Lisbon: Monument to the Discoveries

The Monument to the Discoveries was originally built as a temporary structure for the 1940 Portuguese World Exhibition. It was destroyed in 1943.

The permanent structure we see today was…

Lisbon: Belem Tower

Belem Tower was built over 500 years ago by King Manuel I. It’s purpose was to serve as a gateway to the city of Lisbon, but also to defend…

Venezia Transatlantic: Gibraltar

Good morning from Gibraltar! We have an early port day today. Back on board is at 3pm. My excursion meets at 7:45am so I’m going to have to grab…

Gibraltar: Cable Car & Great Siege Tunnels

I booked this tour through Carnival for $129. I had a good amount of onboard credit and I used some of it for this tour. The WWII Tunnel tour…

Venezia Transatlantic: Malaga

Good morning from Malaga, Spain! Today is the longest port day of the cruise. We’re supposed to be able to get off of the ship at 8:15. Back on…