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Italy
Civitavecchia -
Located approximately 1 ½ hours, by car, from Rome.
Livorno -
Situated in the northwest region of the country and very close to the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the
city of Florence.
Naples –
Naples is known for shopping, its rich history, architecture, culture and arts.
Bari –
Located in southern Italy, the port is a gateway to the magnificent beaches of Bari and also the
ancient architecture.
Venice – Venice, built on the
Venetian lagoon, is a mecca for tourism in northern Italy.
Genoa –
The Ponte Dei Mille is a very large and one of the busiest ports in the country and is usually a
starting and ending point for cruises in the region.
Palermo – Located to the
northwest of Sicily, Palermo is known for its rich culture, food and architecture.
Messina – Situated in the
northeast of Sicily this is the gateway to the Mt. Etna volcano.
Portofino – Small, beautiful
harbor situated close to many beautiful beaches such as the Paraggi and the Chiavari.
Marina
Piccola(Capri) – Small marina located on the Italian island of Capri.
Trieste – Seaport located close
to the border between Italy and Slovenia.
Elba – The protected harbor
Porto Ferraio, located on the Italian island, is ideal for yachts and small vessels. The marina offers
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France
Monte
Carlo (Monaco) – The port at Monte Carlo, located on the within the municipality
of Monaco, is only walking distance away from the city and is one of the busiest and
most beautiful ports in the world.
Marselle – The largets port in
France and the gateway to one of the most diverse cities in the Mediterranean. The city contains
many remnants from World War II.
St.
Tropez – Located on the French Riviera St. Tropez is famous as a playground for the
wealthy.
Nice(Cannes) – Cannes is famous
for its film festival but there is much more on offer here with its beautiful pebble beaches,
architecture and old-fashioned cobblestone streets.
Ajaccio(Corsica) – The Ajaccio port
is a gateway to the French island of Corsica.
Villefranche - The port is located in this, small historical and romantic town.
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Spain
Barcelona – Large port with easy access to the city offering a great opportunity for
sightseeing.
Seville – Situated on the country’s southern coast, the port offers a
gateway to Seville; an area famous for its culture and art.
Palma de Mallorca – This is a large port on the Spanish island of Mallorca.
Canary Islands - Sailing the Canary Islands offers a great opportunity to
experience the natural beauty and incredible beaches of the Spanish archipelago. Though small, the
islands are accessible with ports located at Fuerteventura, La Palma, Lanzarote and Las Palmas.
Ibiza – Ibiza has garnered a reputation of being an island getaway for the
rich and famous but it much more than that. The town, located on the seaside, offers a lot to do
including shopping and sightseeing and at nighttime transforms into a party capital. |
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Portugal
Lisbon – Beautiful port with lots to do and many places to shop and serves
as a gateway to the city of Lisbon
Funchal – This port is located on the island of Madeira along the
Portuguese archipelago. The island is known for its locally made crafts and wonderful
cuisine. |
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Greece
Athens – The large port of Piraeus, known for renowned seafood,
provides the link to Athens. The beautiful city of Athens is known for ancient architecture and its
rich and well documented history. The city has also evolved with more modern amenities and all the
comforts to make visitors enjoy the Greek experience.
Volos – This is not one of the more popular ports because it is more
industrialized but away from the port are Mt. Pelion and the Gulf of Pagasitikos.
Greek Isle – Some Mediterranean cruise lines offer specialized cruises
of the Greek Isle. Some of the more popular stops throughout the Isles are at Katakolon, Mykonos,
Santorini, Corfu, Gythion and Rhodes.
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Croatia
Dubrovnik – Dubrovnik offers a more relaxing environment than most large cites, showcasing
it’ ancient monasteries, churches and synagogues. Although some of the city was damaged during
the Croatian Independence War, the atmosphere is light and friendly.
Split – Split is the second larget city in Croatia with popular
attractions such as the Diocletian’s Palace and also very offers a very vibrant nightlife scene.
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Tunisia
Tunis – The La Goulette port is actually not located in the capital
Tunis but is only a short drive away. Tunis offers an interesting mix of Arab and African cultures
and also an ancient but modern atmosphere.
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Turkey
Istanbul – This large port, located on the harbour at Istanbul, is a very
popular stop for eastern Mediterranean and the Greek Isle cruises. The city’s development gives
visitors the opportunity to do and see a lot with cruise liners usually staying in port for two
days.
Izmir – Izmir is a modern town located on Turkey’s west coast. Things to
see include the Konak Square, The Agora and the many shops and cafes.
Kusadasi – Beautiful marina close to the ancient Roman city of
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Israel
Ashod – The port of Ashod is the popular gateway to the holy land of
Jerusalem(approx. 70 km.), Tel Aviv(20 km) and the resorts of the Dead Sea. Even without excursions
to one of these more popular destinations, there is still plenty to do at Ashod as they have a
famous Museum, shopping facilities and places to visit.
Haifa – Haifa, the third largest city in Israel, is very hilly but has
large malls for shopping and plenty of shops and cafes. The German Templar colony is a popular
visiting spot for travelers when in Haifa.
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Egypt
Port Said – Port said is located in the north of the country and
servers as a link to the capital Cairo.
Alexandria – Alexandria is the larget port in the country located on the
West verge of the Nile Delta.
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Cyprus
Limassol – The harbour is situated on the Akrotiri Bay in the south of
the island. Cyprus is a very popular tourist destination in the Mediterranean and is noted for the
friendliness of the citizens and their cuisine.
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Morocco
Casablanca – Casablanca is the most popular destination for cruise ship
passengers who visit morocco. One of the more popular excursions while at Casablanca is that of the
Hassan II Mosque.
Tangier – Located in the north of the country, Tangier has a rich history
and a blend of different cultures.
Agadir – If beautiful beach resorts interest you then Agadir is an ideal
stop in Morocco. |
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Malta
Valetta – The port at Valetta is the gateway, for cruise passengers,
to the small island of Malta. Malta has a unique landscape and architecture that have appeared in
films such as The Gladiator. Avisit to Malta is a great way of exploring sections of the old city
or the more ultra-modern side.
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Lebanon
Beirut – The port of Beirut is only a short walk from downtown with its
many shopping areas fine Mediterranean cuisine and monuments and places to visit. |
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