We have 8 nights for Europe?? please help
Oct 31st, 2013, 02:40 PM
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I also want to go to "Tower of Pizza" and is not sure if this will be possible going on these cruises?>
Well if the ship docks anywhere near Pisa - like Livorno then you can be sure there will be an optional excursion done by the ship company - that is in part - those type things where they make their money.
Well if the ship docks anywhere near Pisa - like Livorno then you can be sure there will be an optional excursion done by the ship company - that is in part - those type things where they make their money.
Oct 31st, 2013, 03:52 PM
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PalenQ.. Tom, was/is a comtemp and friend of my sister.Hoover Mansion is the headQ, used to be "haunted" until Tom picked it up and renov. it. A2 was home and now after several (or more) decades is still home altho my bedroom is now a parking lot behind old St. Joe's. Don't know what the latest title of that domain is now. 3 sons,1 DIL, DH and self all bleed maize and blue on occasion... starting in the very late 40"s and then gen #2 in the 70's and 80's. We always like cruises as a brief overview of sites to be returned to later (hopefully). That being said we have always planned our own shore excursions and have really enjoyed lots of ports. One of the advantages is not unpacking every day. Another is same bed and ammenities. BUT NEVER on a mega ship..Costs a little more but then it may be a once in a life time experience. Cruises fill a need for many sites, an overview and all in a short and convenient time frame. Love to read your comments!!
Nov 1st, 2013, 12:37 AM
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HA HA HA - THANKS EVERYONE!!
WELL NOW I'VE GOT A BETTER IDEA.
As we're first time travelers! You've all helped a lot - and NO - by the sound of it the cruise will not be for us!
Luckily were have not booked any flights but are thinking of flying out (South-Africa) the Thursday evening (arriving Friday/Saturday - maybe via Dubai) and only fly back the next Sunday night (so that will give us 8 nights in total)
At this stage "Rome" is a must, (Rome & Florence) or *(Rome & Venice)
Honestly I've always wanted to go on these big cruise ships (looks magical - and I thought it would be the easiest and you'll see the most places in the shortest time) but by the sound of it - it's too expensive and we'll be seeing more of the country/life/style by traveling on land??? And because our SA Rand isn't really worth anything - I'd definitely want to get the most out of our week.
so if you have any more recommendation - please feel free to give more and more, at this stage we're like a sponge collecting data.
WELL NOW I'VE GOT A BETTER IDEA.
As we're first time travelers! You've all helped a lot - and NO - by the sound of it the cruise will not be for us!
Luckily were have not booked any flights but are thinking of flying out (South-Africa) the Thursday evening (arriving Friday/Saturday - maybe via Dubai) and only fly back the next Sunday night (so that will give us 8 nights in total)
At this stage "Rome" is a must, (Rome & Florence) or *(Rome & Venice)
Honestly I've always wanted to go on these big cruise ships (looks magical - and I thought it would be the easiest and you'll see the most places in the shortest time) but by the sound of it - it's too expensive and we'll be seeing more of the country/life/style by traveling on land??? And because our SA Rand isn't really worth anything - I'd definitely want to get the most out of our week.
so if you have any more recommendation - please feel free to give more and more, at this stage we're like a sponge collecting data.
Nov 1st, 2013, 06:19 AM
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Susan--
Before deciding between Rome and Venice or Florence, I'd get a good travel guide or two and read up on what's where. If your husband is really really into architecture, try the Blue Guide to Italy. That's the best I know of for art and architecture. Once he sees what's where, he'll be able to choose. And you should also get a good general guide, which Fodor's is one.
Before deciding between Rome and Venice or Florence, I'd get a good travel guide or two and read up on what's where. If your husband is really really into architecture, try the Blue Guide to Italy. That's the best I know of for art and architecture. Once he sees what's where, he'll be able to choose. And you should also get a good general guide, which Fodor's is one.
Nov 1st, 2013, 06:29 AM
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IN your shoes I might try:
Venice -- with a size trip to view some of Palladio's works in the region.
Fast train to Florence or Rome. Special interest tour of the architecture/art if you'd like.
Fly to Barcelona, do a Gaudi tour.
Then back home. Or in reverse order.
Venice -- with a size trip to view some of Palladio's works in the region.
Fast train to Florence or Rome. Special interest tour of the architecture/art if you'd like.
Fly to Barcelona, do a Gaudi tour.
Then back home. Or in reverse order.
Nov 1st, 2013, 09:22 AM
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several (or more) decades is still home altho my bedroom is now a parking lot behind old St. Joe's>
amer can - well that parking lot was just bulldozed last week for construction of the new School of Nursing!
amer can - well that parking lot was just bulldozed last week for construction of the new School of Nursing!
Nov 1st, 2013, 09:58 AM
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Susan,
Don't discount cruises completely, just not for this trip. I often wonder exactly how many (and which) cruises some of the people who are so adamantly against them have actually taken because so many of their comments are wildly incorrect or apply only to one cruise line or one itinerary. There are cruises and ships that meet many different needs and provide a wide variety of travel experiences. Some big ships are wonderful and do not feel at all crowded. Some smaller ships actually feel more crowded. Some offer itineraries that allow sightseeing to archeological sites which would be terribly costly any other way. As far as costs, they can be very pricy or an absolute great bargain. Like anything else you purchase (airfare, hotels, etc.) you do a bit of research. You are doing research for this trip. You would do the same for a cruise, both the itinerary and the ship, cabin and cruise line. I won't go into details on this thread, but do check out the 90day sticker on vacationstogo so you get a more accurate picture of costs, etc. For more accurate information and opinions on cruises, go to the cruise forum or cruisecritic.com.
All that being said, for the trip you want now, I still think, as stated in my first post, that a cruise is not good for seeing anything much in Italy. or most of Europe for that matter.
Don't discount cruises completely, just not for this trip. I often wonder exactly how many (and which) cruises some of the people who are so adamantly against them have actually taken because so many of their comments are wildly incorrect or apply only to one cruise line or one itinerary. There are cruises and ships that meet many different needs and provide a wide variety of travel experiences. Some big ships are wonderful and do not feel at all crowded. Some smaller ships actually feel more crowded. Some offer itineraries that allow sightseeing to archeological sites which would be terribly costly any other way. As far as costs, they can be very pricy or an absolute great bargain. Like anything else you purchase (airfare, hotels, etc.) you do a bit of research. You are doing research for this trip. You would do the same for a cruise, both the itinerary and the ship, cabin and cruise line. I won't go into details on this thread, but do check out the 90day sticker on vacationstogo so you get a more accurate picture of costs, etc. For more accurate information and opinions on cruises, go to the cruise forum or cruisecritic.com.
All that being said, for the trip you want now, I still think, as stated in my first post, that a cruise is not good for seeing anything much in Italy. or most of Europe for that matter.
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