Cruises to Nowhere vs. Dinner Cruises
Cruises to Nowhere vs. Dinner Cruises Ahoy sea lovers! With recent news on the relaxation of regulations its finally time to take to the waters to experience a nice romantic time with your loved once with the fresh sea breeze in your hair. Here’s what we know about getting back into the holiday mood with…
Staycations and Getaways in Singapore
Staycations and Getaways in Singapore All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. So does the intrusion of our work from home schedule into our personal lives. Most of us might enjoy working from home but for most, it means that we need to get out of the house more to decompress on…
Best Spots to Moon Gazing in Singapore During the Mooncake Festival
Image Credit: metro.co.uk Best Spots to Moon Gazing in Singapore During Mooncake Festival One of the best-kept secrets of the mid-autumn festival is not only that we get to eat delicious Michelin-listed hotel moon cakes but also the time that we get to spend with our family and friends. Yes, it may seem that there…
5 Best Things To Do This National Day 2020
5 Best Things To Do This National Day 2020 Happy 55th Birthday Singapore! It is time to celebrate this long weekend with your friends and family. But National Day this year will be slightly different due to the COVID19 safety measures and contingencies in place. This year, the National Day Parade will not be held…
Wanderlust in Singapore: Things to do During the Coronavirus Travel Ban
Travel plans affected by the coronavirus situation? Flights around the world have been canceled. People have been forced into isolation due to the contagious nature of the COVID-19 outbreak. Amidst the global fear, Singapore remains positive. The coronavirus travel ban have left many Singaporeans looking for way to satisfy their wanderlust. So we have scouted the…
Exclusive Promotions & Discounts onboard the Royal Albatross
Latest Update November 2020 Due to government social distancing measures, the ship will be limited to only 74 passengers per sail. The Royal Albatross is also proud to be SG Clean Certified! Exclusive Promotions & Discounts onboard the Royal Albatross. As the travel restrictions tighten, we have a deal for everyone in the family…
Unique Event Venues in Singapore: Event Venues to Impress Your Guests
Planning an event? Do you want it to be unique, spectacular, and memorable? Whether is it a company dinner, party, wedding, or celebration, event planners often want something out of the ordinary. You do not want to see the same four walls that hosted your cousins’ wedding! Finding a unique venue in Singapore is a dream…
Fun Outdoor Things To Do With Your Kids in Singapore
Whether you’re a local or a first-time visitor, keep the kids entertained with a trip to these exciting kid-friendly outdoor experiences in Singapore with a chance to combine educational opportunities with straight-up fun. 1. Play amidst the lush greenery of Nature Playgarden Image credit: nparks.gov.sg Tucked away in the middle of HortPark and made up…
Wedding Trends To Watch For in 2020
WEDDING TRENDS TO WATCH FOR IN 2020 Planning a wedding in 2020? It’s going to be the best year yet. Here are some of the top wedding theme trends that are going to give you major inspiration. MOROCCAN-INSPIRED What started out as an inspiration for home décor and architectural purposes, the alluring Moroccan style continues…
Fortune under the stars. The luxury love boat edition
Find out what treasures unfold for your love life this year of the Rat Every few years we will find ourselves spending the lunar new year ending very near to Valentine’s day. Most of us would think that this would mean that people would be a good omen that brings luck for those finding for…
Tall Ship Spotting: Kon’nichiwa! Nippon Maru visits Harbourfront
Nippon Maru; The Japanese Tall Ship Museum Breaking news, Tall ship spotters have probably have noticed the arrival of another tall ship in the Harbourfront area. The Nippon Maru (日本丸) is a Japanese museum ship and former training vessel. The tall ship is permanently docked in Yokohama harbour, in Nippon Maru Memorial Park and is…
10 New Year’s Resolution Ideas For 2020 To Inspire You
10 NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION IDEAS FOR 2020 TO INSPIRE YOU It’s 2020! have you decided on a New Year’s Resolution? As the glow of a fresh new year rolls in, you are probably excited to reset and plan the year ahead with optimism and drive. NEW YEAR, NEW ME With the motivation of a “new…
Unbelievable and Amusing Christmas Traditions from Around the World
Unbelievable and Amusing Christmas Traditions from Around the World Christmas may be a season that we are familiar with having spent it year after year with our family and friends. But did you know that some of the traditions around the world are unique and are borrowed by other religions and cultures? Here are some…
Three Unique Gifts To Get Your Sea-Loving Loved Ones This Christmas
Three Unique Gifts To Get Your Sea-Loving Loved Ones This Christmas Trying hard to get that perfect gift for your special someone this Christmas? Is your significant other or friend pestering you to go island hopping, or maybe is it too late to get a ticket out of the country for a dive trip? Don’t…
One World International School visits the Luxury Tall Ship Royal Albatross
One World International School visits the Luxury Tall Ship Royal Albatross Every once in awhile the Royal Albatross opens her doors to inspire the next generation of seafarers and ship enthusiasts and to share the importance of preserving culture and tradition. This year in April, we welcomed a group of students from one world international…
Trick or Drink? Singapore Bars and Restaurants that wants you to flaunt your Halloween Costumes!
