Volendam Review

China visa nightmare, advice, visa not always required

Review for Asia Cruise on Volendam
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jacksoc6
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

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Sail Date: Oct 2017
Cabin: Large Ocean-View Stateroom

Commencing your cruise in China, you do not need an expensive visa if certain conditions apply.

My wife and I have recently returned (12-11-17) from a two week cruise in the Far East.

We joined the ship (Holland Americas cruise ship VOLENDAM) in Shanghai China.

Cabin Review

Large Ocean-View Stateroom

Too much furniture, addition of 2 seater settee resulted in cramped accommodation.

All a bit tired.

Not enough power sockets, one only

Port Reviews

Shanghai

no access due to immigration restrictions, typhoon

Taipei (Keelung)

interesting but not alot to see

Manila

traffic fumes excessive, wont be returning, ever

Hong Kong

fantastic need a week there in future

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