Just off the Brilliance of the Seas, 12 Night Mediterranean Greek Isles cruise. It started in Barcelona, went to Cannes, Pisa/Florence, Rome, Athens, Crete, Santorini, Malta, and then back to Spain. There were 4 cruising days total split into two sets of 2 days back-to-back.

Overall, was a great trip, loved every minute of it. The ports are fantastic! This was my first time to Europe and I would def recommend this cruise as a great way to get a taste of each port, which helped us to create a list of places we would like to see more of in the future. We enjoyed being on one of the smaller ships, although we have not been on a ship larger then the Explorer.

Getting on the ship was easy, 3pm = zero line. Walked onto the ship directly without any waiting or issues. Apparently most people got on the ship earlier in the day, but we spent the morning getting Breakfast and visiting Park Guelle (Gaudi Park). We then took the subway system to Drassanes Station, and then walked toward the nearest port, where there was a bus for 3 Euro directly to where the Cruise ships were docked - That was money well spent as it was very hot out and it's a long walk over a bridge otherwise! Read more