Melbourne, Adelaide, Albany, Busselton, Perth, Male, Mahe, Nosy Be, Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, Walvis Bay, Dakar-, Fuerteventura, Palermo, Civitavecchia (Rome), Genoa, Marseille (Provence), Barcelona

Adelaide is the capital city of the state of South Australia, situated north of the Fleurieu Peninsula, among the wine regions of McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley and Clare Valley. It’s an elegant, vibrant city with stylish architecture that hosts world-renowned arts events and festivals. The city’s center is surrounded by parks, and is full of museums and attractions, most of which are located between the Torrens River and North Terrace.  The pedestrian Rundle Mall is the city's main shopping area.

Albany is a popular resort town, located southeast of Perth in the south coast of Western Australia. Albany sits at the northern edge of the beautiful Princess Royal Harbour, part of the much bigger King George Sound. The surrounding coasts have rugged rocky shores and white beaches. Torndirrup National Park which includes the renowned Natural Bridge, offers one of the most spectacular coastal scenery of Australia.

Perth is the capital city of Western Australia. It is located on a coastal plain, along the Swan River. The city of Perth is served by the port of Fremantle, an Indian Ocean port at the mouth of the Swan Rive. Fremantle has a fun and friendly atmosphere, historic buildings, good museums, interesting art galleries and is a very popular destination for artists, musicians and writers.

Perth is the capital city of Western Australia. It is located on a coastal plain, along the Swan River. The city of Perth is served by the port of Fremantle, an Indian Ocean port at the mouth of the Swan Rive. Fremantle has a fun and friendly atmosphere, historic buildings, good museums, interesting art galleries and is a very popular destination for artists, musicians and writers.

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.

The island of Nosy Be is located near the northwest coast of Madagascar and is the largest and the busiest tourist resort of Madagascar. While visiting, don’t miss the chance to explore the deserted beaches of the island. In Nosy Be the climate stays sunny all year-round and activities like snorkeling, scuba and kayaking are available for those willing to try.

Port Elizabeth is the capital and port of Bequia, the second largest island in the Grenadines. Bequia, once known as "Island of the Cloud”, is a tiny, unspoiled island, with quiet and relaxed atmosphere. Its coastline is fringed with golden beaches with a backdrop of cedar and palm forests. Visit the land near Port Elizabeth, where a historical sugar plantation by the name Spring Plantation once stood and see the old sugar which still exists.

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. 

Fuerteventura is one of the Canary Islands, in the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Africa. It is a volcanic island. Along the coast there are various castles built to protect the island from the pirate attacks.

Palermo, capital of Sicily, is situated right by the Gulf of Palermo in the Tyrrhenian Sea. Traces of Roman, Arab and Norman influences mix here, in a city that is over 2.700 years old. The highlights of Palermo, which is noted for its history, culture, architecture and gastronomy, are Palazzo dei Normanni, one of the most beautiful Italian palaces and a notable example of Norman architecture with its golden Byzantine mosaics, the Cathedral with the heliometer (solar "observatory") of 1690, Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio (St Mary of the Admiral), San Giovanni degli Eremiti (12th century), Palazzo Abatellis with the Regional Gallery, the Regional
Archeological Museum Antonio Salinas, the neoclassic Teatro Massimo ("Greatest Theatre",1897) and many
small piazzas that depict the city's historic past.

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.

Today we are visiting Genoa, the capital of the Province of Genoa and of the region of Liguria, a powerful commercial center seaport and city-state. It was the birthplace of the great adventurer Christopher Columbus and its maritime roots have fostered a dialect that has absorbed elements of Neapolitan, Calabrese and Portuguese over the centuries. Genoa's harbor is a bustling swarm of activity, hosting a museum and an aquarium and has a magnificent medieval flair, ideal for a nice stroll. This port is our launching point for the sprawling metropolis of Milan.

Marseille is the largest port on the Mediterranean, France's second largest city and a virtual melting pot of peoples and cultures. It is a unique city with a feel and culture all its own. It is also a place of striking contrasts, from the fishing boats of the picturesque Vieux Port to the modern Canebiere. Dominating the harbor is the infamous Chateau d'If, the rocky prison from which Alexandre Dumas' "Count of Monte Cristo" escaped. If you have time, explore the countryside around Arles and Avignon, immortalized in the canvases of Van Gogh, Cezanne, Matisse and Picasso, try the renowned bouillabaisse or tour the lovely towns and vineyards of Provence. 

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.