Gulangyu Cruise Guide: Must-Read Before Boarding!

Last week, I just took the "Gulangyu Cruise" and compiled some key points to share with friends who haven't experienced a cruise yet— 🌟【About the Room Card】 Your name is printed on the room card, so make sure not to lose it! You'll need it for dining, shopping, checking out, and disembarking. The cruise company won't take it back at the end, so you can keep it as a souvenir—like a memento of a luxurious sea carnival. 🌟【Cruise Service Fee】 For standard rooms, there's a service fee of $16 per night, which is mandatory regardless of whether you use the services or not. The easiest way to check your bill is at the self-service machine on the 5th floor before disembarking. At the time, the exchange rate was 7.2. Don't worry too much; the bill details are very clear. 🌟【About Internet Access】 About half an hour after departure, you'll basically lose connection 🤣. The onboard WiFi is extremely expensive—$45 for just 2GB of data. Unless you have urgent matters, I wouldn't recommend buying it. If you do, remember to use an Android phone to set up a hotspot so you can share the data. 🌟【About Dining】 There are three free restaurants, but the Chinese and Western menus are almost identical, with seven or eight fixed dishes. It doesn't matter which one you go to. The buffet offers more variety, and there's a late-night snack option, though with fewer choices. I recommend going for lunch at 11 AM and dinner at 5 PM to avoid crowds and the possibility of sharing tables. 😋 I found the food quite tasty and suited to my palate! 🍸 For those who love drinking, you're in luck—the bartenders onboard are very generous with the alcohol, making the drinks so good you might not walk straight. 🌟【About Entertainment】 There are song and dance performances (like "Jade Moon"—you won't miss much if you skip it), live bands, interactive games, and even a mini pool. While the programs are a bit old-school, they're perfect for bringing along elders and kids. ❤️ Summary: The overall vibe is very chill, perfect for relaxing with a drink and enjoying the sea breeze. It's a great introductory experience for first-time cruisers, offering good value for money. Plus, you can test if you get seasick and even cure some work-related anxiety (haha).