As we entered the port, the. music rang out. The flag bearers were waving the colorful flags to the sound of the music. This was a great welcome for us to see them. It's true the industrial cruise port was a long distance away from the center center. The terminal building was a smaller structure than some other ports. They did have an information counter. The shuttle bus service did cost us $25 USD round trip each. So, I guess this wasn't the best situation for visiting this city. Some passengers found ways to save money by taking My bus line and showing their passport at the ticket counter, near the bus drop off point, their fare was 300 Yen, instead of 1000 Yen. They could then walk over a mile through a tunnel to reach the cruise ship. The bus ride was a great experience in any case! In closing, they...
Read moreTaxis only accept cash and they don't have an ATM machine. Only a cash currency exchange machine. Who the heck carries cash everywhere in 2023? It completely ruined my day because I meant to go in a total opposite direction of the city and it would take me an hour to go to the city and back, and the forecast predicted to be cloudy in the afternoon. If your cab drivers live in the XX century, at least you must have an ATM machine. Even to live in the past you need to...
Read moreWe are currently on the cruise ship, docked at the Kochi Cruise Terminal. The cruise terminal is one of the best I've experienced. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. They are well organized, and the taxis are lined up and waiting. Check-in and check-out are...
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