Your complete DIY guide to transportation, attractions, food, shopping and independent exploration, helping you make the most of your day ashore through practical advice and firsthand cruise experience. by Danny and Peter…
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Sakaiminato Japan Cruise Port Guide 2027 – DIY Tips & One Day Itinerary
by Danny and Peter 💡 Danny and Peter’s Top Tip: If you plan to explore Mizuki Shigeru Road independently, take the official port shuttle or a quick 10–15 minute taxi directly from…
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Hiroshima Japan Cruise Port Guide 2027 – DIY Tips & One Day Itinerary
by Danny and Peter 💡 Danny and Peter’s Top Tip: Reserve your timed-entry tickets for the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum online well in advance of your cruise. Lines at the ticket counter…
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Kobe Japan Cruise Port Guide 2027 – DIY Tips & One Day Itinerary
by Danny and Peter 💡 Danny and Peter’s Top Tip: Kobe is the ultimate gateway to the Kansai region! Take the automated Port Liner from the terminal straight to Sannomiya Station in…
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Fukuoka Japan Cruise Port Guide 2027 – DIY Tips & One Day Itinerary
by Danny and Peter 💡 Danny and Peter’s Top Tip: If you encounter unexpected heavy rain during your port day, pivot immediately to the Seaside Momochi district! Combining the completely covered teamLab…
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Kochi Japan Cruise Port Guide 2027 – DIY Tips & One Day Itinerary
by Danny and Peter 💡 Danny and Peter’s Top Tip: Use the local tourist MY-YUU Bus to reach Mount Godaisan’s sights. Foreign passport holders get a discount, making it the cheapest way…
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Kagoshima Japan Cruise Port Guide 2027 – DIY Tips & One Day Itinerary
by Danny and Peter 💡 Danny and Peter’s Top Tip: Clear days offer the absolute best skyline shots of the volcano booming over the bay, so keep a close eye on weather…
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Nagasaki Japan Cruise Port Guide 2027 – DIY Tips & One Day Itinerary
by Danny and Peter 💡 Danny and Peter’s Top Tip: Visit the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum as early as possible in the morning to avoid the largest crowds, especially during peak cruise…
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A Voyage of Enchantment: Exploring Rotterdam and Beyond Aboard Holland America’s Nieuw Statendam
The Rich History of Rotterdam, The Netherlands Early Beginnings and Medieval Roots Rotterdam, a vibrant port city in the Netherlands, boasts a history as dynamic as its modern skyline. Its story begins…
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Dover London Cruise Port: Our Complete Guide + Insider Tips 2026 (Visited Once in 2025 by Danny and Peter)
Our voyage aboard Holland America Line’s Nieuw Statendam for the Canary Island Enchantment with Morocco & Portugal itinerary was a tapestry of stunning destinations, with Dover, England, as the final port of call. This coastal town,…









