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  1. 10 of the Best Mediterranean Cruises for Every Type of Traveler

    Here are 10 of the best Mediterranean cruises to take in 2022 and 2023. ... Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, ...

  2. Mediterranean cruise guide: Best itineraries, planning tips and things

    Here are some the best Mediterranean cruise itineraries you should consider for your European vacation. ... depending on your itinerary, Barcelona has much to offer first-timers and repeat visitors. Cruise ships dock at the end of Las Ramblas, the main thoroughfare in the old part of the city, so it's easy to leave the ship and simply wander ...

  3. The best time to cruise the Mediterranean

    The best time to cruise the Mediterranean based on choices of ships and itineraries. View of the city of Positano on Italy's Amalfi Coast. KIRK FISHER/GETTY IMAGES. ... Disney Cruise Line is the first to leave, with its last summer Mediterranean sailing usually falling in July. Celebrity is among the last to leave, often continuing its ...

  4. 9 Best Cruise Lines in the Mediterranean

    Oceania Cruises. #4 in Best Cruise Lines in the Mediterranean. Read More ». Oceania Cruises focuses on individualized service with a high attention to detail and specialized dining venues. It's ...

  5. The Joy of a First-Time Mediterranean Cruise by Rick Steves

    By Rick Steves. A ship's glitzy design impresses first-time cruisers, or at least this one. (photo: Rick Steves) When you're cruising — especially in the Mediterranean — it's hard not to pay attention to the sunsets. (photo: Cameron Hewitt) Sailing away from our port of embarkation, I join my fellow cruisers on deck to wave goodbye to ...

  6. Best Mediterranean cruises in 2024 and 2025

    Norwegian Cruise Line offers a variety of Western Mediterranean cruises to key ports in Spain, Italy and France. The line's newest ship, Norwegian Viva, sails the Med in the spring, summer and fall of 2024 and 2025. Its nine- to 11-night cruises call on a variety of major ports.

  7. How to choose your very first Mediterranean Cruise

    An Eastern Mediterranean cruise sails from the Italian ports of Trieste, Ravenna, Bari, or Rome. Ports stops will include those along the Adriatic coast, such as Split and Dubrovnik (Croatia), Koper (Slovenia), Corfu (Greece), and Kontor (Montenegro). Eastern Mediterranean cruises offer stunning destinations in Italy and on the Adriatic coast.

  8. 25 BEST Mediterranean Cruises 2024 (Prices

    Cruises to the Mediterranean are typically divided into Eastern and Western itineraries. The Western Med includes Italy, Monaco, France and Spain, with plenty of museums, culinary tours, wineries ...

  9. 7 Best Mediterranean Cruises for Every Type of Traveler

    Choose from a series of 7- to 11-night Mediterranean Celebrity Edge voyages, running round-trip from Rome or between Rome and Barcelona. Rates on Celebrity Edge from $1,005 /person; celebritycruises.com. Sail along the coast of Italy in luxury on a Regent Seven Seas Med cruise. Courtesy of Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

  10. What To Expect On Your First Mediterranean Cruise

    The cruise staff will go the extra mile to make passengers happy. Relaxation: A cruise is ultimately about relaxing, slowing down and savoring the finer things in life. So, prepare to leave your worries at home and set your spirit free. Lastly, expect to be awe-struck.

  11. Best Months to Cruise the Med

    Viking Ocean Cruises begins to offer a number of solid Mediterranean itineraries this time of year, including a 12-night Mediterranean Odyssey (Barcelona to Venice with eight ports of call ...

  12. Cruise to the Mediterranean: A Beginner's Guide

    Summer is a fantastic time to visit the Mediterranean because of the temperatures, but it's also the most crowded. Many in-the-know cruisers prefer shoulder season-April/May and September/October, the time between high and low season-instead. If you do book a summertime cruise, note that much of Europe goes on vacation in August.

  13. Cruise Critic's Best Cruise Itineraries for First-Timers

    Colleen McDaniel, Editor-in-Chief: "For many a first timer, a Western or Eastern Caribbean itinerary is a great place to start, but a Southern Caribbean trip should be at the top of the list. "My ...

  14. Your Guide for the Best Mediterranean Cruises

    Cruise duration: 4-14 nights. Azamara is a luxury cruise line on which the ships hold a maximum of 700 passengers. In addition to Mediterranean cruises that are a tour of ports in different countries, the cruise line has country-specific itineraries for Croatia, France, Greece, Italy and Spain. Celebrity Cruises.

  15. The Ultimate Guide to Mediterranean Cruises: Best Time, Ports & Cruise

    Kusadasi is a popular cruise port in Türkiye. This charming seaside town is home to ancient ruins, white sand beaches, and beautiful bays. Explore the ruins of Ephesus or spend the day lounging on Long Beach. Adventure seekers can take a boat tour around Pigeon Island or explore some of the nearby caves.

  16. 12 Best Mediterranean Cruise Destinations for 2024-2024

    Read on for the best Mediterranean cruises for 2024. Get Reader's Digest 's Read Up newsletter for more travel, humor, cleaning, tech and fun facts all week long. Rawf8/Getty Images

  17. Best first-time cruises for all types of travelers

    Disney Cruise Line: Best first cruise for families. Castaway Cay cabana. KENT PHILLIPS/DISNEY CRUISE LINE. Disney Cruise Line brings the magic of Disney on board its fleet of ships, which have plenty to offer kids of all ages, along with some nice amenities for grownups.

  18. The 8 Best Mediterranean Cruises Of 2024

    Best Mediterranean Cruise Overall: Princess Cruises, Sun Princess. Best Luxury Mediterranean Cruise: The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, Evrima. Best Mediterranean Cruise For Families: Disney ...

  19. Best itinerary for first-timers

    We are having a hard time choosing an itinerary that would be best for first-timers. ... Of course, these cruises are all Mediterranean cruises and there is much more to Europe. But I assume Med is the area you've pinpointed for your trip. Hard to say you've seen "Europe in 14 days or even 18 (if you add on some extra time as suggested).

  20. 3 Best Cruise for First-Timers: A Complete Guide

    This comprehensive guide will help you choose the best cruise for first-timers. Start planning your dream getaway now! ... Mexico, Florida, Northern Europe, Rome, Antarctica, the Mediterranean, Hawaii, Tahiti, the South Pacific, the Danube, the Mississippi, Amsterdam, Budapest, and the Hawaiian Islands. Each destination has its unique appeal ...

  21. 7 Best Itineraries for Your First Cruise

    First timers may prefer weeklong cruises to longer sailings. Itinerary highlights: Puerto Rico's Old San Juan; "The Baths" in Virgin Gorda; St. Thomas, where you can stroll through its duty-free ...

  22. 11 Best First Time Cruise Lines for Every Travel Style

    Below is our guide to the 11 best cruise lines for first-time cruisers of all travel styles. 1. Best Cruise Line Overall for First Timers: Royal Caribbean. Brilliance of the Seas TA Listings Page ...

  23. 18 Best Cruise Lines for First Time Cruisers

    So, if you're a first-timer and looking for a cruise vacation and a cruise line that offers premium luxury, consider a celebrity cruise line. 12. MSC Cruises for Experiencing Innovative Italian Culture. Photo by wasi1370 at Pixabay. If you want to experience the Italian culture and atmosphere, consider the MSC cruises.

  24. How to Choose the Best Mediterranean Cruise for Couples

    F or many of us, embarking on a Mediterranean cruise has long remained a coveted dream, etched at the top of our bucket lists, beckoning with promises of azure waters, sun-drenched coastlines, and ...