Luxury travelers now have the opportunity to cruise in Nha Trang Bay, not just in Ha Long Bay and along the Mekong. Being recognized as the pearl of the South Central Coast of Viet Nam, Nha Trang has become one of the most famous tourist destinations in Viet Nam because of its natural beauty and superb climate with 300 days of sunshine.

But Nha Trang is not just beaches, islands, sun, sea, sand and delicious seafood - it’s also home to ancient cultural icons and historical museums, and in recent years has been remodeled as one of Viet Nam’s day-into-night hotspots.

The birth of Emperor Cruises was inspired by the recreational activities of Emperor Bao Dai, the last emperor of Viet Nam, who took adventure trips exploring Nha Trang Bay, its surrounding islands, and its beaches during his reign. Emperor Cruises offer two all-inclusive products in this its first year of operations - Day Cruises and Sunset Cocktail & Dinner Cruises around the bay.

The Guide Awards is an annual event organized by Viet Nam Economic Times to celebrate the best products and services in Viet  Nam's tourism and hospitality sector. This year marks its 16th anniversary and the awards ceremony, honoring the excellent achievements in the tourism industry in 2014/15, will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2015, at the Gem Center, 8 Nguyen Binh Khiem Street, District 1, HCM City, Viet Nam.

The honorees are initially nominated by readers of the lifestyle and luxury magazine, with the shortlist presented to the executive board of the Guide, a publication of Viet Nam Economic Times, based on such criteria as the quality of infrastructure and services, environmental awareness and contributions to the sector. Travel, hotel, restaurant and shopping experts are invited to assist the board in making their decision.

“We are proud that Emperor Cruises has received a Guide Award after such a short time of operation in Nha Trang Bay. Thank you to our great team for their efforts to ensure our customers enjoy every moment on board. Emperor Cruises will launch overnight cruises in Nha Trang Bay on an all-suite 8-cabin vessel, followed by an 18-suite cabin vessel the year after. We are the very first people to unlock Nha Trang's treasures and make a cruise industry there acclaimed worldwide” said Allister Esguerra, Emperor Cruises’s Director of Sales and Marketing.

Trip Advisor, World’s most trust travel advice, rated Emperor Cruises among top ten recommended attractions in Nha Trang. To celebrate this excellent performance, the company is offering a four-day/three-night package for travelers to enjoy a five-star trip with luxury accommodation with breakfast, return airport/hotel transportation, a one-day tour around the islands and a romantic dinner by the bay. The package is priced at US$406 per person for a group of two guests and above from now until December 30, 2015. For online bookings and further information, visit www.emperorcruises.com.

About Emperor Cruises

Emperor Cruises is the first and only luxury cruise operator offering five-star experiential travel in Nha Trang Bay, Viet Nam. The Emperor Cruises (www.emperorcruises.com) fleet includes a junk cruise boat with a capacity of 32-40 passengers for day cruises around Nha Trang Bay, as well as sunset cocktail and dinner cruises in the bay. Its first overnight luxury cruise ship will be launched by the end of 2015, the first in a total of five luxury ships in this particular project. The Emperor Cruises fleet is designed to be a sanctuary to ensure that every moment counts for the guests, with limo and butler services. Emperor Cruises’ fleet of vessels combine classic elegance with modern comfort. Emperor Cruises promises an extraordinary all-inclusive experience. The newly built, custom-designed, classic traditional junk cruise style will feature three decks that house a smart open restaurant, two lounge bars and clubs, a small library, two Jacuzzis, saunas, two massage rooms, a kids’ club, gymnasium plus 8 luxurious all en-suite cabins with ocean views and private balconies. Visit www.facebook.com/emperorcruises.