Pre-Cruise: We arraigned our own pre-cruise in Munich as we have stayed there many times, but never for the Christmas Markets. It was a wonderful market spreading out many directions from the Marienplatz. The variety of goods was very nice and there was an abundance of places to eat or drink the Gluhwein. (try it with rum added) On the morning of the cruise, we took the train from Munich to Nuremburg. Once in Nuremburg , we took a taxi to the boat (about a 15-20 minute drive (20 Euros) from town) and boarded at about 11:AM.

Check-in: Quick and painless. As we exited the taxi at the ship, crewmen were right there to take our bags to the ship. Walking up the short gangplank takes you straight to the check-in desk. A minute later, one of the cabin attendants (all lined up smartly on the steps) took our bags to our room.

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