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🛳️ 7 Day Cruise from Barcelona to Rome PT. 3 | Celebrity Cruise Excursions | Staying in the Retreat

Cooltapes the Explorer
Cooltapes the Explorer
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👁️ 6K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 31:58
What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCruise VlogCasual Creator
❤️ Best for CoupleMediterranean · 7 nightsFrom BarcelonaFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we won a ravel so this is us when we bought the cruise

I enjoyed this I learned a lot of stuff that I probably wouldn't have and I also took a very good nap on this

it was a little bit I don't know I wasn't this is not my favorite Excursion it wasn't my favorite

I didn't get to see David the first time I was in Florence so I was excited to get this option on this Cruise

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book your next cruise while on your current cruise to get the best time to book
Dress appropriately for religious sites, covering shoulders and knees

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing how to book a cruise or get upgradesBook your next cruise while on your current one to enter raffles for upgrades
Overcrowding on excursionsChoose tours with smaller groups or free time to explore independently

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow did the creators get into The Retreat on Celebrity Cruises?
QWhat are the highlights of the Mediterranean cruise excursions?
QWhat is it like to visit Rome in one day on a cruise?

Topics Covered

Excursions2½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4 Happy BaconCabin Suite4½ Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconDining Room Service3½ Happy BaconItinerary Route3½ Happy BaconPort Destination3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Florence4 Happy Bacon
Top: Historical Florence and Academia Museum
Portofino2 Happy Bacon
Top: Portofino Walking Tour
Rome2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
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YouTube Video Description

This is the final video in our Europe series, and we’re ending on a high note with luxury, food, and unforgettable destinations. After winning a cruise raffle, we set sail with Celebrity Cruises, staying in The Retreat—their most exclusive suite experience. Part 1: https://youtu.be/6AqrQxQetTA Part 2: https://youtu.be/AJMAa_rwNVs In Part 3, we cover the second half of our Mediterranean cruise, including scenic excursions, gourmet dining, and a whirlwind 24 hours in Rome to wrap it all up. From St. Tropez and Portofino to Florence and finally Rome, this video is a full travel story—packed with tips, restaurant recs, and luxurious moments you won't want to miss. 📌 Excursions we booked with Celebrity Cruises: • Explore St. Tropez • Portofino, Rapallo & Santa Margherita • Historical Florence & Accademia Museum 🍝 Restaurants featured in this video: • Le Girelier – St. Tropez, France • Caffè Portofino – Rome, Italy • Pizza & Sandwich Da Pasquale – Rome, Italy • Felice a Testaccio – Rome, Italy 🏨 Hotel Stay: • NH Collection Roma Giustiniano – Rome, Italy 🎟️ Need help planning your own cruise or European escape? Let me help! Book with me here: https://www.cooltapesmedia.com/booking ⏰ Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction & Cruise Raffle Win 1:00 – Day 4: Sea Day Fun – Pools, Games & Relaxation 2:00 – The Retreat: Our First Night in Celebrity’s Suite Experience 2:50 – Day 5: Breakfast in Room + San Tropez Excursion 4:00 – Exploring St. Tropez + Lunch at Le Girelier 7:00 – Day 6: Portofino, Rapallo & Santa Margherita 9:00 – Strolling through Portofino + Caffè Stop 12:00 – Lunch in Town + Shopping + Scenic Views 15:00 – Back to the Ship + Dining at Luminae 19:00 – Day 7: Florence Excursion Begins 20:00 – Touring the Galileo Museum & Accademia Museum 22:00 – Seeing Michelangelo’s David in Person 24:00 – Lunch Near the Duomo + Florence Wrap-Up 27:00 – Arriving in Rome + Hotel Tour (NH Collection) 29:00 – Eating Through Rome: Da Pasquale, Caffè Portofino & Felice a Testaccio 31:00 – Final Thoughts, Favorite Moments, & What’s Coming Next #travel #travelvlog #celebritycruises #celebrityedge #rome #cruiseexcursions #sttropez #celebritycruisesretreat #retreat #CelebrityCruises #TheRetreatExperience #CruiseVlog #CooltapesTheExplorer #MediterraneanCruise #LuxuryTravel #StTropez #Portofino #RomeItaly #FlorenceItaly #CruiseExcursions #TravelVlogger #ForaTravel #TravelWithMe