Tag Archives: Cruise port

Ports of Call Hawaiʻi, The Big Island

Hawaiʻi [The Big Island], Hawaii – It is the largest island in the Hawaiian chain and the youngest geologically. There are five volcanoes on the Big Island that include Kohala, Mauna Kea, Hualalai, Mauna Loa, and Kilauea. Three are considered active (Mauna Loa, Hualalai, and Kilauea) and the rest are considered dormant (Mauna Kea) orContinue reading “Ports of Call Hawaiʻi, The Big Island”

Port of Call Montevideo, Uruguay

A Day in the Port of Montevideo Tucked in between Brazil and Argentina along the South American coast is the county of Uruguay. Its capital and major port is the city of Montevideo where over half of the countries population of three million live. A frequent port on many South American cruise itineraries the cityContinue reading “Port of Call Montevideo, Uruguay”

The Port of San Diego

Port of Call San Diego in Southern California What’s not to like with a near perfect year-round temperature, 70 miles of coastline and beaches, a major U.S. Naval Base, an interesting historic area and world famous Balboa Park that features 17 museums, numerous galleries and performing arts venues including the incredible San Diego Zoo. ItContinue reading “The Port of San Diego”

Two Museums In Piraeus Greece

A Liberty Ship Museum Near Athens Greece I admit I have a special fondness for these WWII antiques having spent over two years at sea on one. So I was really surprised and pleased to find one set up as a museum in Piraeus harbor. During World War II American shipyards launched almost three thousandContinue reading “Two Museums In Piraeus Greece”

Athens Metro • Piraeus To The Acropolis

Visiting the Acropolis from the port of Piraeus Greece The View From The Filopappou Hill An easy trip from the port of Piraeus into Athens for a visit to the Acropolis is inexpensive and takes about forty minutes each way. The main Piraeus Metro station is located at the back of the port itself andContinue reading “Athens Metro • Piraeus To The Acropolis”

The Port Of Call Malta

Malta sits in the middle of the crossroads of the Mediterranean being mid-way between Sicily and North Africa. It has played host to numerous civilizations which gives this island a unique culture. It is a blend of Arab, Byzantine and European cultures even with its own unique language. The island is blessed with the oneContinue reading “The Port Of Call Malta”