Holland America Westerdam: Onboard Circle Japan Cruise- Pros & Cons!

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Are you considering a Japan Cruise? This video shares our 3rd and final episode of our Circle Japan Cruise including Life on the Westerdam ship, Entertainment, Dining and even what happens during Immigration in Japan. These should be helpful details for you to plan your trip. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 00:26 - Episode 3 overview 01:36 - Entertainment Overview 04:59 - Dining 07:43 - Kanmon Straits 09:27 - Japan Immigration Details 10:11 - Sokcho, South Korea 14:15 - Holland America Westerdam Circle Japan Cruise Pros & Cons 24:45 - Closing Port Deep Dive Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLPB0YMo0qAjTIytP39AHjqfMyOvr47Rd Big Rock - Take the Lead by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Thinking about a Japan circle cruise? We spent 18 days hitting 13 ports to see if the experience is actually worth it. If you are planning a trip to Japan, you might be worried about how cruise passengers are received in local ports. Recent travel news suggests some cities are turning away ships, but our experience on a Japan circle cruise was completely different. From the moment we docked, we felt genuinely welcomed by the locals, which was a refreshing change of pace. This video breaks down our full 18-day itinerary, covering 13 different port stops. We explain why this Japan cruise was far from a relaxing beach vacation and what you should expect if you are considering this specific route. We cover the reality of the daily schedule, the port logistics, and why traveling to Japan by sea offers a unique perspective compared to traditional land-based tours. #hollandamericacruises #japancruise #Circlejapan

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