Have You sailed during Christmas week in the Med?

[Sthrncrusr]

We will be on the World Europa the week of Christmas. Anyone done a similar sailing or that same one previously? We are doing a guided tour in Rome but the rest we are going to plan out and try to do on our own to make them a little more intriguing for our kids. That said, were businesses still pretty open that week? We are in Valletta (Malta) on Christmas Day. Part of me thinks these towns would rely on 6700 people docking in but am not sure. 
how was the vibe of your ship that week?!

[Stockjock]

3 hours ago, Sthrncrusr said:

We will be on the World Europa the week of Christmas. Anyone done a similar sailing or that same one previously? We are doing a guided tour in Rome but the rest we are going to plan out and try to do on our own to make them a little more intriguing for our kids. That said, were businesses still pretty open that week? We are in Valletta (Malta) on Christmas Day. Part of me thinks these towns would rely on 6700 people docking in but am not sure. 
how was the vibe of your ship that week?!

We've done 2 or 3 NYE cruises, so just after Christmas actually.  Many places seemed to be open, although on the holidays proper (Christmas, New Year's Day) some businesses may be closed.

[Sthrncrusr]

Thanks. Yes, I’ve read your review of our ship!