{"id":16611,"date":"2025-12-04T07:25:38","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T23:25:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sgbuzz.com\/?p=16611"},"modified":"2025-12-04T07:25:38","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T23:25:38","slug":"penang-unveils-malaysias-1st-luxury-dining-cruise-with-routes-to-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sgbuzz.com\/?p=16611","title":{"rendered":"Penang unveils Malaysia\u2019s 1st luxury dining cruise with routes to Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div data-article-body=\"true\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><span>Penang is preparing to make waves in regional tourism with the upcoming <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sethlui.com\/must-eat-foods-penang-malaysia\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Penang Princess;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><b>Penang Princess<\/b><\/a><span>, <\/span><b>Malaysia\u2019s first luxury dining and sightseeing cruise<\/b><span>, scheduled to <\/span><b>set sail in 2027<\/b><span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Penang Princess - Artist's rendition\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"548\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/cC9ezWyO0NMhLlfdlriYcA--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU0ODtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/sethlui.com\/1617754f19a99c6661c574fe75490b20\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal dialogue\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Credit \u2013 Ocean World Cruises<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><span>Inspired by the success of Vietnam\u2019s Mekong and Saigon River dinner cruises, the Penang Princess aims to offer a new premium experience along the <\/span><b>Straits of Malacca<\/b><span>, with<\/span><b> future routes planned to Singapore<\/b><span>, <\/span><b>Port Klang<\/b><span> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sethlui.com\/melaka-street-food-guide-malaysia\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Malacca;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><b>Malacca<\/b><\/a><span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Penang Princess - Georgetown\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/MnEwRyrdiEkubk36tJ3Ubg--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTcyMDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/sethlui.com\/64c93dd55617dbdb20bf1e14d8509c7a\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal dialogue\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><span>The<\/span><b> 61.58m vessel<\/b><span> will be designed by acclaimed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sethlui.com\/vietnamese-food-guide-singapore\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Vietnamese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><b>Vietnamese<\/b><\/a><b> designer Ngo Thi Quynh Nga<\/b><span>, whose portfolio includes award-winning river cruisers across Southeast Asia. Her vision blends <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sethlui.com\/grai-trx-malaysia\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:British colonial;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><b>British colonial<\/b><\/a><b> elegance<\/b><span> with refined <\/span><b>Oriental accents<\/b><span>, creating an atmosphere that mirrors <\/span><b>Penang\u2019s multicultural heritage<\/b><span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Penang Princess - Wedding table on cruise\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/Wz1IupyLoGm5Qb7wN7w8yQ--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTY0MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/sethlui.com\/9729b7182e147bb10ec6f8a723ca0d3b\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal dialogue\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Penang Princess &#8211; Wedding table on cruise<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><span>Guests can look forward to multiple <\/span><b>fine-dining restaurants<\/b><span>, <\/span><b>stylish bars<\/b><span>, an <\/span><b>observation terrace for panoramic coastal views<\/b><span> and a<\/span><b> dedicated event deck suited for <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/sethlui.com\/wedding-buffet-caterers-guide-singapore\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:weddings;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><b>weddings<\/b><\/a><span>, <\/span><b>performances<\/b><span>, <\/span><b>corporate functions<\/b><span> and <\/span><b>cultural showcases<\/b><span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><b>Ocean World Cruises Berhad<\/b><span> is leading the project in partnership with Viet Princess Cruiser Corporation, Vietnam Shipbuilding Engineering Group (VISEC) and Ships Classification Malaysia (SCM).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><span>The multi-million-dollar construction is expected to take<\/span><b> about 2 years<\/b><span>, with SCM ensuring compliance with global environmental and safety standards.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Penang Princess - Skyview\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"549\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/7LPHzJlG0Xj3VVj7zsh2Og--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU0OTtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/sethlui.com\/2241dce111e79ad1ae5e26e71cff54fd\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal dialogue\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Credit \u2013 Ocean World Cruises<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><span>According to Penang Port Commission chairman Datuk Yeoh Soon Hin, who witnessed the signing ceremony, the Penang Princess will become <\/span><b>Penang\u2019s first true high-end dining and sightseeing vessel<\/b><span>, positioning the island as a rising destination for premium travel experiences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><span>He noted that Penang has always excelled on land, and this project will finally allow visitors to appreciate the island from a fresh, sea-level perspective.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><span>The Penang Princess is also envisioned as <\/span><b>the first of several vessels<\/b><span>, with developers exploring the possibility of a<\/span><b> second Penang-based ship <\/b><span>and <\/span><b>longer-term plans to expand the fleet to <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/sethlui.com\/best-christmas-turkeys-2025-food-guide-singapore\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Singapore;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><b>Singapore<\/b><\/a><span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><span>As Penang strengthens its reputation as a world-class tourism hub, this new luxury cruise hopes to offer travellers an unforgettable way to savour the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sethlui.com\/island-guide-johor-bahru-malaysia\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:island\u2019s charm;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><span>island\u2019s charm<\/span><\/a><span> from the water.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"mb-4 border-l-2 pl-5 italic text-tertiary\"\/>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The post <a href=\"https:\/\/sethlui.com\/penang-princess-luxury-dining-cruise-malaysia-dec-2025\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Penang unveils Malaysia\u2019s 1st luxury dining cruise with routes to Singapore;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Penang unveils 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