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Fort Lauderdale, 40 kms north of Miami, is America's Spring Break capital and a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. It bears the nickname "Venice of America", with more than 300 miles of navigable waterways. Visit the newly redesigned Fort Lauderdale Beach- famed as the "Yachting Capital of the World," with more than 40,000 registered crafts - and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las
Olas Boulevard, visit world-class theaters, museums or venture to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.
Grand Cayman is the largest of the three islands in the Cayman Islands, off the coasts of Cuba. George Town, the capital of the islands is located here. On the west coast of the island, visitors can enjoy the Seven Mile beach, one of the finest beaches in the world.
Puerto Limón or Limón is the capital city of Limón province in Costa Rica. It is an important city for cruise ships traveling through the Panama Canal. Puerto Limón contains two port terminals, Limón and Moín. Two small islands, Uvita Island and Isla de Pájaros, are just offshore.
Manta is a mid-sized city in Manabí Province, Ecuador. It is the second most populous city in the province, the fifth most populous in the country. Manta has existed since Pre-Columbian times. It was a trading post for the Mantas. Its main economic activity is tuna fishing. Other economic activities include tourism and a chemical industry with products from cleaning supplies to oils and margarine.
Manta possesses the largest seaport in Ecuador. The port was used by Charles Marie de La Condamine upon his arrival in Ecuador when leading the French mission to measure the location of the equator in 1735. From Manta, Condamine started his trip inland towards Quito .
Callao is the main seaport of Peru, located west of the Historic Centre of Lima. It is built on and around a peninsula in the district of La Punta. Castillo de Real Felipe, a historical fortress, stands on the promontory overlooking the harbor.
Callao is the main seaport of Peru, located west of the Historic Centre of Lima. It is built on and around a peninsula in the district of La Punta. Castillo de Real Felipe, a historical fortress, stands on the promontory overlooking the harbor.
Callao is the main seaport of Peru, located west of the Historic Centre of Lima. It is built on and around a peninsula in the district of La Punta. Castillo de Real Felipe, a historical fortress, stands on the promontory overlooking the harbor.
Easter Island is an island of Polynesia. It is located in the Pacific Ocean and is a province of Chile. It is considered to be the most isolated island in the world. The island has great archaeological interest due to the presence of buildings and monuments which are assigned to native inhabitants of earlier eras. Among them, stand out the giant stone statues, or moai, which depict ancient gods .The National Park of the island has been designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Easter Island is an island of Polynesia. It is located in the Pacific Ocean and is a province of Chile. It is considered to be the most isolated island in the world. The island has great archaeological interest due to the presence of buildings and monuments which are assigned to native inhabitants of earlier eras. Among them, stand out the giant stone statues, or moai, which depict ancient gods .The National Park of the island has been designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The complex consists of 4 volcanic islands, the Pitcairn (the only inhabited), Oeno, Henderson, and Ducie, which are long distances to each other. It is the most isolated occupation of Britain. Tourism accounts for 80% of the annual income of each Pitcher. Since 2009, the island's government has favored tourism especially through the implementation of the MV Claymore II program, which provides tourists with an opportunity for adventurous holidays on the islands for three or ten days. Already some families have invested in private independent units for rent for tourists. Each year about ten cruise ships arrive on the island for a few hours, boosting the locals economically by buying souvenirs, stamps and local products. For safety reasons, children under the age of 16 need a complete application form to visit the island.
Papeete is the capital of French Polynesia, in the Pacific Ocean. The city is located on the island of Tahiti. It is not the typical tropical paradise but more of an industrial port and a very busy town center with heavy traffic. The French and Polynesian charm is present in small doses.
Papeete is the capital of French Polynesia, in the Pacific Ocean. The city is located on the island of Tahiti. It is not the typical tropical paradise but more of an industrial port and a very busy town center with heavy traffic. The French and Polynesian charm is present in small doses.
Opunohu Bay is a bay on the island of Moorea, Tahiti. It is a narrow, straight, 3 km long bay with a water depth of about 80 meters on the mouth. Moorea is a French Polynesian island and belongs to the Society Islands in the Pacific Ocean. It is only 17 km west of Tahiti. It is a real honeymoon destination.
