Genting Hong Kong : DREAM HONOURED WITH BEST QUALITY SHIP 2017 AWARD BY THE JAPAN FEDERATION OF PILOTS' ASSOCIATIONS

DREAM CRUISES' GENTING DREAM HONOURED WITH BEST QUALITY SHIP

2017 AWARD BY THE JAPAN FEDERATION OF PILOTS' ASSOCIATIONS

Tokyo, 29 June 2018 - Dream Cruises' first cruise ship, Genting Dream, was honoured by the Japan Federation of Pilot's Associations as the "Best Quality Ship 2017" during a special ceremony held in Tokyo, Japan on Friday, 22 June. This recognition is given to ships displaying superior accomplishments in terms of operations, navigation facilities and boarding facilities and is selected by pilots guiding vessels every year in Japan.

"We are extremely proud to be the recipient of this special award by the Japan Federation of Pilot's Associations as the Best Quality Ship 2017 and to be the only cruise ship to hold this honour this year," said Mr. Thatcher Brown, President of Dream Cruises. "This recognition is a testament to the dedication and tireless work of our Captain, crew and staff to maintain effective and efficient systems and procedures on board our vessels to ensure the comfort and safety of everyone travelling on Genting Dream and Dream Cruises."

The award is given to vessels that fulfil the Japan Federation of Pilot's Associations' stringent qualifying criteria including comprehensive safety measures for boarding and disembarkation from the ship, a full array of up-to-date navigation instruments and main equipment used for pilot work and the performance and training of the ship's captain and crew in terms of safe navigation operations.

Purpose-built for the China and Asia market, Genting Dream, the first ship of the Dream Cruises fleet, debuted in November 2016, offering guests the highest levels of service and spacious comfort in the region. Currently homeported in Singapore, Genting Dream offers itineraries to enchanting destinations encompassing Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Bangkok, Phuket, Ko Samui, Surabaya, Pulau Redang, Sihanoukville and Bintan Island. Her sister ship, World Dream's dual-homeport deployment from Hong Kong and Guangzhou (Nansha) takes guests on weekly 5-night itineraries to Naha and Miyakojima in Japan, as well as 2-night weekend itineraries around the South China Seas.

Accommodations aboard Dream Cruises' fleet reflect both size and choice for travellers with over 70 per cent of staterooms featuring private balconies and over 100 connecting rooms catering to extended families and groups. Two floors of lavish suites in The Palace enclave features exclusive European butler service and special guest privileges.

With the finest Asian and international dining, exceptional service, enthralling entertainment and inspirational experiences, Dream Cruises aims to redefine vacation travel with transformational journeys at sea.

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Captain Havard Ramsoy, Vice President of Marine Operations of Genting Cruise Lines accepts the Japan Federation of Pilot's Associations' "Best Quality Ship 2017" award on behalf of Dream Cruises' Genting Dream.

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About Dream Cruises

Genting Hong Kong brings over 23 years' of Asian cruise industry experience in creating its new cruise line - Dream Cruises.

Dream Cruises aims to be a pacesetter in the cruise industry in the region, meeting the needs of the 'emerging generation' of confident, independently-minded and upwardly-mobile Asian travellers.

Dream Cruises offers inspirational journeys, which are Asian at heart and international in spirit.

Purpose-built for the China and Asia market, Genting Dream, the first ship of the fleet, debuted in November 2016, with her sister ship World Dream joining the fleet in November 2017, offering guests the highest levels of service and spacious comfort in the region. Production has also started in Germany on two new Global Class ships that will join the fleet in 2020 and 2021.

Since its launch, Dream Cruises has been recognized by the Berlitz Cruising and Cruise Guide 2018 with Genting Dream placing sixth in the Large Resort category and the Travel Weekly Asia Reader's Choice Awards 2017 where Genting Dream was voted as the 'Best New Ship' and Dream Cruises rising to the top in the 'Best Cruise Line - Entertainment' category.