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Next Nomad Cruise Sails Across Asia: Hong Kong → Japan → South Korea → Philippines | February 14-25, 2026

Next Nomad Cruise Sails Across Asia: A Bigger Adventure Awaits

Nomad Cruise just dropped the kind of update that makes every remote worker reach for their passport. The upcoming Asia voyage has been stretched into a 12-day playground at sea (February 14-25, 2026), which means more sunsets, more masterminds, and more chances to build your crew while hopping between four countries.

What’s New On Deck

Think of this as Nomad Cruise turning the dial to 11:

  • Nomad Cruise participants smiling onboard
  • Longer Escape – twelve full days to balance laptop hours with on-deck hangouts.

  • Better Timing – pushing the departure back a week to February 14, 2026, to catch that sweet late-winter weather window.

  • Extra Sea Days – more breathing room for workshops, slow mornings, and those serendipitous conversations that change everything.

  • Fresh Stops – time to explore both Japan’s southern gems and the volcanic magic of Jeju Island.

  • Automatic Upgrade – already booked? You’re in. No extra steps, no extra fees.

Meet the Route

Nomad Cruise Asia Route Map

A full ship of 300+ digital nomads and entrepreneurs will sail from neon-soaked Hong Kong 🇭🇰 to ramen-fueled cities in Japan 🇯🇵, pause for a pinch-me day on South Korea’s Jeju Island 🇰🇷, and wrap things up with a celebratory finale in the Philippines 🇵🇭.

12-Day Play-by-Play

  • Sat, Feb 14 – Set sail from Hong Kong
  • Sun, Feb 15 – At sea (settle in, find your people)
  • Mon, Feb 16 – At sea
  • Tue, Feb 17 – Fukuoka, Japan
  • Wed, Feb 18 – Nagasaki, Japan
  • Thu, Feb 19 – Yatsushiro, Japan
  • Fri, Feb 20 – Seogwipo, Jeju Island, South Korea
  • Sat, Feb 21 – At sea
  • Sun, Feb 22 – At sea
  • Mon, Feb 23 – Hong Kong reunion day
  • Tue, Feb 24 – At sea
  • Wed, Feb 25 – Manila arrival (and the celebrations continue on land)

Why People Love This Sailing

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Wi-Fi That Actually Works

Starlink comes standard, so Zoom calls, Slack check-ins, and photo dumps from the deck all feel easy. It’s a huge leap from the cruise-ship internet of the past.

Everything-Included Comfort

Cabins (inside, ocean-view, or balcony), all meals, full access to the ship’s gym, spa, pools, lounges, and the entire conference program come with your ticket. You even get lifetime access to the global Nomad Cruise community plus curated shore excursions to pick and choose from.

Learn, Share, Celebrate

Expect masterminds, hands-on workshops, unconference sessions, pitch nights, talent shows, and plenty of surprise meetups. You’ll leave with new friends, new clients, and probably a few fresh ideas you can’t wait to build.

Wallet-Friendly Options

Nomad Cruise audience engaged during a talk

Nomad Cruise keeps pricing flexible so you can choose your vibe:

Early Bird Rates (Limited Spots)

  • Inside Cabin: €1,600 (Shared) | €2,300 (Single)
  • Outside Cabin: €1,800 (Shared) | €2,600 (Single)
  • Balcony Cabin: €1,900 (Shared) | €2,900 (Single)

Easy Booking

  • Lock in your cabin with a €250 deposit.
  • Pay the balance 90 days before departure.
  • Rolling solo? Ask for a cabin match and start with a built-in roommate.

Perk alert: Use code Gossip for €100 off any cabin category.

💰 Special Offer: €100 off with code GOSSIP

The Community Vibes

Over ten years, Nomad Cruise has hosted:

  • 2,500+ participants from 70+ countries
  • A median age sweet spot of 30-45
  • 61% solo travelers (and by the end, nobody feels solo)
  • 47% women, 6% LGBTQ+, 40% first-timers discovering the lifestyle at sea

Travel With A Conscience

Nomad Cruise keeps every voyage carbon-neutral by calculating the trip’s footprint and offsetting it through the official UN platform.

Asia Is Having A Moment

Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines are all investing in remote-work infrastructure, extended visas, and nomad-friendly community spaces. This sailing hits the hotspots right as the regional nomad scene is exploding.

Ready to Board?

Cabins sell out fast—and with the longer schedule, demand’s already spiking. Save your spot now:

  1. Head to nomadcruise.com/nc16
  2. Pick your cabin
  3. Drop the €250 deposit
  4. Apply code Gossip for that €100 discount
  5. Pay the remaining balance 90 days out and start daydreaming about ramen, kimchi, and tropical sunsets

Who Shows Up

  • Digital nomads craving a pop-up family
  • Remote founders and builders looking for collaborations
  • Creatives, coaches, and consultants ready to share their craft
  • Curious newcomers testing the waters with a ready-made community

What The Crew Is Saying

“This new Asia itinerary is our most ambitious journey yet,” says the Nomad Cruise team. “With more days at sea and fresh ports to explore, there’s extra space for deep conversations, shared inspiration, and those life-changing ‘aha’ moments that always seem to happen on board.”

About Nomad Cruise

Nomad Cruise is the world’s largest workation at sea, connecting digital nomads, founders, and adventurous humans through epic itineraries, skill-sharing programs, and unforgettable community energy. Every sailing is an invitation to rethink what “work trip” can mean.

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