Raiatea, is the second largest of the Society Islands, after Tahiti, in French Polynesia. The island is regarded as the 'center' of the eastern islands in ancient Polynesia. There is a variety of historical sites to visit on the island and attractions to explore like Faaroa Bay and the botanical gardens.
Rarotonga is the most populous island of the Cook Islands, an archipelago located in Polynesia, in the middle of the South Pacific Ocean, between French Polynesia and Tonga. Rarotonga is a very popular tourist destination with many resorts, a beautiful lagoon encircled by reefs, sandy beaches and impressive, lush green mountains.
Nouméa is situated on a peninsula protected by coral reefs in the south of New Caledonia's main island, Grande Terre. The city’s harbor serves as the chief port for New Caledonia. Noumea holds unique waters and beaches and its expansive waterfront host all kinds of sea activities. Noumea also offers a range of restaurants serving French and Asian cuisine.
Moreton Island is an island on the eastern side of Moreton Bay on the coast of South East Queensland, Australia. The Coral Sea lies on the east coast of the island.Moreton Island lies northeast of the Queensland capital, Brisbane. 95% of the island is contained within a national park and a popular destination for day trippers, four wheel driving, camping, recreational angling and whale watching and just a 75-minute ferry ride from Brisbane. It is the third largest sand island in the world. Together with Fraser Island, Moreton Island forms the largest sand structure in the world. The private Tangalooma Island Resort is also within the locality of Moreton Island. All residential areas are located on the western coast of the island facing Moreton Bay. The island was named by Matthew Flinders. At least five lighthouses have been built on the island. A small number of residents live in four small settlements. Tangalooma was the site of a whaling station. Access to the island is by vehicular barge or passenger ferry services. Moreton Island is a popular destination for camping and fishing.
Airlie Beach is a town in the Whitsunday Region of Queensland, Australia and one of many departure points for the Great Barrier Reef. Airlie Beach is a tourist destination with tropical climate and lifestyle. Its beach is small and the sea is inhabited by jellyfish, from November to May. But the city has a fantastic man made lagoon, landscaped with a bridge and grass to lie on, where visitors can swim and relax.
Cairns is located on the east coast of Cape York Peninsula in the North region of Queensland, Australia. It is a cosmopolitan city and a very popular tourist destination. Cairns is surrounded by rainforest and it is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Yorkeys Knob is a calm bay on the northern side of Cairns, with a fabulous beach. It is a famous kite surfing destination.
The Great Barrier Reef is a coral reef formation, the largest in the world, located off the Pacific coast of Queensland, Australia. It has been labeled one of the seven natural wonders of the world. A large part of the reef is protected by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The reef is a very popular tourist destination and offers unique diving opportunities. It is a spectacular underwater world, with an impressive variety of marine life.
The Great Barrier Reef is a coral reef formation, the largest in the world, located off the Pacific coast of Queensland, Australia. It has been labeled one of the seven natural wonders of the world. A large part of the reef is protected by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The reef is a very popular tourist destination and offers unique diving opportunities. It is a spectacular underwater world, with an impressive variety of marine life.
Darwin is a small yet cosmopolitan city on the Timor Sea, a branch of the Indian Ocean, in north-central Australia. Darwin has a relaxed lifestyle and unique multiculturalism. It’s an excellent base to explore the natural attractions of Australia's Kakadu and Nitmiluk National Parks. It’s worth visiting the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory where the great Aboriginal art is on display.
Komodo is an island, located in the center of the Indonesian archipelago. It is part of the Lesser Sunda chain of islands and forms part of the Komodo National Park, one of the richest marine environments. The island is the habitat of the Komodo dragon, the largest lizard on Earth, which is named for the island. These giant lizards are the main attraction of the island, but you have to be very careful since they are really dangerous.
Singapore is an island country in Southeast Asia. It lies just one degree north of the equator, at the southernmost tip of continental Asia and peninsular Malaysia. Singapore is a global commerce, financial and transportation centre and its port is the world's busiest port. Singapore is a city with great cultural diversity, combining Chinese, Malay and Indian influences. The city offers tasty food, great shopping opportunities, a vibrant night-life and a very cosmopolitan feeling. Most of the city’s tourist attractions are concentrated in three areas: Orchard Road, the colonial district and Sentosa.
