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Genoa

Our Mediterranean Cruise Port Days

Our Mediterranean Cruise Port Days

Where We Explored (and Rested!) Cruising through the Mediterranean on MSC World Europa allowed us to experience historic cities, coastal charm, and laid-back sea days. We boarded in Barcelona and...

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A Laid-Back Day in Genoa

A Laid-Back Day in Genoa

Cruising into Genoa on the MSC World Europa, we didn’t quite know what to expect. The city isn’t as instantly recognisable as Rome, Florence or Venice,  but it turned out to be the most surprisingly enjoyable stop. With colourful buildings climbing up the hills, an easy port location, and the option to explore at your own pace, Genoa gave us exactly what we needed that day: history, beauty, and no pressure to rush, even in the rain.

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Packing for a Winter Mediterranean Trip: What’s in Our Bags?

Packing for a Winter Mediterranean Trip: What’s in Our Bags?

Packing light has been an interesting adventure, but we are determined to make it work for us. Packing for a Winter Mediterranean Trip is no different; in this article, we share what we packed for a two-week trip to Barcelona, including a 7-night Med cruise in February. Our last attempt at packing for winter saw us go up a bag size; let’s see What’s in Our Bags for this trip. Check out this blog for our European winter packing list and lessons learned.

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