Hello again! I haven’t spoken to many of you in a long time and I hope this finds you all happy and well. I launched a travel company and it’s been a fun way to stay connected.
Let’s get ready for your trip! I designed this page to help ensure that every traveler’s details, preferences, and optional add-ons are captured clearly so the entire group experience comes together smoothly.
While you’ll be traveling as part of a group, each traveler’s arrangements are handled individually and thoughtfully. My role is to help manage the logistics, coordinate the moving parts, and make this experience as smooth and stress-free as possible for everyone involved.
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Tom’s 50th!!
The Cruise?8 Nights on board the odyssey of the seas with roayl caribbean!
Travel dates, April 15th- April 24th. I’ll arrange for flights on the 15th, an overnight in Barcelona the evening of the 15th, and you’ll set sail on the 16th. I will be updating this page to include optional add ons shortly.
Your trip includes travel to:
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Barcelona, Spain
You’ll stay one night in a hotel before departing on the ship! You’ll check in on April 15th and out on April 16th
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Palma de Mallorca, Spain
This gorgeous little island is home to wonderful wine, seafood, beautiful clear water beaches, and ancient villages clinging to seaside mountains. I spend a week on the island and can make recommendations if you’re interested.
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Nice (VILLEFRANCHE), France
You’ll have two beautiful options while docked here! You’ll be a short distance from the mountaintop town of Èze, with its views of the French Riviera, and from Nice’s Vieille Ville (Old City). Both are great options when deciding how to spend your day.
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FLORENCE / PISA (LA SPEZIA), ITALY
You’ll have the choice to visit Pisa but I found Florence to be one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. If Pisa is a bucket list item, visit! If not, I highly recommend staying in Florence for the day. I know of an AMAZING steak restaurant near the Duomo.
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Sicily (Messina), Italy
Messina is a coastal gem in northern Sicily and a wonderful place to explore at an easy pace. Wandering the city’s streets to see the history reflected in its architecture, from the long-standing Messina Cathedral to the mix of styles found throughout town. It’s a great stop for soaking in Sicily’s character.
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Naples/Capri, Italy
The third-largest Italian city and one of the oldest in Europe, Naples combines deep history and modern verve. Check out the extravagant Royal Palace of Naples, the former home of the royal family, or simply people-watch from a streetside cafe in the Sanita district with a glass of wine and slice of classic margherita pizza. It’s gorgeous and I recommend anything lemon! They’re grown along the Amalfi Coast and are so, so, good.
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Rome, Italy
Rome is a city best enjoyed at an unhurried pace. It’s a beautiful city with endless things to see and do…and it’s home to probably the best sandwich I’ve ever eaten from one of the oldest shops in Italy.
While your cruise may be ending here, your trip doesn’t have to. I’d be happy to help arrange a hotel and extend your stay so you can enjoy Rome a bit longer or rest before your return flight home.
Tom has taken some time to select a few shore excursions he’s especially excited about and would love to share the experience with you. If any of these appeal to you as well, you’re welcome to join him by adding them to your cruise plans.
Below, you’ll find the preselected excursion options. You can add them to your trip through your Royal Caribbean profile. If you’re having trouble with this please feel free to reach out and I will help. The per person pricing I have provided may differ from the prices you see when you log into your Royal Caribbean account because each person’s loyalty membership level may provide a different discount.
*The excursion in Monte Carlo is selling fast so the sooner you book the better!
SHORE EXcursions!
Experience the best of Palma de Mallorca, the capital of the Balearic Islands in Spain, with a comfortable, scenic city drive and outside visits to the city's major attractions, including Bellver Castle and the Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma.
In a small group, discover Sicily's fascinating ancient history in the promontory resort town of Taormina, and enjoy views of Mount Etna on a guided walking tour. Your guide leads you through ancient squares in the mountainside village, passing 15th century Palazzo Corvaia. Have the chance to explore the Public Garden, once a privately-owned oasis but part of the city since 1922. Then explore at your own pace for 45 minutes, shopping along Corso Umberto's promenade or tasting authentic Sicilian cuisine in a village cafe.
Take in essential sights of the glamorous Principality of Monaco. Following a scenic drive through the French Riviera, stroll through Monaco's old town "Le Rocher" (the Rock) and discover landmarks such as the Prince's Palace. Along a section of the Grand Prix Motor Race route, head to the modern, cosmopolitan district of Monte Carlo, where you will visit the elegant Grand Casino and enjoy approximately 30 minutes to explore.
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