Pacific Venus

The cruise ship Pacific Venus was built in September 1997 in the Ishikawajima Harime Heavy Industries wharf in Tokio, Japan. This was a period when adding cruise ships to the companies' fleets was something a la mode. The company that ordered the cruise ship was Japan Cruise Line, part of the SHK Group. The vessel's flag-state is Japan and is homeported in Kobe (Osaka).

History - construction and ownership

The 26,594-ton, 680-passenger cruise ship Pacific Venus is the second largest cruise ship travelling under Japanese flag. The first voyage of Pacific Venus was a 40-day trip across eastern Asia in 1998. Over the time, the vessel sailed around the Japanese islands and even around the world (seen in Europe). In january 2013, to mark 15 years of operation, Pacific Sun started a 42-day cruise in the Indian Ocean and Asia, the exact same route as she travelled just after her maiden voyage in 1998.

Cruise itinerary program

Pacific Venus itinerary program is based on a 3-month long “World Cruise” sailing out of Japan in April. During winter the cruise ship operates on longer voyages, such as “Asia Grand Cruise” and “South Pacific Grand Cruise”. Short Asia cruises are also provided, including “Japan Circumnavigation Cruise” itinerary. Ship's homeports are in Japan, with roundtrip departures from Yokohama and Kobe.

In January-February 2017, the ship operated on a 47-day World Cruise itinerary roundtrip from Yokohama (and alternatively out of Kobe). Call port destinations included Japan, Marshall Islands, French Polynesia, American Samoa, Hawaii. Two overnight stays were offered - in Honolulu Hawaii and Papeete Tahiti.

During summer, the ship offers short-break cruises to japanese ports, as well as music-themed cruises during japan's summer festivals. One-night cruise deals are also available for booking. Occasionally are offered itineraries visiting ports in South Korea, Russia, China, Taiwan.

Cabins

The largest cabins onboard Pacific Venus are 4 Royal Suites (65 m2) located behind the bridge, named "Archaic" (1001), "Modern" (1002), "Elegant" (1003), "Noble" (1004). They are decorated in two styles, with "Modern" and "Archaic" in traditional Japanese style, "Noble" and "Elegant" being more contemporary. Each Royal Suite features a private balcony, lounge area, separate bedroom and large oceanview bathroom with a Jacuzzi bathtub. For the 16 suites onboard (35 m2), each also has a balcony, living area, sleeping area and bathroom with bathtub. Passengers in both Royal Suites and Suites enjoy many privileges.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

The Main Dining Room of Pacific Venus is called “Primavera”. The restaurant can be found at Deck 7 aft and features 328 seats in large tables. During normal cruises it can be in one seating or in two seatings for dinners and during charter cruises. The menu is varied every day and offers both Japanese and Western items. Breakfasts includes Japanese sets with Western buffets, lunches feature Japanese menus, dinners are Japanese- and Western-style on alternate days. There are also late night snacks.

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

Pacific Venus is suitable for older Japanese passengers and on board reigns the casual dresscode. There are also family-friendly packages offered by the cruise line. In the decoration of Pacific Venus were used light colors and her interior is very roomy and classic. The high guest-space ratio provides comfortable and relaxing onboard experience. Attractively-presented meals, intimate service and nicely-decorated facilities make Pacific Venus one of the most luxurious cruisers in Japan and Asia-Pacific region.