Rick Steves' Cruising the Mediterranean
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2018 | In this one-hour special, Rick sails from Barcelona to Athens, with stops in the French Riviera, Rome, and more. Our goal: to explore the ins and outs and pros and cons of cruising. We’ll learn how to make the most of the cruise experience, from enjoying time on the ship to exercising independence on shore — savoring iconic sights and romantic island getaways. #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #mediterraneansea
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00:00 Introduction
03:50 Cruising overview
08:55 Make the most of your time
13:40 French Riviera sights
17:47 Back onboard
19:42 Florence excursion
21:07 Budget considerations
22:06 Rome sightseeing
23:38 Cruise ship tour
24:52 Naples private tour
29:13 Onboard entertainment
30:25 Malta sightseeing
33:23 Onboard activities
35:44 Athens excursion
37:49 Cruise ship crew
38:53 Mykonos free time
42:37 Delos ancient ruins
44:53 Onboard cuisine
46:54 Santorini excursions
52:45 Conclusion
Travel Skills: Cruising
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 #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #cruising
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Greek Islands: Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2018 | We'll island-hop through the Aegean, sampling three classic Greek getaways — Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes — and basking in their dramatic beauty. We'll tour ancient ruins, trace the vestiges of the Crusaders, sample rustic cuisine, savor classic Greek-island views, and compare beaches — from the ultimate party beach to idyllic quiet hideaways. And we'll see how a cruise ship can be an efficient way to link up great island stopovers. #ricksteveseurope #greekislands #mykonos
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11 Crucial Tips for Your FIRST Mediterranean Cruise
Planning a Mediterranean cruise this year? Sharing professional tips for Mediterranean first-timers. We're sharing our experience cruising this area and everything you need to know to make your European cruise vacation exceptional.
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0:54 How early should you get to your departure city for a Mediterranean Cruise?
2:10 Where is the best place to book a Mediterranean Cruise?
3:56 How to find the best flights for your Mediterranean Cruise
6:15 Why travel insurance is a MUST for your European Cruise
7:12 How to pick the right Cruise Line for your European Cruise
9:56 What to keep in mind with each port of call on a cruise
11:26 Ways to add more time in ports of call on a Mediterranean Cruise
13:01 How to choose the best shore excursion for you (and what to watch out for)
15:57 Things to consider when going ashore in the Mediterranean (Specifically for disabled travelers and those with mobility issues)
17:38 What language is spoken on a Mediterranean cruise?
19:24 How much cash should you carry on your Mediterranean cruise (and can you use credit cards)?
20:56 Where to eat on a European cruise
23:12 How to find the best flight to Europe (what to look for)
26:25 Planning the first two days in Europe
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What I Did WRONG on my Mediterranean Cruise *what I would do differently*
Going on a Mediterranean Cruise? I made some big cruise mistakes on my Med cruise, & sharing them so you don't make them too! These Mediterranean cruise tips will help you plan and have the best cruise vacation!
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Egypt’s Nile, Alexandria, and Luxor
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2020 | Exploring the Nile Valley from north to south, we see the highlights of Egypt. In the fabled city of Alexandria, we venture through a market wonderland, smoke a shisha, and stroll a Mediterranean promenade. In Luxor, we explore the pharaohs’ tombs and temples before sailing on a timeless felucca. Then we kick back on a riverboat cruise, enjoying iconic views of palm trees, minarets, and rustic villages. Our finale: Ramesses II's magnificent temple at Abu Simbel. #ricksteves #egypt #luxor
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Rick Steves Egypt: Yesterday and Today
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2020 | In this hour-long special, Rick Steves explores the historic and cultural wonders of Egypt. In Cairo, we climb into a pyramid, greet the Sphinx, and marvel at King Tut’s gold. In Alexandria, we wander back lanes and stroll a Mediterranean promenade. In Luxor, we revel in the pharaohs' temples and hidden tombs. And after a timeless cruise on the Nile, we finish at the temple ruins of Abu Simbel. Check your local public television station for this Rick Steves’ Europe one-hour special or watch it at #ricksteves #egypt #rickstevesegypt
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02:20 Cairo
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08:01 Ancient Egyptian art
14:05 Markets
17:56 Social clubs
19:04 Family dinner
21:29 Pyramids at Giza
24:10 Great Sphinx of Giza
24:42 Alexandria
34:34 Luxor
36:29 Luxor Temple
38:09 Temples of Karnak
41:15 Nile River
43:34 Valley of the Kings
48:09 Nile River cruise
51:33 Aswan
52:35 Temple of Abu Simbel
10 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Going on a Mediterranean Cruise
We had an amazing Mediterranean cruise - but as prepared as we were, there were still some things I didn't know! If you're planning a European cruise, this video is for you!
