Valencia, Spain The Valencia Fallas spring festival is celebrated in March and was added to the Unesco Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list in 2016. The Fallas are 800 satirical sculptures up to 40 metres high, which are set on fire all together on the night of San José on 19 March. If they are not visiting in March, travellers can instead learn about the traditional Valencian Fallas costume and its relationship with the Silk Road, as well as the artistic process of creating the Fallas sculptures by visiting the two Fallas museums. They can also participate in a workshop and build a small sculpture that can be taken back to the cruise ship as a souvenir. Malta Passengers looking to spend a perfect day in Malta can start with a sunrise walk through Valletta’s streets, which are rich with history. They can then indulge in a traditional Maltese breakfast at a local cafe before exploring the St. John’s Co-Cathedral, or board a boat to the Blue Lagoon for crystal-clear waters and relaxation. In the afternoon, guests can sample Malta’s seafood in the fishing village of Marsaxlokk, or explore the medieval charm of Mdina, ‘the Silent City of Malta’, before visiting the Hypogeum, an ancient underground temple. Guests can conclude the day by enjoying Maltese cuisine and panoramic views of the Mediterranean at a seaside restaurant in Sliema. 177 Dubrovnik, Croatia To begin an authentic day in Dubrovnik, cruise travellers should stroll through Old Town’s cobbled streets and take in the medieval architecture while sipping a cappuccino. Visitors can then climb the ancient city walls for panoramic views over the Adriatic Sea and sail to Lokrum Island to explore the botanical garden, ruins of the nineteenthcentury Fort Royal Castle and the Dead Sea. Afterwards, they can dive into local culture at the bustling Gundulić Square market where they can savour a seafood feast paired with local wines. Finally, visitors can immerse themselves in history at Rector’s Palace and end the day by taking in long-range vistas during a sunset cable car ride. Photo: Visit Valencia FEATURE
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