Star Voyager Extends Hong Kong, Vietnam Cruise Deployments

StarCruises has relaunched its cruise operations in Asia with the Star Voyager, formerly known as Pacific Explorer, now sailing from multiple Southeast Asian ports, including Vietnam and Hong Kong. The ship recently underwent a rapid $50 million refurbishment and is attracting significant interest from Australian travelers. Star Voyager will homeport in Hong Kong's Ocean Terminal starting June 27, 2025, with a deployment extended through November 14 due to positive demand. Itineraries include two-, three-, five-, and eight-night cruises to destinations such as Okinawa in Japan and several ports in Taiwan, alongside short weekend high seas cruises. StarCruises aims to invigorate the local cruise industry with strong support from the Hong Kong SAR Government and Tourism Board, focusing on the fly-cruise and rail-cruise markets to attract international visitors. The relaunch marks StarCruises’ comeback after the bankruptcy of its former parent company, Genting Hong Kong, with the brand emphasizing convenience, connectivity, and a renewed presence across Asia.