About Hakodate
Hakodate is a city of about 280,000, located on the southern tip of Japan's northernmost major island, Hokkaido. The city was Japan's first modern international trading port, opening in 1859. Today, it is known for its morning market, with more than 250 shops, including many selling local seafood. Hakodate is particularly famous as a squid-fishing port, and you can even find squid-ink ice cream cones here.
In addition, you can see interesting evidence of outside influence around town, including houses that combine Japanese and Western elements, foreign churches, brick warehouses, a Trapistine convent, a star fort -- and even yoshoku, the Japanese take on Western food, including items like deep-fried hamburgers or omu rice, an omelet stuffed with ketchup-seasoned rice.
Outside of the city are mountains and parks, including Shikotsu-Toya National Park, which has a lake, hot spring and smoking volcano.
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Ship DetailsCelebrity Eclipse - Celebrity Cruises
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Excellent fine dining, active bar scene, quiet spaces to relax and robust suite perks
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Anyone not traveling in suites (the vast majority) are excluded from certain bars and restaurants
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One of the most sophisticated, stylish and contemporary mainstream cruise experiences
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Ship DetailsNorwegian Sun - Norwegian Cruise Line
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Refurbished spaces boast clean, modern design; a plethora of tasty dining options abounds.
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Buffets are often congested and signage is lacking; there are no water slides/water parks.
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Great overall experience with tons of dining and activity choices and itinerary options.
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Ship DetailsNorwegian Sun - Norwegian Cruise Line
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Refurbished spaces boast clean, modern design; a plethora of tasty dining options abounds.
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Buffets are often congested and signage is lacking; there are no water slides/water parks.
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Great overall experience with tons of dining and activity choices and itinerary options.
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Cruise fare covers nearly everything: drinks, tips and excellent variety of excursions
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Inclusive nature and great service means a Mariner cruise is all about relaxing
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Ship DetailsRegatta - Oceania Cruises
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Outstanding service on a ship that's a foodie's dream come true
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In rough seas, movement is quite noticeable
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Ship DetailsCelebrity Millennium - Celebrity Cruises
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Never feels overly crowded; friendly, efficient service and modern cabins with USB ports.
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Limited daily activities; about 50 percent of listed offerings actually for-fee or retail-oriented.
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Beautiful, easy-to-navigate midsize ship with comfortable, modern cabins and excellent dining.
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