Langkawi is an archipelago of 104 islands to the north of Penang, in the Strait of Malacca. Langkawi is also the largest of the four inhabited islands of the archipelago. It can be described as one of the most spectacular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia. Cruise ships dock at Porto Malai, which is located in the southwest of the island.
Phuket is one of the southern provinces of Thailand, located off the west coast of Thailand in the Andaman Sea. It consists of the island of Phuket, the country's largest island, and another 32 smaller islands off its coast. Phuket Island is a very popular tourist destination and it is known as the ‘pearl of the Andaman’. It has a natural heritage of beautiful white-sand beaches, emerald seas, exotic marine life, lush forests and traditional villages. The city of Patong is the biggest town in Puket, known for its busy beaches and vibrant nightlife.
Colombo is the commercial capital and major port of Sri Lanka. It is a popular tourist destination located on the west coast of the island. The city’ center, known as the Fort is easily explored on foot. The gardens, the bazaar area – a shopping heaven - , the museums and galleries are all set against a backdrop of the beachfront. Visit the National Museum of Sri Lanka, enjoy great Ceylon Tea or head towards the numerous shops that sell gemstones, antique furniture, ornaments, porcelain, pottery and saris.
Malé is the capital and most populous city in the Republic of Maldives and also one of the most densely populated cities in the world. Administratively, the city consists of a central island, an airport island, and two other islands governed by the Malé City Council.
It is a small metropolis with skyscrapers, boulevards and shopping centers. It has white sandy beaches where you can enjoy swimming and water sports. The Islamic center with its gorgeous dome is evident throughout the city and is the most impressive building. You can buy souvenirs from the old Singapore market.
Mahé is an idyllic island and the largest one in the Seychelles Archipelago in the Indian Ocean. The island has a rich heritage, a mixture of Indian, Chinese, European and African culture. This cultural diversity combined with the breathtaking beauty of the island makes Mahé an extremely popular tourist destination. The landscape includes majestic mountains, a range of granite peaks, extensive gardens, rare plants, gorgeously multi-hued waters and white sand beaches surrounded by beautiful coral reefs. Visitors can explore the mountainous jungle of the inland, dive pristine site or just lay back and enjoy the endless sun of Mahé.
Το Πορτ Λουί είναι η πρωτεύουσα του Μαυρίκιου, ενός ηφαιστειακού νησιού που βρίσκεται στον Ινδικό Ωκεανό, ανατολικά της Μαδαγασκάρης. Ο Μαυρίκιος είναι καταπράσινος και όμορφος, με επιβλητικές οροσειρές, όμορφες παραλίες, εντυπωσιακούς κοραλλιογενείς ύφαλους, γραφικά χωριά και γαλλική "γεύση". Το Πορτ Λουί είναι μια πόλη με κομψά βικτοριανά κτίρια. Επισκεφθείτε την Πλας ντ’Αρμ, μια πλατεία που περιβάλλεται από αποικιακή γαλλική αρχιτεκτονική, τη σύγχρονη προκυμαία με τις πολυάριθμες μπουτίκ και το Οχυρό του 19ου αιώνα για μια πανοραμική θέα της πόλης.
La Possession is located on the northwest side of the island of Réunion, a territory of France located in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar and southwest of Mauritius. Pointe des Galets is the main port of Réunion. The island offers stunning landscapes with scented vanilla plantations, spice and perfume gardens, lush vegetation and breathtaking volcanic ravines. Visit Circus of Salazie, the remains of an enormous volcanic caldera located very close to La Possession or the Piton de la Fournaise, where you can admire two active volcano craters
Tôlanaro or Tolagnaro is a city on the southeast coast of Madagascar. It is the capital of the Anosy Region and of the Tôlanaro District. It has been a port of local importance since the early 1500s, and a new port, the Port d'Ehola, has been built by QMM and the World Bank. Formerly Fort-Dauphin, it was the first French settlement in Madagascar.
