Italian Riviera Cruise Vacations

Yesterday we discovered the possibilities of French Riviera Cruise Vacations.  But what about the Italian Riviera?

Italian Riviera

At the top of the 'boot' of Italy just east of the  French Riviera and you'll find the Italian Riviera.  Situated on the shores of the Ligurian Sea, the Italian Riviera is glamorous but in a distinctly old-fashioned way. The rustic and provincial are blended together with the elegant and chic as cosmopolitan cities and small towns come together.

Portofino is one of the most photographed villages on the coast of the Italian Riviera. Many of Europe's wealthy visit this small harbor even though there is little to do there. And unless you are traveling on a larger budget, you may want to stay elsewhere and day-trip to Potofino. Hotels, restaurants, and cafés are very expensive ( a beer here may cost you EUR8!)

Genoa (or Genova in Italian) is a very busy and sprawling city, not what one might expect in this largely old and quaintRiviera. The city does however offer visitors numerous sightseeing adventures from ancient hill top fortresses to magnificent palaces.San Remo, the largest resort in the area is also  considered the capital of the Italian Riviera. It offers visitors world classhotels, and a romantic setting with its exotic gardens. And oh yes, the famous casino!

Visitors to the Italian Riviera can opt to stay in cities, towns and villages including Lerici, Santa Margherita Ligure,Portovenere, Rapallo or the villages that make up Finale Ligure. Or, visitors can stay on their cruise ships and explore the area on day excursions.

For more information regarding Italian Riviera cruises see the link in the 'Bio' section. 

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Still interested in more Riviera Cruise Vacations?  Tune in tomorrow and learn about the Mayan Riviera.