Press Release For Immediate Release

Star Cruises SuperStar Virgo, SuperStar Libra, SuperStar Aquarius, SuperStar Gemini, proudly present Summer Featured Program - ‘Captain Charlie’s Academy at Sea’ All-Rounded Thematic Summer Camp Filled with Family Fun

China‧Hong Kong / International – 15 June 2016 – With the blink of an eye, the long-awaited summer break for kids is fast approaching; it is the perfect time for parents to start planning for their family vacation! The annual signature event – “Junior Cruiser Program: Captain Charlie’s Academy at Sea” is now open for admission on SuperStar Virgo, SuperStar Libra, SuperStar Aquarius and SuperStar Gemini, where Captain Charlie and Charlene leads the way to a fun-filled summer camp comprised of educational entertainment, thematic cabins, kids menu and more!

Junior Cruisers in Training through Fun and Games The first lesson of “Academy at Sea” unfolds at the Welcome Party with Captain Charlie and Charlene: throughout the cruise, each student experiences a series of interactive and engaging learning activities such as guided ship tour, music and dance lessons, social and dining etiquette training, outdoor stargazing, English workshop and storytelling. At the end of this fruitful summer holiday, the students will successfully graduate as Junior Cruisers.

Every student of the “Academy at Sea” receives a Graduation Certificate signed by the ship captain of SuperStar Virgo. Upon completion of each class, students receive a stamp; by collecting the designated of stamps students will be rewarded with a limited-edition souvenir.

Children Wonderland in Captain Charlie and Charlene’s Thematic Cabins Captain Charlie and Charlene welcome all guests with new summer looks in thematic cabins, where guests also enjoy exclusive in-cabin decorations and thematic gift pack, as well as all-access pass for pre-registration and complimentary enrolment in all “Academy at Sea” classes (applicable for designated cruises only).

Thematic Menu with Children’s Favourites Cruisers of SuperStar Virgo also get a taste of limited-time Captain Charlie thematic kids menu, comprised of children’s favorite dishes such as burgers, chicken nuggets, pasta and Japanese bento, as well as onigiri (rice balls) and desserts with Captain Charlie designs. Captain Charlie-themed tableware are served along with the kids menu to double the fun.

ABOUT STAR CRUISES Star Cruises is a wholly-owned subsidiary of , a leading global leisure, entertainment and hospitality corporation. A pioneer in the Asia Pacific cruise industry, Star Cruises has been operating its fleet since 1993, taking on the bold initiative to grow the region as an international cruise destination with a fleet of six vessels including SuperStar Virgo, SuperStar Libra, SuperStar Gemini, SuperStar Aquarius, and The Taipan.

Star Cruises' commitment in offering best-in-class services and facilities is reflected in a host of recognitions and accolades received over the years. These include being inducted into the prestigious Travel Trade Gazette's "Travel Hall of Fame" for an eighth year in 2015 in recognition of winning "Best Cruise Operator in the Asia-Pacific" for 10 consecutive years. Star Cruises was also recently voted "Asia's Leading Cruise Line" at the World Travel Awards for a fourth year in a row in 2015.

ABOUT SUPERSTAR VIRGO The 13-storey SuperStar Virgo is equipped with 935 cabins, including sea-view cabins and balcony suites. Offering a wide variety of dining, shopping and entertainment choices, its facilities embrace Chinese, international buffet and Japanese restaurants, an alfresco bar, foot reflexology salon and spa, gym, steam and sauna rooms, hairdressing salon, two-level theatre, duty-free shops, a 100-metre mega water slide, outdoor swimming pool, mini golf course, karaoke room, children's activity centre and more. A calendar of themed entertainment constantly refreshes the onboard fun and excitement, ensuring every voyage is a brand new enjoyable experience.

About Captain Charlie and Charlene “Captain Charlie and Charlene” are our adorable penguin mascots aboard Star Cruises. Captain Charlie is honest, intelligent and brave. His mission is to teach children about our professional marine knowledge. Charlene is friendly and lively. Her approachable personality and passion for food symbolise the warm Asian hospitality that is a proud signature of Star Cruises. Captain Charlie partners with Charlene to delight and impress children and adults alike onboard through our variety of parties, onboard activities and junior cruiser events, etc.

Our "Captain Charlie and Charlene" are cute buddies for your children adding fun to their cruise. The collection combines fun and variety. Produced by renowned German toy manufacturer NICI, our signature plush toys are all in high quality assured with European Standard on Safety.

