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