Malaysia & Philippines

A cruise to Hong Kong offers a captivating glimpse into one of Asia’s most dynamic destinations.

A day aboard Silver Muse is a celebration of slow, unhurried travel, where time stretches generously and every moment can be savoured. Mornings might begin with breakfast on your veranda, brought by your butler, or a leisurely spread at La Terrazza with fresh pastries and ocean views. For a more energetic start, the Fitness Centre and yoga classes provide the perfect boost, while those seeking calm may retreat to the Observation Library with a good book. As the day unfolds, there are endless ways to unwind. The Zagara Beauty Spa offers soothing massages, facials and body wraps, while the Beauty Salon ensures you are always ready for an elegant evening. Outside, the Pool Deck is the social heart of the ship, where you can swim, soak in a whirlpool or simply enjoy a cocktail delivered to your lounger. Culture lovers might spend time at the Arts Café, browsing exhibitions while sipping a speciality coffee, or explore the Boutqieu for fine jewellery, designer fashion and exclusive fragrances. Dining is always a highlight. Atlantide serves elegant seafood and steaks, Indochine offers aromatic Asian dishes, and La Terrazza brings a taste of Italy, transforming from buffet-style lunches to à la carte dinners. For something more casual, The Grill’s Hot Rocks experience and Spaccanapoli’s crisp Neapolitan pizzas are ever popular. Evenings on board are filled with glamour. Begin with an aperitif at Dolce Vita, where live piano music creates a stylish atmosphere, before choosing between French refinement at La Dame, Japanese artistry at Kaiseki or live jazz with tapas at Silver Note. Afterwards, the Venetian Lounge hosts dazzling productions and films, while Connoisseur’s Corner and the Panorama Lounge offer more intimate ways to end the night. However you choose to spend it, a day at sea aboard Silver Muse is crafted to be extraordinary, a perfect blend of relaxation, fine dining and entertainment.

Vigan, the capital of the Province of Ilocos Sur, is located on the west coast of Luzon Island. It has the most intact examples of a planned Spanish colonial town in Asia, which was established in the 16th century. Vigan’s location at the river delta of the Abra River along the north-western coastline of the main island of Luzon, made this an important trading post before the colonial era. View less The city’s architecture reflects the melding of cultural elements from within the Philippines and China region with those of Europe and Mexico. This combination has created a unique culture and townscape unique within East and South-East Asia. The City is unique for having preserved much of its Hispanic colonial character and historic urban lay out.

The city sprawls eastward from Manila Bay. Its streets range from multi-lane boulevards to maze-like alleys. In this metropolis of 12 million, the contrast between spacious well-maintained elite communities like Forbes Park and overcrowded slum areas such as Tondo is immense. Occupied over the decades by the Spanish, Americans, British and Japanese, East now meets West, giving the city its unique character. The Walled City, a medieval fortified town, was the heart and soul of the country for more than 300 years. This city fortress, surrounded by moats and turreted walls 30 feet thick, was known as Intramuros. Only members of the Castilian upper class, friars, soldiers and government administrators were privileged to live inside the walls; natives had to live in the outlying boroughs.

"Dramatic rock protrusions rear from turquoise sea - while endless sweeps of golden sand, and underwater worlds of colourful life – make Coron a place that you can’t help but dive into. A snorkeler and scuba diver’s paradise, ghostly shipwrecks lie below the glorious waters here, swirling with life and stories. With complex coral reefs, towering cliffs, and turquoise waters blotched with emerald greens, Coron is a vibrant and revitalising escape of spectacular islands and pristine beaches. With limestone cliffs jutting into the air, Kayangan Lake is already beautiful enough from the surface - but it’s a whole other world in the depths of the freshwater lake. Dive in to see the underlying world in all of its colourful glory, or sail across the surface and observe the beauty through the glass-like water. Elsewhere, Lake Barracuda is a unique diving experience, where you can swim among a swirl of intertwining fresh and saltwater and feel the sudden shifts in temperature as you move. Experienced divers should head out to the dozens of ghostly Japanese wrecks that have lain still on these sea-beds ever since they were sunken by a US air assault, as the Pacific War raged. All of that swimming, diving and beachside relaxation is hard work - so visit Maquinit Hot Springs to dissolve any stresses in the thermally heated waters, which will poach any sore muscles back to health. A Buko Shake’s blend of coconut, milk and ice is always refreshing – especially when sipped on your choice of Coron’s isolated beach paradises."

