Travel Talk Tuesday: November 7, 2023 – Tourist Crowd Beating Tips & The Best of Greece

Travel Talk Tuesday: November 7, 2023 – Tourist Crowd Beating Tips & The Best of Greece

PART 1: David laments overcrowded museums and attractions in Europe and shares strategies to beat the crowds and make the most of your sightseeing experience.

PART 2: David talks about his My Best of Greece tour.  Delphi, home of the ancient Oracle and her temples, kicks off the virtual adventure. After crossing the Bay of Corinth, spend several days on the Peloponnese Peninsula, visiting ancient temples, worship sites, historic cities, and theatres. Hopping on a ferry, enjoy a short ride to traffic-free Hydra Island for two days of relaxation.  Then it is off to Athens, where we’ll dedicate the better part of two days to exploring this capital city.  Finally, we’ll fly to Santorini, home of white-washed villages on an ancient volcano caldera.  My Best of Greece & Santorini tour provides the perfect mix of sightseeing, education, and relaxation.

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Budapest and Croatia Tour Information

Budapest and Croatia Tour Information

THE BEST OF BUDAPEST & CROATIA – LAND & SEA

in 13 days

Budapest – 2 nights

Osijek – 1 night

Zagrab – 1 night

Plitvice Lakes – 1 night

7 Night CRUISE –  Overnight Ports of Call:  Split – Trogir – Vis – Hvar – Korčula – Slano – Dubrovnik

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Main Deck Cabin $6878

Standard Cabin Below Deck $6478

Single Supplement = $1416 – $2394

Stradling the Danube River, Budapest is loaded with Hapsburg charm, temping thermal bathes, and a cuisine unlike any other in Europe.  Croatia’s Baranja region is loaded with cultural, tasty cuisine, grandeur churches, and Lippizzaner horses.  Zagreb, Croatia’s capital, is elegant and refined, a Habsburg mix of Vienna and Budapest. The Lakes of Plitvice National Park are an unusual mix of tropical greenery, azure lakes, and cascading waterfalls.  Then join an eight-day cruise along Croatia’s Adriatic coast aboard a luxury yacht that will exceed expectations. Fast and versatile, our ship will take you where the bigger vessels can’t go, from historic towns to secluded beaches. This itinerary, combined with David McGuffin’s expertise, is the perfect island-hopping cruise in Croatia.

David talks about his Cruising Croatia tour on his Travel Talk Tuesday VLog.

David talks about his Budapest & Croatia 6-day Driving tour on his Travel Talk Tuesday VLog.

CRUISING CROATIA in 8 days

7-Night CRUISE –  Overnight Ports of Call:  Split – Trogir – Vis – Hvar – Korčula – Slano – Dubrovnik

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Main Deck Cabin $4389

Standard Cabin Below Deck $3889

Single Supplement = $2390

Croatia is a diverse country stretching from the confluence of the Danube and Drava Rivers near Hurgary to its azure Adriatic shores.  It boasts a rich history and culture that has evolved over millennia.  This eight-day cruise along Croatia’s Adriatic coast features a luxury yacht that will exceed expectations.  Fast and versatile, our ship will take you where the bigger vessels can’t go, from historic towns to secluded beaches.  This itinerary, combined with David McGuffin’s expertise, is the perfect island-hopping cruise in Croatia.

BUDAPEST & CROATIA Driving tour in 6 days

Budapest – 2 nights

Osijek – 1 night

Zagrab – 1 night

Plitvice Lakes – 1 night

Ends in Split, Croatia on day 6 

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$2489 + air

Single Room Supplement = $250

Croatia is a diverse country stretching from the confluence of the Danube and Drava Rivers near Hurgary to its azure Adriatic shores.  It boasts a rich history and culture that has evolved over millennia.  This eight-day cruise along Croatia’s Adriatic coast features a luxury yacht that will exceed expectations.  Fast and versatile, our ship will take you where the bigger vessels can’t go, from historic towns to secluded beaches.  This itinerary, combined with David McGuffin’s expertise, is the perfect island-hopping cruise in Croatia.

Travel Talk Tuesday: October 17, 2023 – The Best of Budapest & Croatia

Travel Talk Tuesday: October 17, 2023 – The Best of Budapest & Croatia

There is a lot more to Croatia than the Adriatic coast and islands. The Plitvice Lakes are a breathtaking series of interconnected terraced lakes and cascading waterfalls. Zagreb, the capital city, is loaded with iconic architecture from the Habsburg dynasty. To the east lies lush green forests, wine vineyards, and villages almost forgotten in time. Moving into Hungary, Budapest offers thermal baths and Europe’s most magnificent cityscape along the Danube River.

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Travel Talk Tuesday: October 10, 2023 – Cruising Croatia’s Adriatic Coast

Travel Talk Tuesday: October 10, 2023 – Cruising Croatia’s Adriatic Coast

The Adriatic Sea has acted as a natural boundary between the Italian and Balkan Peninsula for centuries. It has served as a vital transport and navigation route for many civilizations, including the Romans and Venetians. In this episode, David embarks on a seven-day small-ship cruise to explore the stunning islands and coastline of Croatia.

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Travel Talk Tuesday: September 12, 2023 – Tanzania & Serengeti Safari

Travel Talk Tuesday: September 12, 2023 – Tanzania & Serengeti Safari

David has spent the better part of twenty-two years, planning, arranging, and leading his tours to Europe. Thousands have enjoyed his destinations, travel style, and personal attention to detail.

Earlier this year, David and Charlotte traveled to Tanzania for a Safari in the Serengeti. It was an amazing experience, and tonight, we’d like to share our adventures with you on TTT.

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