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We will be only two people, ending our cruise early in the morning, and with a few hours before we must get to the airport. Because we will have luggage, we'd like to get a taxi and stow the bags in the trunk. We want to take in a few sights, have a nice lunch and do a little souvenir shopping, then go to the airport.

Do we need to arrange this in advance, and if so, recommendations?

Smokers, nobody has mentioned this. Bring a small portable ashtray if you want to smoke on your balcony. There is nothing provided for butts and ashes and it's not nice to leave a mess for the steward to clean up.

(Militant non-smokers: please just don't reply...we've heard it all before.)

If you see something unique and beautiful (an artwork, a piece of jewellery) in a port, buy it. You won't ever get the chance again and you'll always remember that you bypassed it.

If you are having a great time with new people in a bar or over a meal, buy a round or a bottle of wine. Good times are worth it.

Tip the people who work hard to make your journey enjoyable. They deserve it.

If you're a northerner, go for a balcony, even in December. You will not have to wear your parka and mittens to enjoy the outdoors.