Since we were all toured-out, we took the NCL water shuttle from the cruise port to a stop near St. Mark’s Square & St. Mark’s Basilica, from there we explored much of Venice on foot...
Since we were all toured-out, we took the NCL water shuttle from the cruise port to a stop near St. Mark’s Square & St. Mark’s Basilica, from there we explored much of Venice on foot...
We docked in Piraeus, which is about 30 minutes outside of Athens and in itself is a cute port town with lots of cafes and markets. Athens was bustling! So much traffic, so many people. Our tour bus...
We docked right at the port and were able to walk off the ship and into town. We could have visited the ancient ruins of Ephesus or visited the House of the Virgin Mary here in Kusadasi, but at this...
The Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia, a mandatory stop/demonstration/high pressure sales pitch at a Turkish rug store, The Grand Bazaar, a traditional Turkish meal, and then a cruise on the Bosphorus Strait...
Italy. Pompeii walking tour and Mount Vesuvius hike.
Wow, truly one of the most amazing places we have been! Every street is so clean and picturesque. The water is a deep blue and easy to see through. Fortunately, a short tender ride took us straight...
The Colosseum, Palatino Hill, Roman Forum, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain, Column of Marcus, the Metro, a lot of espresso, and a little bit of rain
Lots of boats, picturesque cobblestone streets, quaint cafes, and an unbelievably large and amazing fresh market (fruit, veggies, olives, fish, meats, soaps). What a great port to visit via sailboat...
The Duomo, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza del Signoria, and Santa Croce Square.