Civitavecchia Shore Excursion Exterior View of Collosseum
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Civitavecchia Shore Excursion Rome: St. Peter’s, the Catacombs and the Colosseum

If you are visiting Rome on a cruise, you will quickly discover that the city is quite far from the port of Civitavecchia. Choosing a Civitavecchia shore excursion to Rome through the cruise line gave us the peace of mind we wanted, especially with several ships in port that day. the Colosseum We chose the… Continue reading Civitavecchia Shore Excursion Rome: St. Peter’s, the Catacombs and the Colosseum

DIY Shore Excursion Marseille View of Château d'If from Ferry
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DIY Shore Excursion Marseille: A Perfect Day in Port

Marseille turned out to be one of the easiest ports to explore on our own. Our DIY Shore Excursion Marseille plan included a scenic ferry ride to Château d’If, a relaxed lunch in the Old Port, and a trip up to the city’s famous basilica. It was a stress-free and affordable way to experience the… Continue reading DIY Shore Excursion Marseille: A Perfect Day in Port

Exterior of Branson Aquarium with Oversized Octopus
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Why You’ll Love the Branson Aquarium

Located right on Highway 76, the main strip where everything happens in Branson, the Branson Aquarium is hard to miss. The bright blue building with the giant red octopus stretching across the front sets the tone for what’s inside: colorful, creative, and a whole lot of fun. We visited on a Saturday evening, and to… Continue reading Why You’ll Love the Branson Aquarium

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Our Stay at Gran Hotel Barcino, a Hotel in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter

For our time in Barcelona, we stayed five nights at Gran Hotel Barcino, a hotel in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. The entrance to Gran Hotel Barcino on Carrer Jaume I in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. The location couldn’t have been better, surrounded by narrow medieval streets filled with cafés, shops, and history at every turn. We loved… Continue reading Our Stay at Gran Hotel Barcino, a Hotel in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter