Barcelona, Palma De Mallorca, Port Mahon, La Valletta, Mgarr, La goulette, Cagliari, Olbia-Emerald Coast, Bonifacio, Civitavecchia (Rome), Amalfi, Gallipoli, Taormina, Lipari, Trapani-, Calvi, Montecarlo

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.

Palma is a busy commercial and cultural center, capital city of the autonomous community of the Balearic Islands of Spain. Situated on the south coast of the island on the Bay of Palma, it became a tourist destination in the 1950s and till today it is considered as one of Europe’s major holiday destinations.The historic centre is the oldest part of the city and a refreshing area for a stroll at the narrow and shady streets, which will give you a chance to peek in at a number of private courtyards. The city flourished during the 19th century and today, it mixes perfectly, the modern hotel chains and flashy shops with the old architecture in the Old Town. A walk along the narrow streets will reveal the restored 13-th century cathedral standing proud in the center of town. Among Palma's lovely sights are the Gothic-style Bellver Castle, the Almudaina Palace, once home to Mallorcan kings, the Arab bath building, the only building dating to the Arab settlement, Plaça del Mercat and interesting art nouveau buildings.

Mahon is the capital city of Minorca, the second largest of the Balearic Islands, after Majorca. It is an important commercial and industrial centre, located in the eastern part of the island and has one of the deepest natural points in the world. Due to the wealth generated by tourism the historical capital of Mahon was renovated towards the end of the 20th Century and is now famous for its architecture, fairs, festivals and fiestas and offers visitors the beautiful mix of old and new architecture.

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.

Mgarr is a small town and harbour at the east end of Gozo, Malta. On one side Fort Chambray, built by the Knights of St. John in 1749, majestically and defiantly guards the harbour from its vantage point, while the church dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes is a prominent landmark overlooking the harbour.  To the right, the terraced fields slope gently down to the sea. Mgarr is an important fishing base and provides the best winter shelter for the island’s fishing boats, while the adjacent marina hosts pleasure sea craft throughout the year. From here, you can visit Victoria- known locally as "Rabat," ("suburb outside the fortress walls")-, the capital town of the island of Gozo, which crowns the center of the island. The fortress was founded during around 1500 BC and its walls present a 360-degree view of the island. Cruise visitors can explore the exquisite 17th century baroque cathedral, stroll the gardens of Villa Rundle and shop for fine weaving, lace and silver filigree.

Cagliari, the capital of Sardinia, spreads on a hillside overlooking the aptly named Gulf of Angels. Visit the old Castello Quarter, with the narrow and shaded streets and the old buildings, or enjoy the wide and expansive beaches of Sardinia, basking in the Mediterranean sun. All over the island, there are traces of ancient settlements, such as neolithic ruins at Nora; Phoenician, Cathaginian and Roman relics near Cagliari; and Arab, Genoese and Iberian heritage evident in architecture dating back to the Middle Ages.

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.

Bonifacio is located on the Mediterranean Sea. It is the only major port of the Southern Coast of Corsica. The Strait of Bonifacio separates the island from Sardinia. The Citadel of the city is located on the promontory overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

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.

The Amalfi Coast is considered one of the most picturesque parts of the Italian coastline. Villages perched on hillsides, steep streets and a great view of the turquoise waters of the ocean. The Amalfi Coast is known for producing the famous limoncello. Lemon orchards are found everywhere along the coast and the smell of lemon pervades the air. It has been declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site

Taormina is a small town on the east coast of Sicily, Italy. The site of the old town is crowned by a very steep rock, with a Saracen castle situated on its top.

Lipari is the largest, busiest and most accessible of the eight Aeolian Islands, located in the volcanic archipelago off the north coast of Sicily, in the Tyrrhenian Sea. Traces of human history date back to 5.000 BC, revealing a rich past, which is depicted on the many archeological wonders, such as the 16th c. walled fortress, built upon an ancient Greek acropolis and also some Greek and Roman ruins visible in the Diana District Archeological Park. In your free time, wander through the shops on Corso Vittorio Emanuele, check out a largely reconstructed Norman-era church and a fine archeological museum or choose a scenic driving tour to witness stunning Mediterranean views.

Calvi is one of Corsica's grandest cities and the perfect destination for a holiday in Corsica. The Citadel, standing high above Calvi port from where it towers over the sea, is the main part of the town, and its most important historical monument. It was a military outpost in the 15th century that helped guard the city against international attacks. Places of interest in the Citadel include the restored palace of the Genovese governor, the remains of a house that is rumoured to be the place where Christopher Columbus was born, the Museum of Corsican Ethnography and Cathédrale St-Jean-Baptiste. For many visitors Calvi’s beach is the big attraction and center of a visit. The beach is a long, narrow strip of white sand and serene, shallow water that stretches nearly 6 km along the length of the bay.

Monte Carlo is a distric of the Principality of Monaco, built in 1866 in honor of Prince Charles III. It hosts an internationally famous Casino, luxury hotels and leisure facilities, Larvotto beach, the Monte Carlo Sporting Club, the Opera House, built in 1893 by Charles Garnier, the architect of the Paris Opera House, the Oceanographic Museum, dedicated to marine science and oceanography, Monaco Cathedral (1875), and of course, Prince's Palace, located in a unique setting upon the rock of Monaco and Fort Antoine on the northeastern tip of Le Rocher.