I didn’t feel a thing as we left Palma dockside which is quite strange as I normally feel some movement of the ship and side thrusters but I slept through and only woke when Moni returned from the gym and to see the sunrise. EO Day 972 – October 28th 2016. Barcelona, cruise day 6 […]
MSC Cruise Overnight Stop in Palma
Today we were cruising along until 8.30pm when we started to dock alongside in Palma for our overnight stop! Like I mentioned yesterday I’ve no idea why they have this so late, it’s really only great for the young party goers, or do I see it wrong? What would you do after 9pm in Palma? […]
MSC Cruise Leaves So Little Time in Valletta, Malta
This was the second cruise ship visit that Moni & I have made to the wonderful port of Valletta, and both times we have arrived very early in the morning. The first visit was part of our 21 night cruise on MSC Magnifica from Buenos Aires to Venice in March 2015. EO Day 970 – […]
Visiting Messina in Sicily by MSC Cruise Ship
Today is day 3 of the cruise and we are in Messina, Sicily Southern Italy. Right now we already know that these 7 day/night cruises are never long enough. By the time you’re settled it’s time to think about packing and getting off, but for a tester cruise with the folks it’s ideal especially as we […]
Visiting Naples with MSC Poesia on a 7 Night Mediterranean Cruise
Today we will be visiting the city of Naples with MSC Poesia on our 7 night Mediterranean cruise. This is our first port of call after leaving a cloudy and wet Genoa yesterday evening at 5pm. EO Day 968 – October 24th 2016. Naples, cruise day 2 (1pm to 7pm) The sailing has been great so […]

MSC Poesia Cruise Review – 7 Night Mediterranean Cruise
We have just completed another cruise adventure and this is our MSC Poesia cruise review from the 7 night Mediterranean cruise from Genoa. EO Day 967 – October 23rd 2016. Embarkation Genoa, cruise day 1 (11am – ) The 7 night Mediterranean MSC cruise itinerary As you can see from the itinerary above, […]

Chion-in Temple in Higashiyama area of Kyoto
The main attraction of the Chionin Temple is the Miedo Hall, but don’t get too excited about seeing this as it’s still under renovation. However, do not let this turn you away from visiting Chion-in Temple as it has lots more to offer. “The Chion-in Temple entrance requires climbing lots of steps” When walking towards […]

What’s to See at The Heian-Jingu Shrine in Kyoto
When visiting Kyoto, be sure to take a look at the Heian Shrine also known as Heian-jingu. You can get here by bus #100 from Kyoto station. The first sign that you are getting near will be the unmistakable massive Torii gate that spans the road, and stands just beyond a bridge that is also […]
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The Top 10 Things To See & Do in Yokohama
This is a list of top ten things to see and do in Yokohama when visiting by cruise or for longer. You don’t have to follow the exact way I have mentioned them, but it would be possible. Bear in mind what time of day you arrive in Yokohama and also how long you have […]