We recently went on a Mediterranean cruise, and yes, I made some cruise mistakes! In this video I share our cruise experiences in cruise ports of call, on excursions, cruise packing mistakes & more. I've included Mediterranean cruise tips so that you can be ready & prepared for your cruise in Europe.
Our cruise onboard Princess Cruises Enchanted Princess began in Barcelona & ended in Rome. Whether you're a first time cruiser or this is your first Mediterranean cruise, this video is full of helpful cruise tips, tricks & advice.
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The Must-See And Must Avoid Mediterranean Ports.
I was helping my friend Winnie plan her first Mediterranean cruise. She said she wanted a cruise that went to the best ports and avoided the worst. It was an impossible task so I sent her to these
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Top 11 Mediterranean Cruise Tips
Discover the 11 secrets and tips on having an incredible Mediterranean Cruise. Drawing on my experiences from cruising the Mediterranean, these are the 11 essential and important things you need to know before you book and go. I explore topics like best time to go, main itineraries, best ports to sail in and out of, cruises lines and ships to consider, excursions, currency and getting the most of your time in the Mediterranean region. It is a gorgeous and interesting part of the world and the second biggest cruising destination in the world (after the Caribbean).
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People Still Fall For These 5 Mediterranean Cruise Traps!
I explore the 6 Mediterranean cruise traps and blunders that cruise passengers fall into when thinking of cruising in the Mediterranean. Inspired by when a friend of mine wanted to cruise the Mediterranean for the first time and I saw all the mistakes she was about to make.
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Milan and Lake Como
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2006 | No trip to Italy is complete without Milan and Lake Como. In Milan we'll take a peek at Italy's highest fashion, fanciest delis, grandest cemetery, and greatest opera house...not to mention Leonardo's Last Supper. Then we'll cruise along Lake Como, settling down in the lakeside village of Varenna...classic honeymoon country, where Italy meets the Alps. #ricksteveseurope #milan #lakecomo
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00:00 Introduction
01:33 Milan
04:08 Cathedral
06:53 Main square
08:17 Sforza Castle
09:03 Monumental Cemetery
09:59 Shopping zones
12:18 Leonardo da Vinci
16:08 Transportation
16:41 La Scala Opera House
18:02 Risorgimento Museum
20:04 Lakes District
20:35 Lake Como
21:17 Bellagio
22:00 Varenna
We sailed our first Mediterranean Cruise 2023 | Our Honest Full Review | The Good, Bad and Ugly
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In our JJ Cruise News today, just like the World’s Largest Cruise Ship Wonder of the Seas Cruise did in 2022, we sailed on our First Mediterranean Cruise and share our review of our Mediterranean Cruise 2022! We share our First Impressions of our Mediterranean Cruise onboard the New Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Beyond Cruise Ship 2022! We tell you the Good, the Bad, and the UGLY of our first Mediterranean Cruise Review 2022!
In the cruise news latest, join us as we chat through this cruise news today. The latest cruise news we are bringing is all about our first Mediterranean Cruise Full Review including New Things we have experienced on the New Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Beyond Cruise Ship 2022. This latest cruise news proves Mediterranean cruises 2022 are full of interesting experiences that are unique to Mediterranean cruises first impressions review include people onboard, demographics as well as age range, family cruisers, overall vibe onboard, views, food and dining experiences as well as excursion comparisons, new activities as well as favorite cruise activities, Mediterranean food, WiFi connection onboard, pool deck and outdoor activities, weather, currency exchanges, and so much more! On Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Cruises’ new cruise ship class for Mediterranean, there are so many things to do! Those things include Theatre, Specialty Restaurants, Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Beyond Cruise Ship architecture, Martini Bar, solarium, Casino, and Hot Tubs. Other venues onboard the New Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Beyond Cruise Ship and that are on the Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Edge Cruise Cruise Ship 2022 include Eden, Magic Carpet, and favorites such as Oceanview Buffet, Raw on 5, Luminae, Blu Restaurant, Mast Grill, and Sunset Bar! Will this Mediterranean Cruise Ship Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Beyond Cruise Ship 2022 make cruise news headlines? What are your first impressions of Mediterranean Cruises 2022? This is the latest cruise news allowing cruising to restart in the US! We are talking about what this cruise ship news means for the major North American cruise lines, Royal Caribbean International, Norwegian Cruise Line, Carnival Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Virgin Voyages, and Disney Cruise Line and how it ties into the US Cruise Restart.