Durban is the largest city in the South African province of KwaZulu-Natal. Durban stands on the beautiful natural harbor of Port Natal. Its warm subtropical climate and extensive beaches have turned Durban into a major holiday resort. Durban's center is a busy and lively area with grandiose colonial buildings and fascinating art deco architecture. One of the city’s landmarks is the Grey Street Mosque, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere.
Cape Town is one of the most populous cities and major port in South Africa. The city lies between the majestic, flat-topped Table Mountain and the sea. Cape Town is also called “The Fairest Cape” and is the most popular tourist destination in Africa. The city has several beaches, each with a different setting and atmosphere. Visit the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens where you will discover the stunning beauty of the unique flora of this place, go to Robben Island, a UNESCO world heritage site or walk along the waterfront where you will find restaurants, boutiques, markets and entertainment.
Cape Town is one of the most populous cities and major port in South Africa. The city lies between the majestic, flat-topped Table Mountain and the sea. Cape Town is also called “The Fairest Cape” and is the most popular tourist destination in Africa. The city has several beaches, each with a different setting and atmosphere. Visit the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens where you will discover the stunning beauty of the unique flora of this place, go to Robben Island, a UNESCO world heritage site or walk along the waterfront where you will find restaurants, boutiques, markets and entertainment.
Walvis Bay is situated in the homonym bay, in Namibia. The waters here are rich in plankton and marine life and attract large numbers of whales. Walvis Bay is an important centre of tourism with open spaces, scenic beauty and unique marine and plant life. All kinds of activities are available at the Walvis Bay Lagoon and Aquatic Activities, like sandboarding, kiting, surfing, swimming, angling, sailing and golf. Visitors can also enjoy swimming and fishing on the beach.
Praia is the capital and largest city of Cape Verde, an island nation in the Atlantic Ocean west of Senegal. It lies on the southern coast of Santiago island in the Sotavento Islands group. Praia is the island's ferry port. The Old City’s center, known as Platô, is home to many interesting colonial buildings, like the 19th century Palacio Presidential. If you want to enjoy a panoramic view of the city and the bay head towards the City’s fortified walls.
Tenerife is the largest the seven Canary Islands. It is one of the most important tourist destinations in Spain, with millions of tourists visiting it each year. Its landscape has been sculpted by a series of volcanic eruptions.
Arequifa is a town and municipality in the Canary Islands (Spain) located in the center-east of the island of Lanzarote, whose capital has been since 1852. The town owes its name to the rock (where Arequifa in Spanish means "reef") that covers the beach located in the city. The city also gives its name to the nearby Arrecife Airport. It is located south of Teguiz, east of San Bartolome and borders the Atlantic Ocean.
Gibraltar is an amazing co-mingling of past, present and future.The Rock of Gibraltar was considerred by the Ancient Greeks as the pillars of Hercules, marking the end of the world. It is at the Top of the Rock where you begin to understand and appreciate Gibraltar’s strategic geographical location and the important role it has played throughout history. The journey to the top of the Rock rewards you with a truly breathtaking view. From a height of 426m you will see the African coastline, where the waters of the Atlantic meet the Mediterranean, Spain’s Costa del Sol and a panoramic view of the City far below, the quays, marinas and bays. Stand on top of the Rock of Gibraltar and you feel as if you were on top of the world.
Cartagena is major naval station located in south-eastern Spain, in the autonomus Region of Murcia. Since its foundation in 229 B.C, it has been inhabited by several cultures which have left their mark on its artistic heritage as one of the most important defensive ports in the country. The highlights of the city include the Muralla del Mar ('Sea Wall'), built by Charles III (18th century), the Old Cathedral located on the Camino del Parque Torres (behind the Muralla del Mar wall), the recently restored Roman Theatre (among its numerous other Roman remains, built between the 5th and 1st centuries BC), the National Museum of Underwater Archaeology ARQUA (at Paseo Alfonso XII, 22), the Town Hall, a gem of modernist architecture dating from the early 20th century and a number of modernist buildings made for its military fortifications. The best way to learn more about the Modernist architecture of Cartagena is to take a walk along the Calle Mayor, which leads off the Plaza del Ayuntamiento square. Here visitors will find the houses of Cervantes and Llagostera, by the Cartagena architect Victor Beltrí. Time given, don't miss Concepción Castle, built on one of the five hills of the old Carthagena and today home of the Centre for the Interpretation of Cartagena's History.
