| This week: Have a terrific trip on a truncated timeline | | | I just got back from an 11-day Mediterranean cruise with my mom (watch this space for more on that trip). Our ship embarked from Civitavecchia, the port from which cruises depart near Rome. I decided to take a day to myself before my mom arrived and have a brief Roman Holiday of my own.
It was a good call. I had about 24 hours on the ground, not including sleeping time. I packed in a lot of greatest hits and some excellent food (and a Negroni) on a pretty tight timeline, and I have the step count to prove it.
This extended layover reminded me that even short trips result in lifelong memories (and occasional hilarity). We have some excellent guidance on how to make the most of a brief stay, in places like Delhi, Budapest, Singapore and more. But first you should check out my perfect day in Rome. Ciao for now! | Senior Director of Content | | | | Set some Google Flights alerts! | | | | | Rock an 8-hour layover in London | | | | | Destination Editor James Pham ditched the scorching heat of Ho Chi Minh City for the very cool island of Phu Quoc. Bookmark his beachy itinerary, including tasty food, chic hotels and unexpected pyrotechnics. | | | | | Local writer Natalia Diaz assembled the top culinary hot spots in the Spanish capital, from coffee to cocktails, with traditional tapas and market eats along the way. | | | | | With about three million visitors a year, you'll need some advance work to navigate the madness of the Athens Acropolis without losing your mind. And here you go! | | | | This perfectly imperfect sprawl of a Mediterranean coastal town is one of France’s most iconic, frenetic and delicious destinations. Pack an appetite for bouillabaisse, a sense of adventure, sturdy shoes and your favorite swimming costume. Marseille all day, baby! | Don't miss this week's popular stories | | | | | Share with a fellow travel lover by forwarding to a friend. | | | | Photography by:
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