StarCruises Brings Joy To RMHC Malaysia Families With Special Event Aboard Star Voyager In Port Klang

Published on December 24, 2025

StarCruises lately held their first event aboard the Star Voyager, docked at Port Klang, in collaboration with Ronald McDonald House Charities Malaysia (RMHC Malaysia). Almost 200 children, Malaysian pediatric patients, and their families were invited for a day of joy and fun aboard a cruise ship. The families, who were patients at Hospital Tunku Azizah, Kuala Lumpur, had the rare opportunity to partake in other activities besides the usual hospital routine and spend a fun day on the ship during its first cruise of the 2023/2024 season.

The event also served as a preview of Star Voyager’s seasonal routes, with the first cruise scheduled for December 19, 2025, and ending on February 2, 2026. The ship will stop at popular cruise destinations: Phuket, Singapore, and Bintan. This collaboration comes from StarCruises’ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) endeavor of “Bringing Hope and Happiness Onboard and Beyond,” where they aim to support the communities surrounding the cruise terminals in Southeast Asia.

A Day of Fun Experiences for Families

Children and their families were given plenty of fun and exciting activities at the Star Voyager, which was decorated for the event as well. Activities and entertainment were set up for families and children to keep them engaged and enjoy the event, which included visits by the well-known StarCruises and McDonald’s characters, as well as acrobats and magicians. Everyone on the Star Voyager also enjoyed a fun dance performance put on by the hardworking and talented staff members.

Children were overjoyed and filled with a sense of wonder. They participated in activities such as balloon art and crafts, were entertained by clowns, and of course, the families were served a fully-inclusive Halal afternoon tea on the sails, which included a special Halal-certified section. Every effort was made so that all guests could enjoy themselves without any discomfort.

The children and their families were able to explore the attractions in the theaters, luxurious dining rooms, and many of the other facilities while the ship was docked. For families who have to spend a lot of time in hospitals and doctors ‘ offices, this initiative lets families spend a day of entertainment together with the children, cruising, and doing other distractions during the long, monotonous, and stressful times of medical visits.

StarCruises Support of Community

The cruise activities were also a part of StarCruises positive impact in the Community Support Responsibility program. StarCruises is a socially responsible company and amoung the cruise services in the world, has a positive impact on the communities along the routes. StarCruises in Port Klang is a cruise company that spreads joy to families who have to deal with a lot of problems.

Michael Goh is grateful for the opportunity to welcome the families on the Star Voyager during the first leg of the cruise’s inaugural voyage. It was an emotional moment for Goh as he saw the affection the crew showed to the children and families, as he hoped to bring relief and happiness to families during their time on the cruise.

Creating a Collaborative Experience and Lasting Memories

In recognition of the event and the first segment of the cruise, a selection of families was gifted with complimentary cruise packages for Star Voyager or her sister ship, Genting Dream, for new holiday experiences as StarCruisers. This will allow families to experience StarCruises even further and create even more cherished memories.

Also, thanks to StarCruises and RMHC Malaysia, this collaboration sets the bar for corporate social responsibility to influence other businesses to offer similar support for families enduring the emotional and physical stress during prolonged medical treatment.

Nasri remarked on how companies can positively impact communities through partnerships. He stated how this event exemplifies how invaluable corporate partnerships can be in positively transforming the lives of the most marginalized.

Conclusion

The event in Port Klang aboard Star Voyager was a joyful event that touched the lives of almost two hundred families. StarCruises and RMHC Malaysia used a cruise vessel to crafted a unique experience to families who have gone through difficult moments to showcase the tremendous impact community partnerships can achieve. For StarCruises, this event was a great way to commence the 2025 2026 season while positively engaging with the local community.

Star Cruises made it possible to bring hope, fun, and togetherness to people during a very memorable event. The event marked more than a simple cruise experience. Star Cruises, while continuing to sail its scheduled seasonal itineraries, is dedicated to bringing joy to the communities it visits and making a positive social impact. They bring hope to families and give them a break from their everyday troubles, even if just for a day.