We had a trip planned on Oceania a year or so ago but had to cancel. This line was highly recommended by our cruise travel agent (prior cruise directors on Royal Carribbean) and we were so disappointed we couldn't make the trip. I think the cruise line shuttles you in to the main part of the port cities so you have a starting off point. DO see SaGrada Familia in Barcelona. It was so so beautiful. DO be very careful in Barcelona about your wallet. While it is a beautiful, clean modern city, it is full of pick-pocket people or people who ask for directions, etc. so they can distract you while trying to pick your pocket, or their child does. My husband had his wallet stolen and we spent 2 hours in the police dept filing a report, to no avail. This is not to scare you but just a heads up. It is in the most crowded areas that it happens. We walked from the main part of Barcelona back to our ship and safety was not an issue at all. Do your research for excursions. We have always been one to take the ship's excursions but I'm sure you can do better with the prices on your own. I'm envious of your trip and please post how it went when you get back. Loved the Gelato place across from the Vatican in Rome!
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