Valletta, The Fortress City, Citta' Umilissima, "a city built by gentlemen for gentlemen" is Malta's capital city: a living, working city, the administrative and commercial heart of the Islands. The city is busy by day, yet retains a timeless atmosphere. The grid of narrow streets boasts some of Europe's finest art works, churches and palaces, among which St. John's Co-Cathedral, with its elaborate inlaid marble tombstones and Caravaggios and the Grand Master's Palace. Enjoy visiting the famous Three Cities across the Grand Harbour and if you have time, Sliema/ St. Julian's/ Paceville area, renowned for its cosmopolitan feel and lively nightlife.
Founded in c. 331 BC by Alexander the Great, Alexandria became an important center of the Hellenistic civilization and remained the capital of Hellenistic and Roman & Byzantine Egypt for almost one thousand years. Alexandria flourished as the most important harbor and capital of Egypt and today is the second biggest city in the country. The Royal Library or Ancient Library of Alexandria, was one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. The impressive city wad built on the delta of the river Nile and often is characterized as the "bright pearl of the Mediterranean". It is filled with museums and provides access to the Pyramids and the Sphinx.
Kusadasi is a popular resort along the coasts of Asia Minor, our base of the exploration of nearby ancient town of Ephesus, which has one of the largest collections of ruins in the eastern Mediterranean. In the first century B.C., it was one of the largest cities in the world, boasting the Great Theater which 24.000 people, the Temple of Artemis, which was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Library of Celsus, which was considered the finest in creation. Today, we can see only parts of the ancient glory but still, you will definitely be enchanted. Don't miss the chance to visit the local bazaar in Kusadasi.
Piraeus port is the gateway to Athens center. Don't miss the Parthenon, the temple to Athena which looms over Athens from its perch atop the Acropolis, an eternal icon of art and civilization. Completed in 438 B.C., the temple still astounds as the flowering of Greek art and architecture. When you come down off the hill, don't miss a visit to the Ancient Agora, Syntagma Square, the Acropolis Museum and the city's historic centre, around Plaka. Ideally, sit and relax at a cafe on the foot of the hill, sample some Greek souvlaki or a frappe, take a glance back up the hill from time to time and give the goddess her due.
Naples is the third-largest municipality in Italy, after Rome and Milan and one of the chief commercial cities of Europe. The city center has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the surrounding areas are dotted with cultural and historical treasures, with most notable, the restored ruins of Pompeii. Naples itself is mere enduring greatness. Highlights include Castel dell' Ovo, Castelnuovo, Castel Sant'Elmo, a medieval fortress located on a hilltop and national museums dedicated to art and archaeology. There is also a docile bay; the peaceful cypress-tufted islands of Ischia, Procida and Capri and over the city, Mount Vesuvius, volcano and national park. Take the opportunity to see the only active volcano on the European mainland, which blew in A.D. 79 and buried the city of Pompeii, or visit the magnificent Amalfi and Sorrento coasts.
Our gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served as Rome's seaport since the 13th century, boasting a long and venerable history. Its location near the modern city, made it a perfect vacation resort for emperor Trajan, who built a pleasure villa. while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications. Yet the Eternal City, the ancient capital of the Western World and the center of Christianity for nearly 2.000 years, is our main reason to be here. YYou can visit the ruins of the Forum and the Colosseum, throw a coin in Fontana di Trevi to make sure you return to Rome one day, take a photo in front of the Vatican, view the splendors of the Sistine Chapel or climb the Spanish Steps, once the heart of Rome's Bohemian Quarter and enjoy a delicious gelato, in the glamorous area.
