Pick your port AS COUPLE of readers have asked me what .teurs are worthwhile purchasing in various jorts: around the editerranean. Of course each cruise line has a different itinerary but in each port the shore excur- sions are much the same. -I haven’t managed to hit all the ports but here is a list of some of ‘them and.a rundown on the features of-the tours. Many are a downright waste of money as you can do the same thing on your own by city bus or taxi faster and for less money. It’s always wise to share cabs among four people whenever you can and ar- range to check in with so- meone who is staying aboard to indicate your return. Tourists who venture away from a ship on their own, risk running into trouble and missing sailing time. On most cruises it is your own responsibility to return pro- mptly-and no. check is made by the crew. LISBON: I know — it’s not a Med. port but it’s often in- cluded on a Western Med. cruise. The tour is good value and so are tours ar- ranged privately with one of the limo drivers at the dock. Lisbon. in mid-summer swelters so be sure whatever ‘form of transportation you choose is air conditioned. Good shopping and the tours don’t always allow you enough time to get what you want. — TANGIER: From a safety standpoint, you're better off on a tour. If you are on your own, you can be mobbed on the streets and while you're being bumped and jostled, someone nips off with your wallet, purse and watch. On tours, don't lag behind. Crooks watch for tour dropouts. If you're afraid of ‘snakes, keep out of the way — Careers in Travel We can open the door to the exciting world of trave! lor YOU! 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Kid- flapping is not rare. RABAT: One of the op- tional tours from Tangier. Good value as it’s the only way to see the city. Don’t miss it. CASABLANCA: Take the tour for the same reason you took the one in Tangier. BARCELONA: Best way is by private limo rather than . by tour bus as it's just. as, cheap but much faster and . you'll have time to stop at a~ tapas bar for a snack and a giass of fine wine. MALAGA: If you want to see the Costa del. Sol — Tor-_ : remolinos, Marbella, etc., buy the tour. It’s: too: expen- sive to go by cab. Otherwise just wander around Malaga on your own. One optional tour is to a bullfight and [ve seen some mighty green- looking passengers return after that one, The bull ring is shaded on one side only and the combination of heat and gore is formidable. - This year’s travel bargain. First class quality without first class prices. Always a bargain, but the Portuguese currency has again been devalued - you cannot afford to stay at home! 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