over half a year with the Thailand authorities to ensure the feasibility and safety of this pioneering initiative.”
This landmark event is not only a significant achievement for Resorts World Cruises but also a boost for Phuket’s image as a prime cruise destination. The regular berthing of the Genting Dream at Phuket Deep Sea Port is expected to enhance the island’s attractiveness to cruise travelers from around the world.
Mr. Goh further expressed his gratitude to the Marine Department, the Governor of Phuket province, the local port authorities, and Wallem Shipping Agency for their unwavering support and coordination in making this milestone possible.
With the establishment of a cruise terminal at Phuket Deep Sea Port, new opportunities for growth in the local and regional cruise tourism sector are on the horizon.
This development paves the way for potential future uses of the port as a cruise and clearance gateway for outbound passengers, further boosting the region’s cruise tourism industry.
To commemorate this significant milestone, a special port stay event was held onboard the Genting Dream.
Key figures from Resorts World Cruises, including Captain Havard Ramsoy, Senior Vice President of Fleet Operations; Mr. Jerry Leong, Senior Vice President of Business Development and Ports; Captain Jukka Silvennoinen, and Captain Robert Bodin of the Genting Dream, welcomed Deputy Governor of Phuket, Adul Chuthong, and local authorities for a special memento presentation.
Phuket enthusiasts can now embark on the Genting Dream from Singapore on alternate Tuesdays for a 3-Night Cruise, promising an immersive experience of the island’s vibrant attractions.
From pristine beaches to bustling nightlife filled with local food, night markets, and live entertainment, passengers can explore the best of what Phuket has to offer.
The Genting Dream also offers a variety of exciting itineraries from Singapore, including the 3-Night Penang-Kuala Lumpur Cruise, the 2-Night Kuala Lumpur Cruise, and the 2-Night High Seas Weekend Getaway Cruise. Alternatively, travelers can embark from Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang) for the 4-Night Singapore Discovery Cruise and the 3-Night Singapore-Penang Cruise.
For more information or to book your next adventure on the Genting Dream, visit www.rwcruises.com or email reservations.en@rwcruises.com.
