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Enjoy A Cruise Around The Mediterranean
Linking three of the world’s six continents and having nurtured three of the most important civilizations of antiquity, the Mediterranean is truly one of the world’s great seas. A cruise is one of the best ways to appreciate its historic cities and rich, diverse cultures. Cruises provide an opportunity to explore ports of call as fascinating, varied and naturally beautiful as Barcelona, Rome and the Greek islands.
Barcelona
It’s no surprise that Barcelona is one of the most popular ports of call on Mediterranean cruises, with its rich history, distinctive culture and striking architecture. After a day spent sightseeing the churches and museums of ciutat vella, cruise passages can take a stroll along the harbour front in Port Vell.
The most popular of all of Barcelona’s attractions is La Sagrada Familia; the Gaudi masterpiece of one of seven throughout the city to have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in recognition of their exceptional artistic importance. The Catalan capital is the ideal starting off point for Mediterranean all inclusive cruises.
Rome
Rome is the world’s largest open-air museum according to most brochures and guidebooks. Most of the famous sights can be viewed in a relatively short space of time. Dominating the Piazza della Rotonda, the Pantheon is one of the most complete Roman structures in the city. Just a few streets away, the historic Piazza Navona is the site of Bernini’s Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi and a great place to enjoy a gelato.
Before re-embarking onboard the cruise ship, be sure to visit the ancient Roman port of Ostia Antica, which has been extensively excavated over the years.
Santorini
Travelingfrom Rome to one of Greece’s most attractive and most photographed destinations, Santorini is a scenic place to dismbark. The island’s cataclysmic past is hinted at when you arrive into port and approach the dramatic reddish-brown volcano cliffs which provide a dramatic backdrop. An enormous volcanic eruption devasted the island around 1650 BC. These days the island is more peaceful.
Thira and Oia are two of the most recognisable destinations in Greece. Perched atop volcanic cliffs, both are known for their pretty white-washed facades and bright blue cupolas.