Osaka

I spent a lot of money to plan my own itinerary, visiting all the places I wanted to see in a day. When I was tired, I could get on the bus to rest and regroup before heading to the next destination. It was a fulfilling and wonderful experience, and the money was well spent. The driver was responsible, punctual, and communicated well.

The flight from Osaka to Hakata is direct, takes just over two hours, has comfortable seats, affordable fares, and frequent departures. If you have large luggage, it's easy to reserve a seat at the counter or at the airport on the same day; just follow the signs.

Before departure, an administrator will contact you and add your driver information. It's very convenient to contact them via Line. The drivers will arrive early and all speak Chinese, so communication is not a problem at all. The chartered car is also very spacious and comfortable. I will definitely book again if I need it next time!

The price was reasonable, saving a lot of time on train transfers, and the whole day's itinerary was very fulfilling. The tour guide, Nick Liu, from Taiwan, also explained the history of each attraction. He provided excellent service and was very attentive to everyone. I recommend this to first-time visitors to Kyoto who want to see many sights.

Highly recommended for families traveling with children! Changing flight times is extremely convenient, eliminating worries about flight delays and saving a lot of queuing time. When entering the station, you can scan your child's barcode first to let them pass, then scan the barcodes of accompanying family members, and finally swipe your card to enter. The whole process is smooth and convenient! Exiting the station follows the same process. Just make sure your internet connection is working after you get off the plane, otherwise you won't be able to scan your card to enter the station!

Aside from the slightly higher prices for dining inside the park, the restaurant staff were very helpful in finding seats and providing directions, which I appreciated! Everything else was great! The experience was excellent, but unfortunately, the zombie apocalypse was canceled due to rain.

Our cruise ship docked at Osaka port for the day. We were able to take the subway to Dotonbori in the morning, then returned in late afternoon to go to the aquarium and the small shopping area adjacent to the ship dock. This is the best aquarium we ever visited. You start at the top and walk in a spiral downward, around a large tank that houses both large and small fishes-sharks, manta rays and the largest sunfish I ever saw. There are many other tanks along the walls too where you can see otters and two displays for penguins (my favorite!). The jellyfish tanks are mesmerizing! Give yourself a minimum of 2 hours to see it all although at a very relaxed pace I think 3.5-4 hours would be just right. They do utilize strict entrance time frames according to time on your ticket. One of the highlights of our last Japan trip so don’t miss it!

Harry Potter and Don Quixote were so much fun! Buying time with money was such a good deal. Luckily, the crowds weren't too big this time, and we even got to see the Halloween zombies!