Many people laughed at the idea of a 3 day 2 night cruise to ‘Nowhere’ that were launched last year,
But did you know as of today, over 82,000 Singaporeans have taken a 3 Day 2 Night Cruise to “Nowhere”?
Essentially, for 3 days and 2 nights, you’ll be onboard a regular cruise, participating in their activities & enjoying yourself with their f&b options while the ship stays within Singapore waters.
If you’re itching for a holiday that isn’t a regular a staycation, read on!
This will be especially useful if you’ve never taken a cruise,
Because, we’ll be looking at the different cruise operators permitted to run right now,
And what type of prices & experience you can expect for a 3 Day 2 Night ‘Cruise to Nowhere!’
(Information displayed in this post is accurate as of 11 March 2021)
Disclaimer: Mind Your Money is not affiliated in any way to the cruise operators and takes no responsibility for actions resulting from information given in this post.
Cruise Operator #1: Royal Caribbean International
Presently, Royal Caribbean is only offering cruises aboard its ‘Quantum of the Seas’ cruise ship,
However, as the leading ship of it’s cruise line, ‘Quantum’ offers plentiful entertainment & F&B options such as:
Activities:
- Northstar Observation Capsule
- SeaPlex Indoor Activities: Bumper Cars, Basketball, Rollerskating, Table Games
- Skydiving Simulator (Ripcord by iFly)
- Surf Simulator
- Bumper Car Cruising
- Pool Deck
- Solarium (Adults Only Relaxation Room)
- ‘Vitality’ Sea Spa
- Escape Room
- ‘Starwater’ (Live Performance)
- 24 Hour Room Service
F&B:
- Windjammer Buffet
- The Cafe & TW070 (Light Eats)
- La Patisserie (Coffee/Desserts)
- Jamie’s Italian By Jamie Oliver
- Wonderland (‘Imaginative’ Cuisine)
- Dog House (Hot Dogs)
- Chops Grille (Surf & Turf)
- Cafe Promenade (Light Meals & Desserts)
- Sorrento’s Pizza
- Coastal Kitchen (Mediterranean-Fusion)
- Main Dining Room (Global Cuisine)
- Chef’s Table (Gourmet Dining)
- Izumi (Japanese)
- 8 Different Bars & Lounges
You definitely won’t be short of things to do (or eat) on board throughout 3 days or 2 nights,
But how much does it cost to get a cabin for that duration, or longer?
Prices & Discounts:
Prices range across 4 different room types, and prices do vary according to your date of departure (Dates range across April & May);
*Information courtesy of Royal Carribean International
** Prices are per person
If you’re desperate to scratch the vacation bug, you’d be pleased to know that up until 16 March…
…Discounts of up to 50% or $300 are given for bookings made until June 21, with children being able to join…for FREE!
However if you’re thinking.
“Can I use my SingapoRediscover vouchers?”
Unfortunately, the answer is No – as cruises are not on the Singapore Tourism Board’s list of participating merchants. 🙁
COVID-19 Precautions:
As a cruise is an enclosed area, Royal Carribean is taking plenty of precautions to avoid / mitigate likelihood of onboard COVID-19 cases.
These include:
- Pre-cruise COVID testing for all crew & passengers (covered by Royal Carribean) before 21 June.
- Daily Sanitization with medical grade cleaning products
- Reduced passenger capacity
- Constantly filtered air to reduce risk of particle transmission
100% Refunds are also available in the event you or anyone in your travel party:
Tests positive within three weeks prior to the cruise, at the boarding terminal, or during the cruise.
And if any COVID-19 related expenses are incurred, Royal Caribbean will cover:
- Onboard medical treatment
- Cost of any required land-based quarantine
- Travel Home
100% Travel credit is also available if you or someone in your travel party tests positive within three weeks prior to the cruise
Credit will be valid for bookings made by April 30, 2022 & sailing by September 30th, 2022.
Cruise Operator #2: Dream Cruises
Similar to Royal Carribean, Dream Cruises is presently only offering 1 cruise: aboard their ‘World Dream’ Cruiseliner.
