Cruising through Asia and the Pacific offers a study in contrasts, ranging from the frenetic energy of modern metropolises to the silence of ancient temples and remote fjords. This vast geographic area encompasses distinct cultural zones, allowing travelers to bridge significant distances comfortably while connecting with the history of East Asia, the tropical vibrancy of Southeast Asia, and the natural grandeur of Australia and New Zealand.
In Japan and South Korea, ports like Aomori and Busan showcase a seamless blend of high-tech infrastructure and deep-rooted tradition, where quiet shrines sit amidst bustling cityscapes. Further south, stops in Vietnam and Thailand—such as Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok—immerse visitors in sensory-rich environments defined by ornate pagodas, colonial architecture, and complex local cuisines. Routes touching India and Sri Lanka offer a different pace, providing insight into colonial history and spiritual heritage in places like Cochin and Colombo.
The experience shifts dramatically in the Southern Hemisphere, where the focus turns to the rugged coastlines of Australia and the dramatic scenery of New Zealand's Doubtful and Dusky Sounds. While attending our CME conferences in this region, you gain access to these diverse destinations with the convenience of a single unpacking, enjoying a maritime perspective that highlights the sheer scale and variety of the Pacific Rim.
Topics in Women's Health, Gastroenterology, and Liver Disease
21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 21 ACPE Credits 21 ANCC Contact Hours 14-Night Japan & South Korea Discovery Cruise Round-trip Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan Holland America's Westerdam
March 15 - 29, 2026
Hospital Medicine, Sleep Medicine, & Nutrition
16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 16 ANCC Contact Hours 12-Night Best of Japan & South Korea Cruise from Tokyo, Japan to Seoul (Incheon), South Korea Celebrity Millennium
September 23 - October 05, 2026
Cardiometabolic Medicine and Lipidology; Gastroenterology and Hepatology
21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 21 ANCC Contact Hours 14-Night Best of Thailand & Vietnam Cruise from Hong Kong, China to Singapore, Singapore Celebrity Millennium
November 12 - 26, 2026
Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, and Medical Ethics
21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 21 ANCC Contact Hours 14-Night The Philippines, Taiwan & Japan from Hong Kong, China to Tokyo, Japan Holland America's Westerdam
February 14 - 28, 2027
Cardiology and Infectious Diseases
21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 21 ANCC Contact Hours 12-Night New Zealand Cruise Round-trip Sydney, Australia Celebrity Edge
February 18 - March 02, 2027
Emergency Medicine; Obesity, Nutrition, and Bariatric Care
21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 21 ANCC Contact Hours 12-Night Best of Japan & South Korea Cruise from Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan to Tokyo, Japan Celebrity Millennium
March 14 - 26, 2027