The Westerdam is an elegant, award-winning cruise ship that combines maritime tradition with modern amenities, ideal for those who want to enjoy the sea as a destination in itself. With refined spaces such as the Greenhouse Spa & Salon, original entertainment areas such as Music Walk with live music, sophisticated lounges, and vibrant nightlife, this ship offers unforgettable experiences on board. Its elegant atmosphere is complemented by a careful selection of cuisine in multiple restaurants and bars, comfortable lounges with live entertainment, and places to relax while contemplating ocean views, making the journey as appealing as the destinations it visits.
According to the report of Hong Kong archaeological society, there were people settled in Tsuen Wan as early as two thousand years ago. In earlier days, it was known as Tsin Wan (淺灣) which means shallow bay, and later renamed to Tsuen Wan. Another name Tsak Wan (賊灣, Hakka dialect pronunciation: tshet wan), pirate bay, indicates the presence of pirates nearby long ago. In fact, the area around Rambler Channel was known as Sam Pak Tsin (三百錢), literally meaning three hundred coins. There was a legend that pirates would collect three hundred coins should one pass through the area.
In 1911, there were approximately 3000 villagers living in Tsuen Wan. In the 20th century, factories moved in gradually due to its proximity to Kowloon. With the construction of Castle Peak Road in 1917, motor vehicles could reach the town in addition to access on foot and by boat. Regular bus services did not begin until 1933. Early industries relied on the ample local water supply to make incense sticks, preserved fruit and farming, while post-war industries included metalwares and textiles.
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Day 4
puerto princesa - philippines
Arrival: 07:00
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Departure: 17:00
Puerto Princesa, officially City of Puerto Princesa is a city located in the western rovincial island of Palawan, Philippines. Puerto Princesa is the location of the Philippines' Western Command headquarters.
MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
• Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. With its crystalline waters and spectacular cave formations, the Underground River is possibly Puerto Princesa's most popular attraction. The site was also declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999. The winding path of the river is navigable via small boats that depart from Sabang Beach.
• Honda Bay. Consisting of several islets with beautiful beaches, Honda Bay is the place to go to for swimming, snorkeling as well as beach and island hopping.
• Iwahig Penal Colony. A good example of a true correctional institute, the Iwahig Penal Colony is more of a farming community rather than a prison.
• Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center.
• Butterfly Garden.
• Our Lady of Immaculate Conception. A very beautiful church that is decorated in blue and white.
• Palawan Museum.
• PSU Museum. This is a one room museum located inside a university building.
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Day 5
boracay - philippines
Arrival: 10:00
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Departure: 18:00
Boracay is a small island in the Philippines located south of Manila and the northwest tip of Panay Island in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. The island comprises the barangays of Manoc-Manoc, Balabag, and Yapak in the municipality of Malay, in Aklan Province. Boracay is also famous for being one of the world's top destinations for relaxation.
MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
• White Beach.
• Puka Beach.
• Baling Hai Beach. This is a quiet little cove just north of Diniwid Beach, where you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling and dining in a relaxed, peaceful environment.
• Bulabog Beach.
• The Bat Cave. The cave is on the western-end of the island and down several dirt roads. The mouth of the cave is littered with large boulders, and is difficult to enter and walk down.
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Day 6
manila, phillipines
Arrival: 08:00
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Departure: 18:00
Manila is the largest city and the financial and commercial capital of the Philippines. It is located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay on Luzon, the country's largest island. Manila is a modern metropolis with Filipino heritage and Spanish, Chinese and American cultures creating a unique atmosphere. Spread throughout the city there are many temples and places of worship of different religions. Baroque colonial churches, Buddhist and Taoist temples and the beautiful Golden Mosque are an example of the city’s multi-cultural heritage.
Rizal Park, also known as the Luneta, is the city’s main attraction. Inside the park there are many important sites to explore such as the Chinese and Japanese Gardens, the National Museum of the Philippines, The National Library of the Philippines, the Planetarium, an Orchidarium, an open-air auditorium for cultural performances, and the monument and final resting place of the country’s hero, José Rizal. At the northern end of Manila Bay lies the old walled Spanish settlement of Manila, Intramuros, meaning within the walls. Sadly much of it was destroyed during the war but it still contains some of the city's most interesting museums, ruins, and churches including the Manila Cathedral, the most important church in the country.
Colorful and energetic, Manila is a city full of history, edgy galleries, exciting nightlife, delicious restaurants and modern shopping malls. Once known as the Pearl of the Orient, Manila still is a tourist attraction all by itself.
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Day 8
kaohsiung, taiwan, china
Arrival: 07:00
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Departure: 16:00
Kaohsiung City is a special municipality in Taiwan. Located in southern-western Taiwan and facing the Taiwan Strait, it is by area the largest municipality, at 2,951.85 km2 (1,139.72 sq mi), stretches from Mt. Jade to Taiping Island, and second most populous (by city proper) with a population of approximately 2.77 million. Since its start in the 17th century, Kaohsiung has grown from a small trading village, into the political, economic, transportation, manufacturing, refining, shipbuilding, and industrial center of southern Taiwan. It is a global city with sufficiency as categorized by Globalization and World Cities Research Network in 2012.
