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Cruise Ports

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Cruising often takes us to places we might never have visited otherwise. When we choose our ship and itinerary, there is usually a mix of cruise ports already on our bucket list, cities we know little about, and somewhere we had never thought of visiting before.

An eclectic mix, we have shared about things to do in a number of ports around the world. Many of them are stunning locations, allowing us to share photos, thus taking you there virtually.

To date, we have sailed in Asia (Indonesia), Australasia (American Samoa, Australia, French Polynesia, New Zealand), Europe (France, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Turkey, UK), North America (Alaska, Canada, Caribbean, Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, USA), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay).

Enjoy our articles based on a variety of cruise ports around the world:

Cruise ship ports around the world

21 Picturesque Cruise Ship Ports Around the World

June 28, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  29 Comments

Cruising takes us to exciting and picturesque cruise ship ports around the world. Whether they feature nature’s masterpieces or something manmade in vibrant colours, our favourite cruise destinations are each a photographer’s paradise. What we love about cruising is the variety in destinations, the one time unpack, the culinary delights, and the opportunity to make …

Category: Cruise Ports

Blue Mosque is a must see in Istanbul Turkey

Istanbul Must See: 7 Places to Visit in Istanbul Turkey

May 21, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  24 Comments

Energy levels were high as our ship pulled into the port of Istanbul. Exotic, yet familiar, it’s a city filled with an extensive history, intricate architecture, gastronomic delights, and culture. Our Istanbul must see list whittled down to seven key sites, we were ready. Istanbul is a city that deserves more than one day, but …

Category: Cruise Ports, Southern EuropeTag: Food, Islamic Architecture, Markets

Palm trees line the coast on Tahiti Island in French Polynesia

Cruising to Tahiti: Things to do in a day (besides the beach)

April 9, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  45 Comments

Tahiti instantly conjures up images of an exotic tropical paradise. For us, it was a cruise port that I could hardly wait to reach as we crossed the Pacific. Sailing first from Los Angeles to Tahiti and then home to New Zealand, French Polynesia was to be one of the highlights of our three weeks …

Category: Cruise Ports, Pacific IslandsTag: Islands, Tropics

Tango dancers on Plaza Dorrego in San Telmo - one of the free things to do in Buenos Aires, Argentina

24 Unique Things to Do in Buenos Aires Argentina

March 22, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  48 Comments

Elegant yet energetic, Buenos Aires has it all. The cosmopolitan capital of Argentina offers an eclectic mix of modern and European colonial styles. Filled with Argentine traditions, it’s the unique things to do in Buenos Aires that drew me here. A city pulsing to a tango beat, it has a few surprises. Unique Things to …

Category: Cruise Ports, South AmericaTag: Argentina

Palacio Salvo in Plaza Independencia in Montevideo Uruguay

22 Things to Do in Montevideo Uruguay

March 8, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  39 Comments

Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay is an often-overlooked South American city with a European flair. Uruguay is a liberal nation with a sordid history and progressive laws. Nestled between Brazil and Argentina, it’s a coastal nation with its own personality. We found plenty of interesting things to do in Montevideo and other parts of Uruguay. …

Category: Cruise Ports, South AmericaTag: Uruguay

Leaning buildings in Santos Brazil

Santos Brazil for Coffee, Beaches and Leaning Buildings

March 1, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  38 Comments

As we cruised into the Santos Brazil port, passing South America’s largest dock, we had two choices for our day on shore. We could spend it in São Paulo, Brazil’s largest city, or stay in its seaside resort town of Santos and enjoy some of the world-famous Santos coffee, relax at one of the many …

Category: Cruise Ports, South AmericaTag: Architecture, Beach, Brazil, Coffee

Mandala Suci Wenara Wana Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud Bali, Indonesia

Bali Itinerary: Cruise Port Adventure in Ubud Indonesia

February 1, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  61 Comments

One day in exotic Bali is not enough, but as a cruise port, that was all we had. There are two basic choices for a Bali itinerary. We could head inland to Ubud and see the rice terraces, monkey forest, and markets. Or we could simplify our Bali itinerary to a day at the beach. …

Category: Asia (China, Malaysia, Singapore), Cruise PortsTag: Monkey, Temples, Tropics

