we have joined the princess cruise to explore several countries in south east asia in

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We have joined the Princess cruise to explore several countries in South East Asia in October. The embarkation port is Beijing.(Xingang) After doing some researches, We discovered that Xingang is actually a port in Tianjin. We have the following questions and hope that somebody could kindly helpa. We will arrive at Beijing around Oct 1, will it be very difficult to book a budget hotel(we understand that it's the national day)b. How difficult it will be to travel from Beijing to Xingang with 2 mid-size baggages. From Beijing south to Tianjin railway station by bullet train - do they allow baggages? How far is Xingang port away from the railway station and what kind of transportation is recommended and how much will it cost ?c. The cruise starts on 5th October, We may arrange to stay a day or two in Tianjin. Is it worthwile to do so ?Bear in mind that we are not young at all and could not afford to walk a lot. Are there city tour and how to book in advance ?We do speak some mandarin and should have no problem communicating with local people.

Mr.Frank · Answer

a. you could book the hotel in advance. I think it is not difficult to have one budget roon then.b. you cold take your baggages to the train, no strict limitation. It is suggested that you take one of the five bullet trains departing from Beijing South Railway Station to Tianjin Tanggu Railway Station. The journey is about 1 hour. When you arrive at Tanggu station, you could hire a taxi driving you to the port with a cost of about 15RMB.c. well, you may plan a one-day trip in Tianjin. The city doesn't have so many places to see so no need to spend too much time.

Mr.Sama · Answer

Mr. FrankThank you very much. We have booked a budget hotel in Beijing and will spend a day in Tianjin before we embark the cruise ship. Your reply has been very useful to us.

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