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BEST ITALY CRUISES
A cruise to Italy is filled with exciting destinations, each with its own style and vibe. Discover Italy onboard the Best Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships.
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GET ROMANTIC IN ROME
Before embarking on the best cruises from Rome, wander through ancient streets once walked by gladiators and renowned artists. Start your dream cruise by indulging in pasta, pizza, and local wines.
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STEP FOOT ON EXOTIC SHORES
Cruise to the warm, crystal-clear waters of the Amalfi Coast, Greece, Spain and France. Relax on the world's most unique beaches, explore ancient historical architecture and indulge in favorite local dishes.
THE DEFINITIVE HISTORY LESSON
Whether you wander through the "Eternal City" of Rome or immerse yourself in the museums and chapels of Florence, history thrives in Italy — and beyond. Excursions to the city-states of San Marino and Vatican City offer excellent additions to your vacation aboard the finest Italy cruises.
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HISTORY
History class wakes up in Italy's famous designs and celebrated craftsmanship displays. From looking vertical at the roof of the Sistine House of prayer in Vatican City, to sifting through the many immortal works that put Florence's Uffizi Exhibition on the map (counting "The Introduction of Venus"), Italy's imaginative legacy is as great in the 10,000 foot view for what it's worth in the better subtleties.
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Permanently reside in eternal cities
Permanently reside in eternal cities With its enormous Colosseum and the ruins of the Roman Forum, Rome is known as Italy's Eternal City. However, the city also has other locations with equally long histories. Visit the Gothic Santa Maria del Fiore church in Florence, which was built on the site of a chapel from the seventh century. You can visit St. Mark's Church in Venice. Visit St. Mark's Basilica to view the stunning Byzantine gold mosaics.
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VISIT A CITY AND A STATE
No trip to Rome is complete without a tour of Vatican City, where the splendor transcends its Catholic identity, regardless of your religious beliefs. Visit the mountainous micro-nation of San Marino from Florence or Venice. It has a citadel built in the 11th century that is hundreds of feet above the ground.
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JOURNEY BY FOOT AND FORK
Take advantage of Italy's varied terrain by hiking through the villages of Cinque Terre or the hills of Tuscany. When you cruise to Italy, you can enjoy a world-class food scene that is ideal for foodies who don't mind a little indulgence.
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TRAVEL ON THE WILD SIDE
Who claims that pizza, churches, and high-end art are all there is Italy? Walk through the rolling hills of Tuscany or take a dip in the crystal-clear waters of Capri, where yachts line the harbor to the horizon. With its pristine coastlines and rolling hills, Italy is a land of natural beauty.
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DARE TO STRAY
You can spice up your time in Italy even if you stick to "mainstream" locations. From Venice, you can travel to the vibrant island of Burano on a vaporetto—a local type of taxi boat—or by train from La Spezia, a port city, to the lush coast of Cinque Terre. These are excellent alternatives to traveling to Florence or Pisa in the east or south.
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TWIRL YOUR FORK
Sophia Loren broadly said that she'd prefer eat pasta and drink wine than be a size zero, which is an extraordinary disposition to have while visiting Italy. You'll need energy to walk around cities, so indulge in Naples's famous pizza or Rome's Trastevere district's award-winning pasta.ve.