However, similar to Royal Carribean’s ‘Quantum of the Sea’, the cruiseliner is not short of indoor or outdoor activities either
Activities & F&B:
Besides a Cinema, Live Shows, Musical Performances, Spas, & Sports Arenas,
The World Dream also offers a waterslide park, high element courses, a virtual reality lab, & educational talks for both children, adults & senior citizens!
Table Courtesy of Dream Cruise
Additionally, from the 31st March – 27th May 2021, there will be a themed ‘Amazing Thailand – Welcome to the World of Fun’ event,
Where special street foods, cultural workshops, spa treatments & even a Songkran party will be featured on the cruise!
Prices & Offers:
The World Dream features Balcony Rooms & Suites with dates ranging from early April to late May:
| Duration | Balcony | Suite |
| 3 Days 2 Nights | $259+ | $659+ |
| 4 Days 3 Nights | $399+ | $959+ |
Information Courtesy of Dream Cruise
VIP Exclusive: If you’re willing to shell out the money to book a Suite, you get a ton of exclusive privileges such as:
- Included Set meals within The Palace
- Daily Set Meal Entitlements in Specialty Restaurants
- Exclusive Daily Evening Happy Hour with selected beverages (from 3rd March 2021)
- Priority Check-in, VIP lounge access
- 24-Hour Butler Concierge service
- Private Deck & Pool
- Complimentary access to spa facilities
- Free Wifi
Just like Royal Carribean International, SingaporeDiscover vouchers cannot be used for booking cruises with Dream Cruises. 🙁
COVID-19 Precautions:
Aboard the World Dream, all guests will be subject to a mandatory COVID Antigen Rapid Test,
The following preventive & sanitization measures will also be in place:
- Temperature Screenings & Health Declarations
- Greater frequency of Sanitization
- Online Check In Available
- Purposed Isolation Area
- All frontline staff wearing masks & disposable gloves & PPE where required
- Daily temperature checks for crew
‘Cruise’ Operator #3: YachtCruiseSG
While not a multi-day long cruise, YachtCruise is a great day-trip idea for couples, families & small groups!
Activities:
1 Hour City Skyline Cruise: Take a beautiful evening tour of Singapore’s skyline from Marina Bay Wharves, includes a free drink.
2.5 Hour Yacht Guide Tour: Depart from Sentosa Cove on a private yacht and explore the Southern Islands and learn more about their history!
Explore the colourful temples of Kusu Island & the local Turtle Sanctuary.
Includes a cable-car round trip from Sentosa, drinks, local snacks and a photo souvenir.
Yacht Charter to Lazarus Island: Enjoy water activities around Lazarus Island on a 4-hour yacht trip from Sentosa Cove!
You’ll also have the choice to explore the Eagle Bay beach until sunset.
Prices & Discounts:
Itinerary | Price |
1 Hour City Skyline Cruise (Adult) | $60 |
1 Hour City Skyline Cruise (Child) | $50 |
2.5 Hrs Yacht Guide Tour | $100 (Adult) |
Lazarus Island Weekday - 4 Hours | $488 (5 Pax) |
Lazarus Island Weekend - 4 Hours | $588 (5 Pax) |
The good news here is, If you haven’t already used your SingaporeDiscover vouchers yet; the City Skyline Cruise & Yacht Guide tour are eligible for voucher usage!
Availability is subject to reservation so you may check at this site.
Bonus Option: Advance Cruise Bookings For 2022
If you’re very ngeow and absolutely insist on getting the full experience at the cheapest price – many cruise operators are offering cruises at relatively low prices,
But you’d have to wait until 2022.
Nothing wrong with that if you have the patience – as trips (just like flights) do tend to be cheaper when booked in advance,
Of course you’d also have to bank on countries reopening their borders and regular leisure travel resuming (Which according to the International Air Travel Agency may happen this year!)
So will you be spending money on a 3 Days 2 Nights ‘Cruise to Nowhere’?
Let us know in the comments below!
Stay safe & happy cruising!
