Three thousand years of art, twenty regions of cooking, and a coastline that never quits โ Italy is Europe's greatest hits
Sail sunlit islands, marble antiquities, and taverna-lined bays of Greece
Savor chateaux, vineyard valleys, and timeless cafe culture of France
Savor tapas trails, Moorish palaces, lively fiestas, and Mediterranean shores of Spain
Visit the stunning island of Santorini, known for its white-washed buildings and breathtaking sunsets
Visit Athens, the historic capital of Greece. Explore the Acropolis (ancient citadel with the Parthenon temple, built in the 5th century BC), wander through the Plaka district (old neighborhood with narrow streets and traditional tavernas), see artifacts at the National Archaeological Museum (one of the world's greatest museums of ancient Greek art), and watch the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Syntagma Square.
Sail Adriatic islands, walled cities, and waterfall parks of Croatia
Stand by pyramids, sail the Nile, and snorkel Red Sea reefs of Egypt
Paddle emerald lakes, alpine valleys, and vine-striped hills of Slovenia
Straddle Byzantine domes, Cappadocia chimneys, and turquoise coasts of Turkey
Decode megalithic temples, honey-stone harbors, and sunlit coves of Malta
Sail the fjord-like bay, limestone peaks, and stone hamlets of Montenegro
Visit Monaco, the second-smallest sovereign state in the world. Explore the Prince's Palace (official residence of the Grimaldi family with daily changing of the guard), try your luck at the Casino de Monte-Carlo (iconic Belle รpoque building featured in James Bond films), and stroll through the Jardin Exotique (botanical garden perched on cliffs with over 1,000 succulent plants).
Lose yourself in medinas, Atlas passes, Atlantic surf, and desert kasbahs of Morocco
Bask on beaches, walk Troodos trails, and explore ancient sites of Cyprus
Experience the Albanian Alps, Ottoman stone towns, and turquoise Riviera of Albania
Cross stone bridges, emerald rivers, and mountain villages of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Visit Gibraltar, a British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, known for the Rock of Gibraltar and its strategic importance.
Greek temples, Arab-Norman cathedrals, baroque towns and Etna โ Sicily is a Mediterranean civilisation of its own
Roam blue-and-white villages, Roman arenas, and Sahara oases of Tunisia
Visit Valletta, the fortified capital of Malta. Explore the Baroque masterpiece of St. John's Co-Cathedral (home to Caravaggio's painting 'The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist'), walk the historic streets of the UNESCO-listed city center, and see the Grandmaster's Palace (former seat of the Knights of St. John, now housing the Office of the President).
Visit the site of the Statue of Zeus
Visit Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. Explore the historic Upper Town (Gornji Grad) with St. Mark's Church (colorful tiled roof depicting medieval coats of arms) and the Lotrลกฤak Tower (19th-century cannon fired daily at noon). Stroll through the Dolac Market (one of the largest open-air markets in Europe, known for fresh produce and local crafts) and see the Museum of Broken Relationships (unique collection of personal objects and stories about failed relationships).
Visit Split, Croatia's second-largest city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace (a UNESCO World Heritage site with ancient cellars and a peristyle). Walk along the Riva waterfront promenade, climb Marjan Hill for panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea, and explore the Cathedral of Saint Domnius (originally Diocletian's mausoleum, one of the oldest Catholic cathedrals in the world).
Visit the iconic Casino de Monte-Carlo, a historic and luxurious casino in Monaco known for its Belle รpoque architecture and high-stakes gaming.
Visit Rhodes, the largest of Greece's Dodecanese islands. Explore the medieval Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage site with the Palace of the Grand Master), see the ancient Acropolis of Lindos (cliff-top ruins with views over St Paul's Bay), relax at Anthony Quinn Bay (a scenic cove named after the actor), and visit the Valley of the Butterflies (a natural reserve with thousands of Jersey tiger moths in summer).
Walk layered holy cities, desert fortresses, and Mediterranean beaches of Israel
Visit Larnaca, a coastal city in Cyprus. Explore the Church of Saint Lazarus (a 9th-century Byzantine church housing the reputed tomb of Lazarus), stroll along Finikoudes Beach (a palm-lined promenade with cafes and views of the Mediterranean), and see the Hala Sultan Tekke (an important Islamic shrine on the banks of the Salt Lake, known for its historical significance).
Visit Budva, a historic coastal town in Montenegro. Explore the Old Town (Stari Grad) with its Venetian walls and citadel, relax on Mogren Beach (two connected sandy coves beneath cliffs), and see the Sveti Stefan island-hotel (a 15th-century fortified village turned luxury resort).
Visit Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus and the world's last divided capital city. Explore the Venetian Walls (16th-century fortifications surrounding the old town), see the Selimiye Mosque (originally a Gothic cathedral converted after Ottoman conquest), and walk along the Green Line (UN buffer zone splitting the city into Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot sides).
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