Europe Cruise Vacations

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Looking to travel the world with as little hassle as possible? Head out on a cruise! All you have to do is pick the destination and date of travel and almost everything else will be planned out for you. Many cruise ships provide food around the clock, letting you have pizza at midnight, or ice cream anytime of day. Work it off by heading to the pool or the gym as many provide endless entertainment on board. From island hopping, to adventure trips, cruises come in many forms and travel to a seemingly endless amount of destinations - invite a few friends, the whole family, or just the two of you for an experience you'll never forget. ...read more »

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Amsterdam

A "Gateway to Europe", Amsterdam attracts millions of visitors year round. For some, its main attractions are the works of Van Gough and Rembrandt or the intricate labyrinth of canals. For others, Amsterdam's draw is its Red Light district and world-fam... read more »
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Barcelona

Dubbed "La Gran Encisera", or the Great Enchantress, Barcelona is an amazingly beautiful Mediterranean city. One of the world's busiest seaports, this dynamic and culturally rich city is a combination of famous museums, theaters, and art galleries mixed... read more »
photo by Real Traveler Liz Hamilton

Rome

Rome is history. A blend of artistic and architectural masterpieces, classical ruins, and extravagant baroque churches and piazzas, this city is as culturally rich as they come. From espresso at the Tivoli fountain, mass at St. Peter's Cathedral, or wal... read more »
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London

The capital city of the UK and England, London is one of the great "world cities." With a diverse mixture of old world history and modern capitalism, London has so much to offer any traveler. From the Tower of London to its avant-garde nightclubs to a q... read more »
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Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik, a city on the coast of the Adriatic Sea, is a favorite destination for many travelers exploring the southern areas of Europe. There's mild weather to enjoy, great events to take part in (such as carnivals and cruise fairs), ancient fortresses... read more »
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Bari

Find highlights on things to do and see in Bari shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Bari across multiple sites to help plan your trip. read more »
photo by Real Traveler Danielle

Naples

With steep cliffs overlooking the blue water of the Bay of Naples, Sorrento is a picturesque Italian town that holds a lot of appeal. Terraced houses and hotels huddle over the small fishing harbor, providing visitors a superb view of the sea and sunse... read more »
photo by Real Traveler Kerry Taylor

Helsinki

Helsinki's green parks and waterways, fresh sea winds, its busy market square, its exciting cultural events and many open-air cafes make the city a delightful place to visit. Helsinki, the capital of Finland, is the country's center of cultural, financi... read more »
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Korfu

Find highlights on things to do and see in Korfu shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Korfu across multiple sites to help plan your trip. read more »
photo by Real Traveler Nikki Duncan

Paris

The city of lights, the city of love. Paris is known as one of the most romantic destinations in the world, and it is not difficult to see why. It is also known for its famous buildings and works of art, its chic fashion scene and its modern literary, a... read more »

Top Five Cruise Trip Blogs

A Few Days for Exploration of Budapest | Jul 07 07'

by babeck a female traveling as a couple from Fremont, on vacation in Budapest

"..a beautiful vantage point to see both Buda and Pest and the Danube."

July 8 (Sunday) After catching an early Alitalia flight from Rome to Vienna, we picked up our rental car at Avis, which is located inside the air... Continue reading »
Our Greek Island Paradise | Jul 09 07'

by Wandering Spaulls a traveling as a couple from Cape Town, on vacation in Naxos

"Naxos was the Perfect Greek Island Paradise"

The Blue Star Ferry from the Port of Piraeus (Athens' seaport) to the island of Naxos in the Cyclades is usually packed - so get there at least 1.5... Continue reading »
Cruising on a (Damp and Cool) Summer Afternoon | Jul 13 07'

by Ever Onward a male from Bainbridge Island, on vacation in Chester

"The kindness of strangers!"

Figures that it would be the wettest summer on record in England. Floods, rail disruptions, and torrential downpours were in the news most da... Continue reading »
Spring Break | Apr 01 07'

by Lauren77 a 22 year old female from Barcelona, on vacation in Florence

The first day we boarded the Gran Mistral at the Barcelona port. The entire day we were on the water traveling to Italy. There were storms and the... Continue reading »
Flam...stunning no matter which direction you look! | May 10 06'

by newideal a female from Boston, on vacation in Flam

"Flam...stunning no matter which direction you look!"

Note: oops! some of the Flam photos ended up in the main travel journal (Magical Mystery Tour of 2006) so you can see them there. I need... Continue reading »