re: Best Cruise Lines

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What was your experience sailing out of Civatavecchia? Any issues to be aware of?

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Took the train down from Rome, then walked to the ship. Little bit of a walk with luggage, might be better to hire a car or van from Rome, or take a shuttle from the train. Embarking was quick and easy, as it usually is with Royal.

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Also, what were your port calls and general idea about each? Any must-do's or must-avoid's?

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The ports we did are not the ones you'll be hitting on the Symphony. Ours was an Adriatic Sea, Italy, Greece, Croatia cruise. I see Florence is on your itinerary. Go see the David, it's absolutely breathtaking. Eat some gelato.

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Our trip is 4 months away and we're still planning at activities at each port. We will also be staying in Rome for 3 days before the cruise.

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We stayed in Rome for three days before our cruise. Took the train to Florence one of those days. Did a lot of Rome sightseeing. Unfortunately, the Trevi Fountain was being renovated at the time.