Dream a little dream cruise
It’s often said, it’s not the destination, it’s the journey. But what if the journey is the destination?
Wong Kar Wai vibes: Top male model, Johannes Dula
Top model Lou Yanong
Survey after survey, story after story, statistics show that today’s young consumers pursue experiences over assets, saving for traveling rather than for the traditional house or car. And so traveling itself has to evolve, has to offer more sensations, more stimuli, or maybe in some cases, even less. In the BTS song Euphoria, an ode to the exuberance of youthful love, these lines capture the wonder of going off to sea: “I hear the faraway ocean across a dream/over the horizon/going to that place of clarity/you are the cause of my euphoria.” People often speak of making travel bucket lists by naming famous capitals or remote destinations. But it is also a dream to experience all the different modes of travel, and so cruising has grown to add even more pleasures on board a ship. To travel by sea, to be constantly looking out at the infinite blue, slows down time; one can lose and find the self all at once.
Model & gym coach Mauro Lumba and Binibining Pilipinas 2018 top 10 finalist Aya Abesamis.
Model, Lou Munoz & international ramp & print ad model Philippe Magalona
The sensation of boarding a large ship captures both the imagination and one’s primal senses; the cruise is a Colossus but as it glissades across the water, the movement is seamless and serene. Dream Cruises also manages to combine the sleek feel of an urban hotel with all the fun and carefree attractions of a beach resort. In the Reception Lobby, there’s both a library and a virtual reality screen. The Waterslide Park is a watery playground, with giant slides and large decks. Do you want that sensation of flying over the ocean? There’s a zipline, rope course, climbing wall and running track, for that all-important adrenaline rush. Come nightfall, one can start off with a snack at The Lido, some cocktails at the Johnny Walker Lounge and then a luxurious dinner worthy of a Wong Kar-wai movie at the Silk Road. You can then book a private sing-along room and party all night with friends.
Back to Black band
Or you can find a corner of the Dream Dining Room Lower, create your own multicourse meal from the wide array of choices and just take in the moment when day becomes dusk, or be taken in by the hypnotic ripples of the midnight sapphire waves.
Stretching and shimmying surrounded by the sea.
You can also sweat it out at the gym and then be spoiled in a spa — both are available at the Crystal Life Fitness and Spa. Or have a movie night in the main lobby, or at the Zouk Beach, located at the aft of the ship for that vintage drive-in movie feel. Luxury retail therapy is also ever-present. Live shows will also enthrall your jaded, cynical soul.
Jach Manere with Philippines Next Top model top 3 finalist, Ina Guerrero.
Many people say that the glamour of travel has been eclipsed by the long security measures or the crowded airports. Going on a Dream Cruise, while offering full modern amenities and updated attractions, brings back a little of that elegant feel: when travel was a special occasion, giving you the comforts of your own home.
A Tale of Two Dreams: The artwork on World Dream’s hull was made by London-based Shanghainese artist Jacky Tsai.
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Find exclusive deals and offers for your Dream Cruise experience at Travel Tour Expo 2019 on Feb. 8 to 10 at the SMX Convention Center.
Live your dream vacation with Dream Cruises. Book through any local travel agency. For information, call 836-6080 or email salesmanila@gentingcruiselines.com.