Olbia is one of the busiest ferry ports in Sardinia, founded by the Greeks in the 6th century led by a divine hero named Aristeous who taught the Sadinians how to gather honey. In 350 BC it became the first Carthaginian settlement on the East Coast, only to be thrown out a couple of hundred years later by the Romans. Olbia remained an important Roman port until it was destroyed by the Vandals in 450AD. Olbia’s charms are discrete ones. The historical center is nice enough with a couple of nice squares, a granite romanesque church S. Simplicio, which dates from the middle ages and the 17th century church of S. Paolo.
Barcelona is one of the world's greatest treasures, a global capital of commerce, fashion, culture and sunshine. Cruise visitors should start with a walk down Las Ramblas, the glorious tree-shaded thoroughfare at the heart of the city, enjoy a dive in the wonderful beaches nearby, but, most of all, see what visionary architect Antoni Gaudi wrought. Seven of his creations have been honored as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including La Sagrada Familia, the Park Guell and Casa Mila. Time provided, you can also visit the former Olympic Ring on the hill of Montjuic, home to world-class parks, fountains and museums. Barcelona, which nurtured such artistic giants as Picasso, Dali, Miro and Casals, is definitely a traveler's paradise.
Barcelona is one of the world's greatest treasures, a global capital of commerce, fashion, culture and sunshine. Cruise visitors should start with a walk down Las Ramblas, the glorious tree-shaded thoroughfare at the heart of the city, enjoy a dive in the wonderful beaches nearby, but, most of all, see what visionary architect Antoni Gaudi wrought. Seven of his creations have been honored as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including La Sagrada Familia, the Park Guell and Casa Mila. Time provided, you can also visit the former Olympic Ring on the hill of Montjuic, home to world-class parks, fountains and museums. Barcelona, which nurtured such artistic giants as Picasso, Dali, Miro and Casals, is definitely a traveler's paradise.
Alicante is one of the most popular and famous destinations on Costa Blanca, the 200 kilometres of Mediterranean coastline which attracts thousants of sun and fun lovers. Stroll among the palms, shops and cafés of the beachfront Explanada de España, explore the high-baroque Cathedral de San Nicolas de Bari, the Basilica of Santa María, the Baroque Casa de La Asegurada (1685), Gravina Palace (1748–1808), nowadays hosting Gravina Museum of Fine Arts, or the Castillo of Santa Barbara, a 16th-century castle with splendid views of Costa Blanca.
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, on the southwest of the country, has been the main gateway for the rest of the planet for more than 19 centuries. Ships captained by Portuguese explorers like Bartolomeu Dias, Vasco da Gama and Ferdinand Magellan, skittered across the globe, hauling treasure home and making Lisbon a global capital. Draped across seven hills, Lisbon was once the center of a vast maritime empire that stretched from the west coast of Africa to the Spice Islands of the East Indies, until 1755, when a violent earthquake destroyed two-thirds of the city, leaving intact only the Alfama, the old Moorish quarter. Today, Lisbon is a stately city of Neoclassical buildings and wide plazas. Eternally linked to the sea, Lisbon's magnificent harbor is spanned by the longest suspension bridge in Europe. Among the city's landmarks are the iconic Castelo de São Jorge, the World Heritage Sites of Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, both built in Lisbon's native Manueline architectural style.
Tangier is part of the Kingdom of Morocco, Africa's whitewashed gateway to Europe and the Mediterranean, a rich blend of cultures, exotic souks, colourful riads, the Kasbah, lively markets.. Wide palm-lined boulevards and humming souks are Tangier's distinctively Moroccan characteristics, but Spanish, French and Berber influences are found everywhere: watch the arched wooden doors, the hefty silver ornamentations, the tighly-woven carpets that tell tribal legends.You can take a tour at the caves of Hercules and the colourful souks of the Old Medina, the Kasbah and the majestic mountains of the Rif.
Fort Lauderdale, 40 kms north of Miami, is America's Spring Break capital and a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. It bears the nickname "Venice of America", with more than 300 miles of navigable waterways. Visit the newly redesigned Fort Lauderdale Beach- famed as the "Yachting Capital of the World," with more than 40,000 registered crafts - and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las
Olas Boulevard, visit world-class theaters, museums or venture to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.