We disembark Emerald Kaia in Piraeus and fly from Athens back to DFW.

A relaxing day at sea is out final day aboard Emerald Kaia.

The weather keeps us from exploring Istanbul today, so we enjoy the ship.

We spend today exploring the ancient city of Troy.

We embark Emerald Kaia in Kusadasi, Turkey.

We spend two nights pre-cruise in Izmir, Turkey at the Park Inn by Raddison.

We fly from DFW to Istanbul, then on to Izmir, Turkey, our first ever flight on Turkish Airlines.