Colourful boats in the port of Paraty Brazil

A Guide to Paraty Brazil: From a Day to a Week

January 15, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  47 Comments

Paraty is a popular holiday spot with Brazilians, yet they have somehow kept it a secret from the rest of us. This tropical paradise overlooks Ilha Grande Bay on Brazil’s Atlantic coast. Paraty put a smile on my face from the first moment I stepped ashore. The vibrantly painted boats that line the coast create …

Category: Cruise Ports, South AmericaTag: Beach, Brazil

Poipu Beach on Kauai Hawaii

Kauai Excursions: Highlights of Kauai, Hawaii in a Day

October 23, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  67 Comments

The rain beat down as our ship docked in Kauai, an island that is one of nature’s most exquisite masterpieces regardless of the weather. We were ready to see the highlights. We hadn’t prebooked one of the ships  Kauai excursions, and we were not going to let the weather slow us down. The fourth largest …

Category: Cruise Ports, North AmericaTag: Islands, Tropics, USA

Pola Island in the National Park of

Visiting American Samoa: Home to a Tropical US National Park

October 17, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  59 Comments

American Samoa is a tropical paradise waiting to be discovered. Situated in the southern Pacific Ocean just east of the dateline, it’s a small unincorporated US territory that many people don’t even know exists. For me, it is the lush green hills, warm turquoise waters, and a blend of traditional Samoan culture with modern American …

Category: Cruise Ports, Pacific IslandsTag: Hiking, Islands, Tropics, USA

View from Te Mata Peak in Hawkes Bay New Zealand

24 Unique and Fun Things to Do in Napier New Zealand

June 29, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  63 Comments

Napier is best known as the Art Deco Capital of the world, but this offbeat New Zealand town has a lot more to offer. From Māori and European history to wine tasting or adventure, there are plenty of novel and fun things to do in Napier and the surrounding Hawke’s Bay region. To understand Napier, you need …

Category: Cruise Ports, North Island (excluding Auckland)Tag: Hawkes Bay, New Zealand History

Things to do in mt Maunganui New Zealand

25 Fun Things to Do in Tauranga and Mt Maunganui

May 30, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  67 Comments

Home to New Zealand’s top-rated beach, the world’s most accessible active marine volcano, kiwifruit, glow worms, street art, and more, the region is aptly named the Bay of Plenty. It is filled with exciting and fun things to do in Tauranga (the largest city), Mount Maunganui (coastal beach town), and the surrounding region. It’s a …

Category: Cruise Ports, North Island (excluding Auckland)Tag: Bay of Plenty, Beach

Creek Street in Ketchikan Alaska

Ketchikan Shore Excursions: Our Favorite Things to Do in Ketchikan Alaska

May 11, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  29 Comments

The Ketchikan Alaska cruise port is a stop for nearly every ship sailing the inside passage. Generally the first port for on northbound cruises heading to Anchorage, Ketchikan serves as an introduction to the rugged Alaskan frontier for many visitors. A quick glance at the ship’s Ketchikan shore excursions and it is clear that visitors …

Category: Cruise Ports, North AmericaTag: Alaska

The Ephesus Library, Turkey

Ephesus Library of Celsus: The Best Option from Izmir or Kusadasi

September 29, 2017 //  by Rhonda Albom//  99 Comments

The ruins of Ephesus Turkey are filled with inspiring examples of ancient craftsmanship; however, none compare to the masterpiece that is the Ephesus Library of Celsus. Towering over the ruins, the remaining facade is enough to impress even the most apathetic of travellers. The Greeks constructed portions of the ancient city of Ephesus as early …

Category: Cruise Ports, Southern EuropeTag: Ancient City, Ruins

Ski Jump in Oslo

Oslo in One Day: Ski Jump, Sculptures, Vikings Ships

August 19, 2017 //  by Rhonda Albom//  14 Comments

Attempting to see the highlights of Oslo in one day, we disembarked our cruise ship in the capital of Norway. This is not the optimal way to see this beautiful city. However, for us, it was our only option as it is the final port of our cruise through the majestic Norwegian Fjords before we …

Category: Cruise Ports, Northern EuropeTag: Boats, Norway

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