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International Departure from New York City (JFK)
Upon arrival in New York JFK airport, collect your luggage in the Baggage Claim area. Proceed to the ticketing counter
to meet the group departing for Barcelona. Enjoy your international flight!
Arrive Barcelona, Spain
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the City for a fabulous two days in the
beautiful city of Barcelona — a city that exudes Culture, Style and Harmony. The balance of the day is free for rest and relaxation.
Barcelona, Spain
Following breakfast, enjoy a city sightseeing tour. The city of Barcelona manages to cater to the demands of the modern
World while ensuring the new blends perfectly with the old. When you walk through the streets of Barcelona you can
feel the culture and history. (B)
* Planned this afternoon for the nursing professionals’ educational program is a visit to a local hospital.
(Details are being finalized)
Depart Barcelona: 6:00 PM
Following breakfast, your day is at leisure until after lunch.
At 1:00 PM you will be transferred to the cruise terminal for embarkation aboard the MSC Divina. (B,L,D)
Cruising
A full day at sea to cruise the waters of the Western Mediterranean on your way to Italy. Enjoy the comfort and luxuries of
the MSC Divina as you discover the joys of relaxing at sea. (B,L,D)
In Port: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Times subject to change)
The Province of Naples is a magical place where colors, flavors, culture and history are intertwined in a charming mix of
knowledge, joy and fun. The area is loomed over by Mt. Vesuvius and overlooks a marvelous bay. From here, one can explore
Pompeii, one of the most famous excavation sites in the world — once a thriving city, it was devastated by the eruption
of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. View the lavish temples and porticoes that lay beneath the ash for centuries. (B,L,D)
In Port: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Times subject to change)
Rome—the Eternal City, is the capital and largest city of Italy and of the Lazio region. It’s the famed city of the ancient Roman
Empire, the Seven Hills, La Dolce Vita (the sweet life), the Vatican City and Three Coins in the Fountain.
Rome is a city where the past and the present converge in perfect harmony. Rome has a valuable architectural, artistic, cultural
and religious heritage which makes it an amazing place to visit. (B,L,D)
In Port: 8:00 AM – June 15 at 2:00 AM (Times subject to change)
The capital of a province of the same name, La Spezia contains one of the world’s most celebrated regions: the Cinque Terre—a cluster
of 5 coastal villages that remain entirely free of cars. Visitors are taken with La Spezia’s natural beauty, and they especially
enjoy the port city’s relative proximity to Pisa, Florence and Genoa. (B,L,D)
In Port: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM (Times subject to change)
Riviera. Well known for the Cannes Film Festival that takes place each May, Cannes is also a very popular tourist destination in Europe.
Cannes offers visitors great weather, many interesting tourist attractions, museums, and some beautiful Mediterranean beaches. (B,L,D)
In Port: 2:00 PM – June 17 at 00:30 AM (Times subject to change)
alma, the economic and cultural hub of Majorca, is a delightful base for exploring the island’s many gold and white beaches.
A former Moorish casbah, or walled city, Palma’s Old Town is an appealing maze of narrow streets that are a delight to explore
on foot. Hop on the Soller Railway for a 17-mile scenic trip, visit 14th-century Bellver Castle and the museum of contemporary
art, and check out the nightlife. (B,L,D)
Arrive in Port: 9:00 AM
Following disembarkation, you are transferred to the airport for your flight to the USA. (B)
For those who have selected the Madrid Post-Cruise Option, you will be transferred tot he Barcelona Train Station
for your hjigh speed journey to Madrid. See below for further details of the Madrid Post Cruise Option.
Welcome to Madrid
Following debarkation, you will be transferrred to the Barcelona Train Station for your high-speed train trip to Madrid onboard
the AVE. Upon arrival in Madrid, enjoy a city tour en-route to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Madrid, the capital and largest city of Spain, has something for everyone! History and culture fans can lose themselves for days
exploring the rich heritage preserved in the city and one of the best art galleries in the world — the palatial Prado Museum.
Gourmets can indulge their passion for fine food and excellent wine; and shoppers will delight in the many shops and markets.
(B)
Day at Leisure
Free time to discover Madrid and all her beauty. There are many sites to see in the city including the fantastic castle built by
the Arabs in the 9th Century whose remains are still on display. There are many beautiful streets filled with ornaments and
decoration and the stunning Palacio Real which was the home to the royal family when they were in the city. Whereas Barcelona is
next to the Mediterranean Sea, Madrid is in the centre of the Castillian plain amid stunning scenery of beautiful mountains forests
and rivers. Enjoy your personal day of discovery! (B)
Depart Madrid for the United States
Following an ealy breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and be transferred by private coach to the airport for your
homeward flight. (B)