Home to a New Wonder of the World - the amazing underground river that flows close by - Palawan’s capital promises a relentless assault of natural glory. Founded by the Spanish in 1872, Puerto Princesa is one of the Philippines’s largest centres - but the Green City is also one of the country's most spacious and lush. Whether it’s the innovative environmental credentials, or the dense vegetation clinging to scenic limestone cliffs nearby, Puerto Princesa welcomes you to a rich, green, and astonishingly beautiful corner of the world. View less The underground river of glowing emerald water slices into the limestone rock and runs through inky darkness for five miles, amid dark stalactites and elaborate natural rock sculptures. A subterranean wonder, sail into the cave in a canoe to witness this UNESCO World Heritage Site firsthand and explore a gaping interior, where bats flutter overhead. The scenery is just as impressive above the earth, with tropical beaches and rainforest-cloaked waterfalls nearby. Travel between attractive bays and islands, alive with diverse flora, as well as monkeys and monitor lizards wandering freely. Island hop the stunning sandy isles that pepper the turquoise water of Honda Bay, to investigate characterful idylls that beg to be snorkelled, surrounded by seawater stocked with starfish. Puerto Princesa itself is dotted with cultural and historical sites - including the harrowing World War II history of Plaza Cuartel. Where a massacre of American soldiers took place. Elsewhere, you can visit the thought-provoking Iwahig Prison and Penal Colony - which aims to reform prisoners through farming and agricultural practices. Head for the Baywalk to try some local foods, and to soak up the palm-lined waterfront atmosphere.

A day aboard Silver Muse is a celebration of slow, unhurried travel, where time stretches generously and every moment can be savoured. Mornings might begin with breakfast on your veranda, brought by your butler, or a leisurely spread at La Terrazza with fresh pastries and ocean views. For a more energetic start, the Fitness Centre and yoga classes provide the perfect boost, while those seeking calm may retreat to the Observation Library with a good book. As the day unfolds, there are endless ways to unwind. The Zagara Beauty Spa offers soothing massages, facials and body wraps, while the Beauty Salon ensures you are always ready for an elegant evening. Outside, the Pool Deck is the social heart of the ship, where you can swim, soak in a whirlpool or simply enjoy a cocktail delivered to your lounger. Culture lovers might spend time at the Arts Café, browsing exhibitions while sipping a speciality coffee, or explore the Boutqieu for fine jewellery, designer fashion and exclusive fragrances. Dining is always a highlight. Atlantide serves elegant seafood and steaks, Indochine offers aromatic Asian dishes, and La Terrazza brings a taste of Italy, transforming from buffet-style lunches to à la carte dinners. For something more casual, The Grill’s Hot Rocks experience and Spaccanapoli’s crisp Neapolitan pizzas are ever popular. Evenings on board are filled with glamour. Begin with an aperitif at Dolce Vita, where live piano music creates a stylish atmosphere, before choosing between French refinement at La Dame, Japanese artistry at Kaiseki or live jazz with tapas at Silver Note. Afterwards, the Venetian Lounge hosts dazzling productions and films, while Connoisseur’s Corner and the Panorama Lounge offer more intimate ways to end the night. However you choose to spend it, a day at sea aboard Silver Muse is crafted to be extraordinary, a perfect blend of relaxation, fine dining and entertainment.

