内容摘要：“He kept reaching for my engagement ring and the children's hands, squeezing tightly as if to say ‘goodbye.’ He placed my hand on his heart, as if to say, ‘Thank you.’ Though no one had said it yet, I could see that Glenn was dying,” said Ali.

“He kept reaching for my engagement ring and the children's hands, squeezing tightly as if to say ‘goodbye.’ He placed my hand on his heart, as if to say, ‘Thank you.’ Though no one had said it yet, I could see that Glenn was dying,” said Ali.

, Giverny, Reims, and the Loire Valley.It is full of iconic sights, incredible food, and vibrant energy that first-timers will love.

Rome can feel busy, but it’s an unforgettable place to begin a European trip.The historic center is very walkable, and many major attractions like the, and Piazza Navona are all within reach on foot.

The metro system is limited compared to other European capital cities, and taxis can be unpredictable, but given how walkable the town is, it’s best to explore on foot as much as possible. You can also use local buses when needed.Locals are expressive and warm, and the city is very used to tourists. In central areas, you'll often find that people in restaurants and shops speak some English. Rome offers a mix of ancient ruins, beautiful churches, lively piazzas, and food markets. You could spend an entire day just wandering around and still feel like you’ve had a full experience.

One more first-timer-friendly aspect of Rome is that there are hotels, B&Bs, and apartments that work with almost any budget. Rome also makes a great base for day trips to places like Tivoli, Orvieto, Naples, or even Florence via the high-speed train.

Use a Rome Pass or skip-the-line tickets to avoid long queues at major sites.Following a troubling rise in instances of passengers brawling and breaking vital cruise rules, Carnival Cruise Line is taking a more proactive approach to ensuring a fun and safe cruise experience for all on board.

The cruise line expects to sail nearly two million passengers this summer, and its ships’ officers want to make sure everyone on board both stays safe and feels welcome.To do that, Carnival is implementing a fleetwide crackdown on rule breakers, and anyone who exhibits disruptive or unsafe behavior on its ships.

As of June 1, passengers boarding Carnival cruise ships are receiving a new letter in their staterooms on embarkation day to remind them of some crucial “Have Fun. Be Safe” guidelines from the cruise line’s code of conduct.The letter serves not only as a reminder, but also as a warning that violating cruise line conduct policies will get you fined, disembarked from the ship, and banned from sailing in the future.