The Kaohsiung International Airport is the second largest airport in Taiwan. The Port of Kaohsiung is the largest harbor in Taiwan, but not officially part of Kaohsiung City. The southern terminal of the Freeway 1 is in Kaohsiung. For north-south travel on railway, the city is served by the Taiwan Railways Administration stations of TRA Western Line and Pingtung Line. The Taiwan High Speed Rail also provides fast and frequent railway connection to Taipei. The Kaohsiung Mass Rapid Transit, the city's subway system, was launched in early 2008. Kaohsiung was the host city of the World Games 2009, a multi-sport event primarily composed of sports not featured in the Olympic Games. The city is also home to the Republic of China Navy fleet headquarters and academy.
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Day 9
taipei(keelung),taiwan,china
Arrival: 08:00
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Departure: 17:00
Keelung, officially known as Keelung City, is a major port city situated in the northeastern part of Taiwan. It borders New Taipei with which it forms the Taipei–Keelung metropolitan area, along with Taipei itself. Nicknamed the Rainy Port for its frequent rain and maritime role, the city is Taiwan's second largest seaport (after Kaohsiung).
Keelung has a humid subtropical climate. It has long been noted as one of the wettest and gloomiest cities in the world; the effect is related to the Kuroshio Current.
Although it is one of the coolest cities of Taiwan, winters are still short and warm, whilst summers are long, relatively dry and hot.
One of the most popular festivals in Taiwan is the mid-summer Ghost Festival. The Keelung Ghost Festival is among the oldest in Taiwan, dating back to 1851 after bitter clashes between rival clans, which claimed many lives before mediators stepped in.
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Day 10
ishigaki - japan
Arrival: 07:00
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Departure: 16:00
Ishigaki Island (石垣島 Ishigaki-jima, Yaeyama: Ishanagï, Okinawan: Ishigachi), also known as Ishigakijima, is a Japanese island south-west of Okinawa Hontō and the second-largest island of the Yaeyama Island group. It is within the City of Ishigaki in Okinawa Prefecture. The city functions as the business and transport center of the archipelago. The island is served by New Ishigaki Airport, the largest airport in the Yaeyamas.
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Day 11
Naha
Arrival: 07:00
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Departure: 17:30
Naha is the capital city of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Naha is a city on the East China Sea coast of the southern part of Okinawa Island, the largest of Okinawa Prefecture. Naha is the political, economic and education center of Okinawa.
MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
• huri Castle. This castle is the former seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom, built in the Okinawan
• The town of Itoman lies south and southeast of Naha.
• Himeyuri Peace Museum.
• Okinawa Peace Park. This park has a beautiful view overlooking the ocean, and features several open-air memorials including theC ornerstone of Peace
• Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum.
• Okinawa Peace Memorial Hall.
• Okinawa World.
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Day 13
osaka, japan
Arrival: 08:00
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Departure: 23:00
Osaka is a big modern city in Japan. It is the central metropolis of the Kansai region and the largest of the Osaka-Kobe-Kyoto trio. It is a lively and exciting place that exudes a definite charm. Its history is rich, its scenery is gorgeous, and it's well-located close to the major cultural centers of Kyoto and Nara, and just a few hours by bullet train to Tokyo.
Osaka has two major city centers, Kita, north side, and Minami, south side. Kita is a large shopping and business area, Minami is Osaka's most famous entertainment district. Osaka’s major attractions are the impressive, beautifully restored, castle and the truly wonderful aquarium. Osaka has some striking modern architecture, a vibrant nightlife scene and tasty local cuisine. To experience the city’s nightlife head to bustling Dōtonbori, a street jammed with restaurants and bars.
There are also some beautiful places to visit just outside of the city. Minoo is a suburb of Osaka which offers pleasant woodland, an impressive waterfall, hiking opportunities and a relaxing spa.
Osaka combines historical, cultural and artistic attractions with all the delights of a modern Japanese metropolis. Japan's third-largest city offers an exciting atmosphere, with fantastic connections to some of the most historic cities in Japan.
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Day 15
tokyo (yokohama)
Arrival: 08:00
Tokyo is the capital of Japan and one of the largest urban area in the world. Tokyo is the financial center of Japan and a blend of high-technology and tradition. Tokyo is huge and a well-organized modern city.
The city landscape of Tokyo consists of temples and shrines, quiet nature reserves, historical buildings, futuristic architecture and neon lights. The core of the city includes Chiyoda and Chuo. This area features the impressive Imperial Palace, the national government buildings, the famous shopping area of Ginza, Tsukiji fish market, Akihabara electronics market and the historic Tokyo Station. The quiet neighborhood of Asakusa has some must-see attractions such as the Sensoji Temple, the Nakamise-dōri shopping arcade, and the Golden Poo. Nearby is the Ueno area, including the Ameyoko market. A perfect spot to shop for traditional gifts and see a great Buddhist temple. Another major attraction of the city is the Meiji Shrine, located in Shibuya.
Tokyo is a unique city that has something for everyone, busy shopping areas, famous nightlife, historical sights, quiet parks, and amazing scenery.
NOTE: If you are interested in more than one cabin, you must do as many bookings as the number of cabins you want . * In case of having received any type of promotion or advantage for Newlyweds Travel, an official document will be required that proves the recent marriage of the couple.
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