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‘Very, very excited’: Passengers set off on Disney Adventure cruise’s first voyage from S’pore

The Disney Adventure cruise ship docked at Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore sets off on its first public sailing on March 10.
The Disney Adventure cruise ship docked at Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore sets off on its first public sailing on March 10.

7 must-dos on Asia’s first Disney cruise, the Disney Adventure

Hug your favourite Disney characters, watch stunning Broadway-style shows and try all the quick-service food kiosks.
Hug your favourite Disney characters, watch stunning Broadway-style shows and try all the quick-service food kiosks.

Weekend Trip

How female entrepreneurs turned the ‘Paris of the Philippines’ into a vibrant food destination

Octogenarian Sinda Belleza (left) makes the spring roll-like lumpia and Ms Nora Lacson, owner of Emma Lacson Delicacies, which sells empanadas.
Octogenarian Sinda Belleza (left) makes the spring roll-like lumpia and Ms Nora Lacson, owner of Emma Lacson Delicacies, which sells empanadas.

First look aboard the Disney Adventure cruise ship with Marvel rides, live shows and fireworks

Disney characters dancing with guests onboard Disney Adventure cruise on March 5, 2026. The ship is Asia’s first Disney cruise and can carry up to 6,700 passengers.
Disney characters dancing with guests onboard Disney Adventure cruise on March 5, 2026. The ship is Asia’s first Disney cruise and can carry up to 6,700 passengers.

Actor Robert Downey Jr christens Disney Adventure cruise ship at Marina Bay Cruise Centre

American actor Robert Downey Jr (centre) at the Disney Adventure’s christening ceremony on March 4.
American actor Robert Downey Jr (centre) at the Disney Adventure’s christening ceremony on March 4.

Winter in Cuba: What tourism looks like in one of the world’s last communist states

Havana’s Cabaret Tropicana is a legendary open-air nightclub where performers have entertained rum-drunk crowds for over eight decades.
Havana’s Cabaret Tropicana is a legendary open-air nightclub where performers have entertained rum-drunk crowds for over eight decades.

Travel News

Vote for ST Readers’ Choice Top Travel Agencies and stand to win $100 cash vouchers

Voting for ST Readers’ Choice Top Travel Agencies ends on March 8, and three voters will win $100 worth of cash vouchers each.
Voting for ST Readers’ Choice Top Travel Agencies ends on March 8, and three voters will win $100 worth of cash vouchers each.

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Niigata travel guide: Discover Japan’s overlooked prefecture, where time seems to stand still

Hike along cliff-side coastal trails on Sado Island in Niigata.
Hike along cliff-side coastal trails on Sado Island in Niigata.

Deals

10 best hotels in Chengdu for families under $400 per night

Best hotels in Chengdu for families
Best hotels in Chengdu for families

Travel News

Actor Robert Downey Jr to christen Disney Adventure ship, soon to homeport in Singapore

Academy Award-winning actor Robert Downey Jr has been named the godparent of the Disney Adventure.
Academy Award-winning actor Robert Downey Jr has been named the godparent of the Disney Adventure.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.