Gulangyu Cruise: 5 Days 4 Nights Hong Kong-Miyakojima-Hong Kong

This 5-day, 4-night trip aboard the "Gulangyu Cruise" (departing October 4: Hong Kong—Miyakojima—Hong Kong) is truly worth every penny! We chose a standard ocean-view room, and waking up to the sight of the sea every day instantly brightened our mood!

🛏 Room
The room isn’t very spacious, but it’s well-equipped and clean.
👶 Tip: If you’re traveling with kids, you can ask the staff to combine the two beds into one large bed, which is super convenient!

🍽 All-You-Can-Eat Tips
✔ Two Main Restaurants (Peninsula Restaurant, Oriental Restaurant):
Both restaurants have the same menu and are free, but there might be queues during peak hours. Portions are small, but you can order unlimited refills.

✔ One Buffet Restaurant:
Free with extended hours, and you can pick whatever you like! Although the variety isn’t extensive, it’s the most abundant option on the ship.

✔ Hidden Tip:
After dining at the main restaurant, head to the buffet for a second round 🤫

🍖 The meat quality at all three restaurants is average, but the taste is decent and worth the price. The captain mentioned that all dishes are freshly prepared by the chefs daily, not pre-made meals!

🎡 Entertainment
🌅 Start your day by checking the "Star Travel Daily" for the day’s activity schedule.
⭐ Activities marked with a star are highly recommended!
💤 For a more relaxed vibe, head to the 7th floor or the ship’s stern, where there are plenty of lounge chairs to enjoy the sea breeze and daydream.
🍺 Don’t miss the Captain’s Beer Festival and Water Splashing Event on the 12th-floor deck—they’re super lively!
🎶 In the evening, three bands perform in different theaters. Choose your favorite and enjoy the amazing live atmosphere!

🧳 Must-Have Items

🖊 Pen
🛂 Passport + 2 photocopies
🎟 Cruise ticket, luggage tag (print one copy yourself)
👶 If traveling with kids, use the manual check-in lane and allow extra time.

🪥 Toothpaste, toothbrush, cup, slippers, comb, razor (the ship only provides shampoo, body wash, and conditioner)
💊 Essential medications (especially seasickness patches, seasickness pills, and stomach medicine)—the onboard medical center is expensive!
⚡ Electrical appliances are not allowed on board, but there’s a hairdryer in the room.

📸 Best Photo Spots
📍 Stern
📍 7th-floor deck
📍 Pool
📍 Staircase between the 7th and 8th floors