TRICK OR DRINK? SINGAPORE BARS AND RESTAURANTS THAT WANTS YOU TO FLAUNT YOUR HALLOWEEN COSTUMES Perhaps you’re looking for some spooky good time. ‘Tis the season to treat yourself to tricks, a cauldron of booze, playfulness and plenty of Halloween fun. Don your killer corset and haunt some of Singapore’s trendiest bar and restaurants that…
Party like Crazy Rich Asians without the crowd in Singapore
Singapore’s party scene can get pretty wild especially during the race season in September. And as much as we love the after parties and raves there is limited time to Eat, Party, Rave, Repeat, especially on our little island! This list is for the classy party animals and how you can keep the party moving…
Esmeralda visits Singapore in 2019
Tale of Two Tall Ships – Esmeralda visits Singapore Singapore gets a rare treat as she gets transported back to the golden age of discovery yet again with the presence of not one but two traditionally rigged class A barquentine tall ships. On 10th September at 9 am, Tall ship Esmeralda slowly sails in and…
10 Things To Do in Singapore On Your First Visit
10 THINGS TO DO IN SINGAPORE ON YOUR FIRST VISIT Everybody vacations differently. Whether you’re looking to get outside, learn a little more about the culture, or an aspiring shutterbug, there’s a perfect spot for you in our list that is guaranteed to capture your heart. Take a look at some of the most amazing…
Rabbits, Love & Mooncakes; the Mid-Autumn Festival story
Rabbits, Love & Mooncakes; The Mid-Autumn Festival Story Mid-autumn festival is a great time in the year where families gather together for dinner, mooncakes, the lighting of lanterns and most importantly moon gazing! Here is all you need to know about mid autumn festival and what you can look out for when you are sailing…
Majestic Tall Ships that Founded Modern Asia.
Majestic Tall Ships that Founded Modern Asia. In the 1800s, majestic tall ships with huge sails like the Royal Albatross sailed for long distances in search for new lands. These glorious sailing vessels called had a major part to play in Asia’s maritime history. Searching out for new lands these ships carried important people and…
Things you wouldn’t want to miss during the Singapore Night Fest
Things you wouldn’t want to miss during the Singapore Night Fest. Every year in August the streets along Bras Basah and Bugis transforms into an ethereal wonderland of lights. An exciting line up of both heritage and cultural experiences in a showcase of lights complete with outdoor installations, night performances and many more! Here are…
5 Most Instagram-able Sailing Ships that will give you travel envy
5 Most Instagram-able Sailing Ships that will give you travel envy. Looking for fantastic beasts of the sea? Here is where to find them! Soren Larsen Location: Australia, Sydney Image source. This ship has a long history being built back in 1949 by Nykobing Mors in Denmark. With the original ship being gutted by…
The Tale Behind Qi Xi – a Chinese Valentines Day Story
The Tale Behind Qi Xi – A Chinese Valentines Day Story The double seventh festival or Qi Xi is a magical day that happens on the seventh night of the seventh lunar month. During this time couples in China will look to the sky and recall the magical story of the “Weaving Maid and the…
5 Exciting Things To Do in Singapore For Couples
5 EXCITING THINGS TO DO IN SINGAPORE FOR COUPLES Singapore can present an irresistible number of fun activities for thrill-seeking couples on any given day. For fairly new couples, it may seem like you’ll never run out of exciting, fresh experiences to bond over. But for couples who have been together for a while, the last…
5 Reasons That Make Us the Most Romantic Restaurant in Singapore
5 REASONS THAT MAKE US THE MOST ROMANTIC RESTAURANT IN SINGAPORE When you first started dating, a classic dinner and movie night is all it really takes. However, as time goes by and you start celebrating relationship milestones, new shared experiences are harder to come by. You probably have already impressed your partner with a…
Interesting Family Activities in Singapore
INTERESTING FAMILY ACTIVITIES IN SINGAPORE Modern life is just too busy. In today’s fast-paced digital world, finding room for family bonding can be a stretch. Thankfully, Royal Albatross has you covered when it comes to making the most of your family weekend activity in Singapore. Spending time on our tall ship is a perfect way…
Team Bonding Program Singapore: The Dream Team
TEAM BONDING PROGRAM SINGAPORE: THE DREAM TEAM Thinking of planning a day out for a bunch of friends or for your company? Going on a cruise might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but it’s definitely a refreshing option. On Royal Albatross, we’ve got a bunch of activities that are perfect for…
Best Restaurant in Singapore
BEST RESTAURANT IN SINGAPORE Fancy a Dinner with A View? Enjoy Luxury Dinner Aboard a Superyacht Looking to go out this weekend to somewhere different… with 360 degree views, a romantic “under the stars” ambiance and great food? Step onboard Luxury Tall Ship Royal Albatross for an award winning Dinner Cruise and a unique world…
Sea Sickness
YACHT RENTAL SINGAPORE: SEASICKNESS AND SINGAPORE’S MOST STABLE YACHT Seasickness is definitely an unpleasant experience and something we all want to avoid, so let me tell you a little bit more about it. Seasickness is mainly caused by 2 factors; one is the stability of the vessel that determines how much the vessel moves…