Promotional video of Junior Cruiser Program – Captain Charlie’s Academy at Sea： Please click here

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You may contact your nearest travel agent or visit our Reservation Centre at Suite 1528, Ocean Centre, 5 Canton Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong

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Guests who stay in Captain Charlie and Charlene’s thematic cabins joy exclusive in-cabin decorations, complimentary gift pack including Captain Charlie and Charlene plush toys and stationary set, as well as all-access pass to “Academy at Sea” activities. (gift packs vary per ship)

Learning through fun and games, all junior cruisers enjoy a fun and rewarding summer break at sea!

Cruisers of SuperStar Virgo also get a taste of limited-time Captain Charlie thematic kids menu; Captain Charlie-themed tableware are served along with the kids menu to double the fun.

Activities Summary on “Captain Charlie’s Academy at Sea”

SuperStar Virgo Thematic Cabin mock up photos:

Complimentary Welcome Party with Captain Charlie and Charlene Classes Dining Etiquette Ship Tour with the Captain 3D Star Illusion Art Guided Tour Geography and Culture of Okinawa Little Scientist Projects Yoga Class for kids English Class for kids Drawing Class for kids Little MC Training Ballroom Dance Class for kids Group Art Project Junior Cruisers Graduation Ceremony Chargeable Classes# Stargazing (¥80) Popcorn Party (¥80) Pizza Workshop (¥80) Ice-cream Party (¥100) Cookie Making Workshop (¥80) Junior Cruisers Camp (¥80) Pajama Party (¥80) Animal Bread Making (¥80) #Cruisers may purchase the “all-access pass” (¥300) to enroll in all chargeable classes *Schedule and program are subject to change, please refer to “Star Navigator” for the final version

Summer Itinerary Day Destination (July 2 to Sept 2) FRI Nansha, Guangzhou SAT Hong Kong SUN Nansha, Guangzhou MON High Seas TUE Naha, Okinawa WED Miyakojima*, Okinawa *change to Motobu from Aug 24 onwards THU High Seas

SuperStar Aquarius Thematic Cabin mock up photos:

Summer Classes Welcome Party with Captain Charlie and Charlene Ship Tour #Cruisers (aged 6 – 12 Captain Charlie’s Story Time years old) may English Workshop purchase the K-POP Dance Class “all-access pass” Stargazing and Astrology Workshop (NT$200) to enroll in Exclusive photo session with stage performers all classes Great Magic Show Gala Show "Odyssey“ "Let Me Entertain You“ Production Show * Only for Sunday Cruises Captain’s Bridge Guided Tour Social etiquette and pastry making Captain Maritime Talk Junior Cruisers Graduation Ceremony Summer Itinerary Day Destination (June 29 to Aug 28) FRI Keelung, Taiwan SAT Yonaguni, Okinawa SUN Keelung, Taiwan MON Miyakojima, Okinawa TUE Naha, Okinawa WED Keelung, Taiwan THU Ishigaki, Okinawa

SuperStar Libra

Complimentary Dining Etiquette Classes Ship Tour Geography and culture of Okinawa Ballroom Dance for Kids English Class for Kids Little MC Training Creative Dance Workshop Singing Class for Kids Group Art Project Stargazing Junior Cruisers Graduation Ceremony Chargeable Classes Captain Charlie and Charlene’s Welcome Party (¥98) Junior Chef Training (¥45) Summer Itinerary Day Destination (July 1 to Sept 2) FRI Xiamen SAT Highseas SUN Miyakojima, Okinawa MON Xiamen TUE Highseas WED Naha, Okinawa THU Miyakojima, Okinawa

SuperStar Gemini Complimentary Captain Charlie and Charlene’s Welcome Party Classes Story Time with the Captain Movies Marathon Party Creative Art Workshop Captain’s Bridge and Galley Guided Tour *only for Sunday cruises Chargeable Classes# Stargazing (price) Family dance class (price) Backstage guided tour at Stardust Lounge Exclusive photo session with stage performers Movie Marathon Party with popcorn and soda Social and dining etiquette #Cruisers may purchase the all-access pass (SGD $35) to enroll in all classes and receive a complimentary Captain Charlie plush toy. Summer Itinerary (May 27 – Jun 26) Day Destination SUN Singapore MON Pulau Toman, Malaysia TUE Pulau Redang, Malaysia WED Singapore THU Port Klang, Malaysia FRI Singapore SAT Highseas

Day Destination SUN Singapore MON Penang, Malaysia TUE Langkawi, Malaysia WED Singapore THU Malacca, Malaysia FRI Singapore SAT Highseas