Travel Information

Coverage Vietnam Japan Southeast Asia East Asia South Asia Middle East New Zealand & Australia

Curated by Shore Excursions Asia , these practical travel resources help cruise guests prepare for smoother, more confident journeys across Asia and beyond.

Port Guides

What to expect at each port of call, from terminal layout to the best use of your time ashore.

Visa & Entry

Entry requirements and documentation to check before your ship arrives.

Weather & Seasons

Seasonal patterns by destination, so you know what to pack and when to go.

Customs & Tips

Local etiquette, transport, and practical advice for a smoother shore day.

Special Promotion for Summer 2020

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Feb

Most Photography Spots in Hanoi, Vietnam

Hanoi is a paradise with endless inspiration to capture beautiful photos. A long vacation or [...]

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Feb

We Wish You A Merry Christmas & New Year

“A GOOD HOLIDAY IS ONE SPENT AMONG PEOPLE WHOSE NOTIONS OF TIME ARE VAGUER THAN [...]

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Jan

Best Street Food to Try in Hong Kong

Used to be underrated as stuff for the unemployed and those who don’t effort to [...]

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Jan

Places to See Cherry Blossoms – Sakura Hanami Spots in Japan

Spring is considered as the most beautiful season in Japan when cherry blossoms fully bloom [...]

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Jan

Singapore Photography Spots & Instagram-Worthy Places

Despite landing on a small island in the southern peak of Malay Peninsula, Singapore is [...]

02
Jan

Fun & Interesting Facts about Vietnam

Vietnam culture is enriched with a bunch of secrets hiding behind the painful past and [...]

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Dec

Travel Tips & Taboo - Thailand Dos & Don’ts

New country, new custom, sometimes you can bewilder yourself and others, which lead to many [...]

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Dec

Asia Shore Excursions 13th birthday promotion

Asia Shore Excursions' 13th Birthday - Special Promotion

2020 marks the 13th anniversary of Asia Shore Excursions. Experience 13 years in tourism, especially in [...]

13
Dec

Water Puppet Show in Hanoi

Each country has its own unique festivals or attractions that signify something integral to what [...]

10
Dec

Best Festivals in Taipei

Discover the best of Taipei – the capital in incredible guided Taipei shore excursions. It [...]

07
Dec

Best Shopping Places in Hong Kong

Located in the East of China next to the Shenzhen River, Hong Kong does not [...]

04
Dec

Best Southeast Asia Food You Should Try

Southeast Asia Traditional Food Asia is a starry tourism destination, for herein not only show [...]

01
Dec

Welcome the First Cruise Ship at Ha Long International Passenger Port

At 6 am on November 27th, the Celebrity Millennium Cruise Ship of Celebrity Cruise Inc, [...]

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Nov

Guide to Experience Tokyo Nightlife

It must be a dozen reasons for the slogan “Tokyo city never sleeps”. When night [...]

24
Nov

Best Asia Destinations for Family

The most populous continent on Earth, Asia has a variety of diversity which can feed [...]

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Nov

Top 10 Best Souvenirs & Where to Buy in Vietnam

Things to Buy in Hanoi Lotus Tea Lotus is considered as Vietnamese national flower that [...]

15
Nov

Top 6 Best Cruise Ships in the World

It is obvious that visitors have their own favorite cruise ship. In this graphic, Asia [...]

12
Nov

Sanja Matsuri – 700-Year-Old Asakusa Festival

Top 6 Best & Unique Festivals in Japan

Although there are more than 300,000 traditional festivals (or called Matsuri) abound in Japan and [...]

07
Nov

Top 6 Must-known Things for First-time Cruisers

Taking your first cruise? Overwhelming feelings about the first coming trip make you both excited [...]

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Nov