We had the incredible opportunity to climb aboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Line's Adventure of the Seas FIRST sailing out of Nassau, Bahamas on June 12th, 2021. We were also onboard the FIRST sailing out of the US on Celebrity Edge on June 26th, 2021. Celebrity Cruise Lines was the first major North American cruise line that sailed from a North American port since March 2020. We were also on the first Carnival cruise out of Florida on July 4th Carnival Horizon sailing. We were on the Inaugural Season Carnival Mardi Gras cruise ship maiden voyage sailing on July 31st! We were on one of the first Disney Cruise Line ships sailing out of the US on Disney Dream on August 20th, 2021! We were on one of the first Alaska sailings in 2021 on Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas on August 27th, 2021! We are thrilled to be on these ships to bring you the latest cruise news and information about the future of the cruise industry in 2022.
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WATCH THIS BEFORE GOING ON A MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE | 10 things to know before your cruise!
In this video I cover 10 things that you should know before going on a cruise in the mediterranean! The cruise that I went on in this videos was with Celebrity Cruies onboard the Celebrity Reflection through Italy, Turkey, and Greece for 12 days.
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Egypt: Cruising the Nile - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite
Watch the full episode: Taking a multi-day Nile cruise gives you a firsthand look at some of the famous river's most scenic stretches, with timeless slices of natural beauty and seemingly ancient scenes interrupted only by other boats. Travelers have few options other than to sit back, relax, and live at the pace of the Nile. #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #egypt
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Western Turkey
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2014 | From the port of Kuşadası, we wander the streets of ancient Ephesus, soak in a natural spa at Pamukkale, learn why the dervishes whirl at Konya, munch lunch in a Turkish pizzeria, and cruise the Mediterranean on a traditional Turkish gulet from Antalya. Turkey is a mighty nation whose ancient heritage, Muslim faith, and western ways are coming together...and we’ll see how. #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #turkey
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01:52 Kuşadası
03:48 Ephesus
08:15 Kuşadası evening
08:47 Dinner
10:18 History
11:56 Hierapolis
13:06 Pamukkale
15:18 Turkish pizza
16:16 Konya
18:33 Mevlana's philosophy
19:43 Dervish
22:26 Gulet cruise
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In this one-hour special, Rick sails from Barcelona to Athens, with stops in the French Riviera, Rome, and more. Our goal: to explore the ins and outs and pros and cons of cruising. We’ll learn how to make the most of the cruise experience, from enjoying time on the ship to exercising independence on shore — savoring iconic sights and romantic island getaways.
Rick Steves' Cruising the Mediterranean (promo)
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In this one-hour special, Rick sails from Barcelona to Athens, with stops in the French Riviera, Rome, and more. Our goal: to explore the ins and outs and pros and cons of cruising. We’ll learn how to make the most of the cruise experience, from enjoying time on the ship to exercising independence on shore — savoring iconic sights and romantic island getaways.
A Mediterranean Cruise along the Turkish Riviera
We work a lazy day into most of our tour itineraries. On the Turkey tour, our vacation from our vacation is a day spent lazily sailing the Turkish Riviera. Midway through our busy itinerary, we dedicate a day to just lounging on a beautiful wooden boat called a gulet — swimming, sunning, eating, drinking, and playing backgammon with dramatic views of the coastline.
Cruising Travel Skills: Santorini, Greece - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite
Watch the full episode: Santorini is an island you could explore for days, but with even a short visit, you sail away so glad you came. Whether you took the cruise excursion, or hopped a donkey, or just had lunch in the port, you'll take home unforgettable memories. More information about travel to Santorini: #ricksteveseurope #greekislands #santorini
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Rick Steves, America's most respected authority on European travel, writes European travel guidebooks, and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.