Okinawa Island Escape – Ishigaki & Miyako

About this cruise

5 nights, 3 ports, one very easy decision. This one heads out of Keelung on November 24, 2026 and visits Ishigaki, Miyako-jima and Naha. Every single day is a port day. 3 stops with no sea days in between. You're busy from start to finish. Karaoke bars, hot springs, and temples draped in moss. East Asia does culture and chaos in equal measure. Most ports give you about 11 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, MSC Bellissima takes the food seriously, with 9 restaurants to choose from. 3 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Keelung has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. Being shoulder season helps: golden light, comfortable weather, and shorter queues at the popular spots. You start in Keelung and come back with stories from Ishigaki, Miyako-jima and Naha.