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Travel Skills: Cruising

Rick Steves' Europe
Rick Steves' Europe
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👁️ 249K views📅 7 years ago⏱️ 25:34
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MediterraneanFrom BarcelonaVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

along with the efficiencies of cruising will show the downsides the inevitable congestion and commercialization that comes with mass tourism

cruising can be economical with your transportation room and meals all included in one price

a cruise can be what you make of it a prepackaged travel crochet or a springboard for the independent spirit

Creator's Tips & Advice

Move in thoroughly and establish shipshape standards on the first day
Get an early start to beat crowds and heat at ports
Use guidebooks or apps for independent touring
Mix up activities and be creative to get the most out of vacation time

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Packing and room organizationUse all available storage space and move in fully on the first day
Crowds and congestionGet out early and come back late to enjoy fewer crowds

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the pros and cons of cruising?
QHow can you make the most of limited time on shore?
QWhat are the alternatives to cruise line excursions?

Topics Covered

Crowd Capacity1 Happy BaconService Crew2½ Happy BaconShip Condition1½ Happy BaconPool Deck2 Happy BaconEmbarkation1 Sad BaconExcursions½ Sad BaconValue Pricing1 Happy BaconDining Main1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Athens (Piraeus)2 Happy Bacon
Top: Cruise line excursion to Athens
Barcelona2 Happy Bacon
Florence1½ Happy Bacon
Top: Cruise line tour to Florence
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YouTube Video Description

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2018 | Setting sail on the Mediterranean, we'll explore the ins and outs and pros and cons of cruising. We'll learn how to get the most out of a cruise and exercise our independence to make smart use of limited time on shore by planning well, avoiding lines, and eating quick-but-local meals on the go. Along with the joys and efficiencies of cruising, we'll consider the downsides, including the inevitable congestion and commercialism that comes with mass tourism. Check your local public television station for this Rick Steves’ Europe episode or watch it on https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/tv-show #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #cruising Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more information about this destination and other destinations in Europe. Check out more Rick Steves’ Europe travel resources: • “Rick Steves’ Europe” public television series: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/tv-show • “Travel with Rick Steves” public radio program: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/audio/radio • European Tours: https://www.ricksteves.com/tours • Guidebooks: https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/guidebooks • Travel Gear: https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/ • Travel Classes: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/travel-talks • Rick Steves Audio Europe App: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/audio/audio-europe Rick Steves, America's most respected authority on European travel, writes European travel guidebooks, and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.