🛳️ Cruising for just 3K

Still not over it! It’s been weeks since I got back from my 6D5N Okinawa trip on the Gulangyu Cruise, and I’m seriously having withdrawal symptoms 😭 One minute I’m stuck at my desk, the next I’m daydreaming about lying on the deck, breeze in my face, zero stress 🌊 ☀️ Is Gulangyu worth it? How’s Okinawa? What do you need to know before you go? 🌱 [Planning Tips] ✅ No visa needed, no travel permit – just a passport and you’re good to go! 1️⃣ Cost: • Service charge: USD $16/person/night (applies to all cabin types) 2️⃣ Transportation: 🚌 Shuttle buses provided from Liantang Port to Kai Tak Cruise Terminal – easy & efficient. 3️⃣ Wi-Fi: 🛜 $20/day or $80 for 5 days – pricey! Unless you need to work, it’s a great excuse to go off-grid. • Get a Japan roaming data plan 🚫 [Reality Check – Gulangyu Experience] One of the most cost-effective cruise options from China! 1️⃣ Dining: • 2 free restaurants onboard: – Lido Buffet (casual, self-serve) – Peninsula Restaurant (sit-down menu – tastier!) 💡Pro tip: You can dine at Peninsula then head to Lido for extras if you’re still hungry 🤭 2️⃣ Entertainment: There’s actually quite a bit going on! • Deck parties with live DJs? Yes please 💃 • Nightly performances – Silk Road on the final night was stunning. The Cleopatra segment? Gave me chills 🥹 Every day has a full schedule of activities – they really do try to keep you busy. 3️⃣ Cabin: We stayed in an oceanview room – compact but thoughtfully designed. • Clean, comfy bed • Daily housekeeping (they won’t change sheets every day, but the room stays tidy) • Hot tip: Bring your own kettle for tea/hot water (there’s a 24h refill station at the restaurant) • Only ONE power adapter per room – pack extra! • Toiletries not provided – bring your own essentials. 🎆 Little extras that help a lot: ✔️ Electric kettle ✔️ Extra adapter ✔️ Travel toiletries ✔️ Travel mug for hot drinks #cruisetrip #gulangyucruise #okinawacruise #cruiselife #budgetcruise #postvacationblues