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Welcome to the 8 Hour Guides!

I often get asked by passengers, just as they are about to step off the ship in a new city, “what should I do here?”  8 hours is a frustrating amount of time if you don’t have a plan, so here are plans for major cruise destinations.  This is a developing project, so please use the links above to send in your suggestions about destinations you need an 8 Hour Guide to.  And enjoy!

8 Hour GuidesNorthern EuropeTravel8-Hours in Bruges, Belgium: The Perfect Itinerary
October 23, 2024

8-Hours in Bruges, Belgium: The Perfect Itinerary

A day spent in the enchanting medieval city of Bruges is a rare treat! For a small city, Bruges offers a great deal: picturesque canals, soaring Gothic architecture, rich history,…
8 Hour GuidesEuropeTravelTravel Articles8 Hours in Bergen: A Guide to Norway’s Second City
October 7, 2024

8 Hours in Bergen: A Guide to Norway’s Second City

Located in the heart of the fjords, Norway's second largest city, Bergen has so much to offer — it’s no wonder it has become one of the most popular places…
8 Hour GuidesEuropeLatviaNorthern EuropeTravel8 Hours in Captivating Riga, The Capital of Latvia
September 4, 2024

8 Hours in Captivating Riga, The Capital of Latvia

Riga's manageable size makes it ideal for a cruise visitor who has about 8 hours in which to enjoy the charms of the medieval Old Town and the elegance of…