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TUI's Adriatic Affair - 24th August 2023

We are happy to announce our participation in this TUI / Marella Cruise, our 5th cruise with them... We'll also stay onboard for a 6th cruise, their 'Sail Three Seas' cruise. Our aim is to document our experiences as each day passes, and provide useful…

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Africa

We have been privileged to undertake a safari to Kenya and Tanzania; a truly memorable 'life event' and a very different experience to drinking Mint Tea in Marrakesh! We'll start with brief introductions to the three countries and expand on each in due course! Nestled…

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Split - Day trip from port

Split 6-Hour Itinerary from Port, August 2023 1. Diocletian's Palace Distance from Port: Approx. 800 meters (0.5 miles). Walking Time: 10-15 minutes from the port. Time Spent: 1.5 hours. 2. Cathedral of Saint Domnius Distance from Diocletian's Palace: Within the palace complex. Walking Time: Immediate.

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Koper - Day trip from port

Koper 6-Hour Itinerary from Port, August 2023 1. Praetorian Palace Distance from Port: Approx. 400 meters (0.25 miles). Walking Time: 5 minutes from the port. Time Spent: 20 minutes. 2. Tito Square Distance from Praetorian Palace: Directly around. Walking Time: Immediate. Time Spent: 20 minutes.

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Trieste - Day trip from port

Trieste 6-Hour Itinerary from Port, August 2023 1. Piazza Unità d'Italia Distance from Port: Approx. 800 meters (0.5 miles). Walking Time: 5-10 minutes from the port. Time Spent: 30 minutes. 2. Roman Theatre Distance from Piazza Unità d'Italia: Approx. 500 meters (0.3 miles). Walking Time:…

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