Kota Kinabalu, the state capital of Sabah, is a relatively new town; the original one was destroyed during World War II. Strung out along the coast with jungle-clad hills as a backdrop, Kota Kinabalu, or KK for short, is home to a population of about 300,000. It was known as Jesselton before the war. The state of Sabah occupies the northern part of Borneo and is about the size of Ireland. After World War II, the British declared Sabah a Crown Colony. In 1963, Sabah gained her independence and joined the Federation of Malaysia. The old seafarer's name for Sabah was “Land Below the Wind,” referring to the state's location just below the typhoon belt. Kota Kinabalu's deep-water harbor gave the town strategic significance, evoking a Japanese invasion in 1942 and heavy bombing by the Allies. Following the war, the capital was moved from Sandakan to Jesselton and renamed Kota Kinabalu after the mountain. The pride of Sabah is Mount Kinabalu. With 13,431 feet, this is the highest mountain in Malaysia and a spectacular sight. For centuries, the Dusuns, Sabah's largest ethnic group, regarded the mountain as the final resting place of their departed. High priests still perform annual rites to appease the spirits.

The microscopic Sultanate of Brunei lays claim to one of the most dramatic rags-to-riches stories.Thanks to oil, the Sultan of Brunei is one of the richest men in the world, and the Sultanate is often dubbed a Shell-fare-state. Brunei's citizens do not pay income tax; they enjoy free education, medical care and old-age pensions. The government employs a third of the workforce, who are probably the best-paid bureaucrats in the world. Brunei Darussalam, as the country is officially called, is the rump of what was once a sprawling empire that occupied a land area of about twice the size of Luxembourg. On January 1, 1984, after nearly 100 years as a British Protectorate, Brunei became a fully independent sovereign nation. In August of 1967, Hassanal Bolkiah was crowned the 29th Sultan of Brunei. He succeeded his father, Sir Omar Ali Saifuddien III, who started to modernize the capital and is known as the architect of modern Brunei. Bandar Seri Begawan is the capital and the only town of any size in the country. It is a neat, modern city, split into three main areas. The “old” sector, built in the 1950s, is being redeveloped with new buildings around the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque; the Seri Complex, a commercial area dates from the 1970s, and Gadong boasts a recently shopping center and numerous restaurants. Bandar or, simply BSB, as the capital is commonly called, still features a sprawling maze of wooden houses built on stilts along the Brunei River. Its residents, the Kampong Ayer, have retained their traditional lifestyle despite all the trimmings of capitalism. They provide one of the more interesting elements in an otherwise modern city.

A day aboard Silver Muse is a celebration of slow, unhurried travel, where time stretches generously and every moment can be savoured. Mornings might begin with breakfast on your veranda, brought by your butler, or a leisurely spread at La Terrazza with fresh pastries and ocean views. For a more energetic start, the Fitness Centre and yoga classes provide the perfect boost, while those seeking calm may retreat to the Observation Library with a good book. As the day unfolds, there are endless ways to unwind. The Zagara Beauty Spa offers soothing massages, facials and body wraps, while the Beauty Salon ensures you are always ready for an elegant evening. Outside, the Pool Deck is the social heart of the ship, where you can swim, soak in a whirlpool or simply enjoy a cocktail delivered to your lounger. Culture lovers might spend time at the Arts Café, browsing exhibitions while sipping a speciality coffee, or explore the Boutqieu for fine jewellery, designer fashion and exclusive fragrances. Dining is always a highlight. Atlantide serves elegant seafood and steaks, Indochine offers aromatic Asian dishes, and La Terrazza brings a taste of Italy, transforming from buffet-style lunches to à la carte dinners. For something more casual, The Grill’s Hot Rocks experience and Spaccanapoli’s crisp Neapolitan pizzas are ever popular. Evenings on board are filled with glamour. Begin with an aperitif at Dolce Vita, where live piano music creates a stylish atmosphere, before choosing between French refinement at La Dame, Japanese artistry at Kaiseki or live jazz with tapas at Silver Note. Afterwards, the Venetian Lounge hosts dazzling productions and films, while Connoisseur’s Corner and the Panorama Lounge offer more intimate ways to end the night. However you choose to spend it, a day at sea aboard Silver Muse is crafted to be extraordinary, a perfect blend of relaxation, fine dining and entertainment.

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