Got into Barcelona about 9:30 Sat. and was able to get on the ship by noon. We had intended to go back into Barcelona and see some sights but crashed and missed it all. Next time we will fly in a day or two before so we can enjoy the port.
Toulon: Sunday in Toulon was very quiet. I don't think they are prepared for cruise ships. Take note that the Ruby did not dock where the port guides all say the ships dock, "a 5 min. walk into town". We had to take a shuttle boat ($15) but it docked right on the main strip and was convenient. We managed to hit the street market and easily walked around town hitting the sights. Ended up in a little bar for a glass of wine to people watch
Florence and Pisa: Florence is 1 1/2 hrs. from port and then an hour back to Pisa so this was not a port we wanted to do on our own. The ship excursions would only take you to Florence OR Pisa so we went with an independent, Driver Guide Service. We saw everything we wanted to see and the driver was very careful to get us back to the ship in time. If you want to go to both cities, this is the only way to go. Note that the Museums are closed on Mondays.