May 4, 2018 TnH Global 0

TIRUN offers all-inclusive ‘Fly – Cruise’ packages to Hong Kong

Packages available during the holiday season in May-June and extend until August 2018.

From the primitive beauty of the coasts of Nha Trang, Vietnam to the tranquility of Okinawa, Japan, exotic oriental destinations are just a cruise away as TIRUN, the exclusive India representative of Royal Caribbean International, now extends its all-inclusive fly-cruise holiday packages to Indian guests travelling to Hong Kong. Royal Caribbean International in association with Hong Kong Tourism Board and Cathay Pacific Airways, recently announced fly-cruise packages from Hong Kong to exciting ports in the South-East Asian region. For the first time, these cruises will commence during the Indian holiday season in May and June, extending until August 2018.

The ‘All Inclusive’ Fly Cruise Package from Hong Kong includes a cruise on Royal Caribbean International, direct return flights on Cathay Pacific Airways from our 6 major metro cities – New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Hyderabad, and, free Ocean Park tickets for children (3-11 years) and accompanying parents.

With this offering, RCI and HKTB have collaborated for the 2^nd time in the past two years. Last year, the two stakeholders offered a packaged RCI Hong Kong product that included cruise and land activity in the form of free Ocean Park tickets. The package was a runaway success and the world renowned cruise liner expects to achieve greater success this year with an enhanced proposition that spells more value and convenience for the traveler.

Commenting on the offer, Ratna Chadha, Co-founder and CEO, TIRUN said, “South Asian destinations are increasingly becoming much more popular globally, thanks to the plethora of beautiful destinations, affordable travel options and exotic experiences they offer. In recent years, these destinations have become the most preferred ones for cruise-goers from India, and we believe the ‘Fly Cruise’ package will be hugely favoured by travelers from the country. Thanks to its affordability, flexibility of duration and comprehensive services offered, we are certain that these cruises originating from Hong Kong will see a high number of Indian guests and will emerge as a favoured cruise plan opted by a large number of Indian travelers!”

Puneet Kumar, Senior Manager, Market Development – India, Hong Kong Tourism Board, said, “Hong Kong is a perfect city to add pre or post your cruise holiday, you can turn your Asian cruise into the trip of a lifetime. Hong Kong is a year round destination and May – August 2018 is a great time to be in Hong Kong to experience major local cultural festivals that will take place such as Cheung Chau Bun Festival, Birthday of Buddha (19-23 May) and Hong Kong Dragon Boat Carnival (22-24 June). Indian travellers to Hong Kong can have in-depth experience of the iconic sights, endless retail and dining experiences from street food to Michelin-starred restaurants, rejuvenated Old Town Central and Sham Shui Po districts offers a unique blend of East meets West culture. To further strengthen our presence in India market especially among the fastest growing fly-cruise segment, Hong Kong Tourism Board partnered with Royal Caribbean International and Cathay Pacific to bring this exclusive offer for Indian travellers to book their cruise holidays for summer sailings from Hong Kong.”

Rajesh Menon, Regional Sales and Marketing Manager- South Asia, Cathay Pacific Airways said, “Cathay Pacific operates 48 flights a week from India to Hong Kong with direct connections from Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Kolkata. Our arrival and departure timings into Hong Kong are scheduled in a manner that our passengers get maximum time to enjoy this city. With this attractive fly cruise offer our endeavour is to not only offer our passengers an award winning in-flight service but also a memorable cruise experience thus enabling them to enjoy a #lifewelltravelled.”

The cruises will be offered onboard Ovation of the Seas and Voyager of the Seas, two of the most sought-after ships in RCI’s fleet. With Hong Kong serving as the port of departure, the ships will visit Japan, Vietnam and Philippines, bringing the tourists closer to unexplored regions and beautiful landscapes.

Cruise lovers however, need to hurry if they want to make the best of the offer, as limited Ocean Park tickets, on first come first serve basis, are up for grabs.