Who's cruised Europe?

[RayColey]

For those interested in trying out the Mediterranean ports, check out our "2014 Crazie Mediterranean Cruise" topic under "Let's Talk Cruise". We're looking at cruising the Mediterranean and Adriatic Seas (and maybe taking Crazie herself with us)...

[Jan115]

We are booked on the Royal Princess for a 12-day Mediterranean in July-August 2013. Ports are Venice, Athens, Kusadasi, Istanbul, Mykonos, Naples, Rome, Florence, Toulon & Barcelona. I am a little concerned about the turmoil in Greece, but we'll see what the next year brings. Any feedback on any of these ports?

[RayColey]

Been to Venice, Athens, Kusadasi, Istanbul, Rome and Barcelona. Don't expect any problem whatsoever in Athens. The problem there is people vs. government, not people vs. Americans. Kusadasi is the port from which you visit Ephesus - a MUST. Istanbul is totally fascinating. Take in whatever you can, from the river tours to the bazaar to the mosques and beyond. Rome has too many interesting places to visit, so you won't be able to get more than a smattering. The forum, the colliseum, any of the temples along the Tiber River and The Vatican, to name a few. Barcelona is one of the most cosmopolitan of all Spanish cities. Explore in spanish or in catalan. choose the things you want to make sure you see before you go, then begin to plan out your port visits. Any specific questions about these ports that you have, I'll be happy to help...

[scalise12]

We are going to Europe for 3 cruises on the 4th of July, will write reviews when we return.