Although travelling to South Korea during this period of time may be out of the question (read: COVID-19), there are still ways you can satisfy your wanderlust. For those who love (or are obsessed) with all things Korean, this one is for you. Dream Cruises just unveiled their latest themed seacation and it’s a dream come true for all Hallyu fans.
This time, Dream Cruises has upped the ante with a series of Super Seacations that’s happening from February to June this year. And of course, one of the main highlights would have to be the Korean-themed cruise, Rhythm of Korea.
On this cruise to nowhere, guests will be treated to Korean-themed programmes and indulge in cultural and gastronomic delights. The seacation that was launched this February is in partnership with The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Singapore and Korea Tourism Organisation. And it’s safe to say that it’s a real treat for those who have been yearning to travel. Besides, why travel to South Korea when you can bring South Korea to you, right?
To find out more about what this seacation has in-store for you, read on.
If you’ve watched enough Korean historical dramas, you would’ve been well familiar with the Hanbok. The traditional attire of the Koreans has a history as colourful as the garments themselves and what better way to experience it than with Dream Cruise’s very own Hanbok fashion runway show. Here, guests will be treated to a vibrant display of the different Hanbok designs hailing from different eras.
Not just a children’s past time, but Koreans across all ages enjoy playing their favourite traditional games — and you can have in on the fun on board the cruise too. One of the few popular games that are well-loved by many includes Jegichagi which challenges players to kick and keep the Jeji from hitting the ground for as long as possible. Other games that you can try is Tuho & Arrows which challenges players to throw arrows into a pitch pot vase.
No lie, but there’s something about Korea’s entertainment industry that we all seem to love. If you’re hooked on watching your favourite K-dramas or movies, then you’ll love World Dream’s Cinema at Sea. Here, guests will be treated to an extensive range of Korean blockbuster movies that they can watch while they’re on the cruise — so get your popcorns ready while you sit back and relax.
If there’s one pillar K-culture is known for, it would definitely have to be K-Beauty. And what better way to learn the cornerstones of Korean beauty than with Dream Cruise’s K-Beauty workshops. Here, guests can learn more about the latest K-Beauty trends during the Flawless Beauty Talks and “Hair-ppiness” Styling Workshops where they can incorporate these practical and useful tips into their daily routine.
There’s no doubt that there has been a rise in interest in K-pop over the last few years thanks to influential K-pop artists like BTS, Blackpink, EXO, TWICE, IU, and the list goes on — which have garnered international recognition, with fans across the globe. This time, if you’re looking to get your groove on and learn more about K-pop dances, then you’ll be glad to know that Dream Cruises will be offering K-pop dance 101 classes onboard the cruise so you can dance and groove to your favourite K-pop hits!
Always dreamed about picking up Korean but you haven’t had the time to spare? You’re in luck. On the cruise, guests can attend basic conversational language classes to learn more about the Korean language or even challenge themselves with the K-Culture Trivia quiz for a chance to win great prizes.
Calling all culinary cruisers. If you love Korean food, then you’ll be well treated to a wide selection of Korean cuisines onboard the cruise. Feast on trendy Korean street food delights like Tteokbokki Rice Cake, Japchae, Haemul Pajeon Seafood Pancake, and Korean Fried Chicken or get your hands on their extensive selection of Korean snacks to go which includes mouth-watering Jeju chocolates and Korean abalones — so you’ll have a taste of Korea anytime and anywhere.
Not to mention, guests can also learn classic recipes on the cruise that they can whip up themselves such as Kimchi and Kimbap — dishes that are well-loved by Koreans across all generations.
The Korean-themed cruise, Rhythm of Korea, will be happening from 21 February to 31 March 2021. For more information, visit dreamcruiseline.com.