Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Civitavecchia was settled in 108 A.D. by Emperor Trajan and has since faithfully served as a gateway to the capital of the Empire, Rome.
Rome, Italy
Once the center of the ancient world from which emperors ruled over nearly all of western civilization for hundreds of years, Rome is still considered by many to reign over all other European destinations. Here you can breathe the air once breathed by great Roman gladiators in the ancient halls of the Colosseum. Gaze upon the very ceilings Michelangelo painted at the Sistine Chapel. Or visit a monument to both size and faith, St. Peter's Basilica, the largest church ever built.
Mykonos, Greece
Few places in the world compare with Mykonos. Here you'll find whitewashed houses clinging to cliffs against a backdrop of indescribably blue sea. Follow a maze of tiny streets, visit one of the world's most superb beaches, or see the mythical birthplace of Apollo, the island of Mykonos.
Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes, the friendliest city in the Mediterranean, welcomes you with seemingly eternal sunshine thanks to more sunny days than any other place in Europe. Situated at the island's most northern point, Rhodes' only neighbors on the east and west are gleaming blue seas. This sunny retreat is also home to many historic sites ranging from the ruins of the Temple of Venus to the medieval Street of Knights.
Santorini, Greece
35.25 degrees north. 25.20 degrees east. Perfection has coordinates. Here on Santorini, you'll find whitewashed houses accented by roofs of the bluest blue - there's no doubt that azure waters of the Aegean have served as creative inspiration. Among the many historic sites on the island is the ancient city of Akrotiri, once buried under a thick blanket of volcanic ash over 3,600 years ago.
Istanbul, Turkey
In exotic Istanbul, it's easy to spend an entire day strolling through the grand Bazaar, exploring the famous Blue Mosque, or wandering through the majestic Topkapi Palace, with its gardens, libraries and 400-room harem.
Constanta, Romania
The modern seaport city of Constanta is rich with architecture and located on the western side of the Black Sea coast, a region renowned for natural cures of arthritic, internal and nervous disorders. Venture to nearby Eforie Nord and Mangalia Spas for a mud bath rich with natural salts.
Odessa, Ukraine
Odessa's famous cultural traditions and spectacular architecture are a testament to its rich history and part of its lure of famous artists, poets and scientists. Discover the enchantment of shady lanes, beautiful buildings and cozy squares between samplings of local Golubtsy (cabbage rolls), confectioneries, caviar, vodka, and Crimea wines.
Bosporus Strait (Cruising)
Odessa's famous cultural traditions and spectacular architecture are a testament to its rich history and part of its lure of famous artists, poets and scientists. Discover the enchantment of shady lanes, beautiful buildings and cozy squares between samplings of local Golubtsy (cabbage rolls), confectioneries, caviar, vodka, and Crimea wines.
Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey
Nestled along the craggy shores of the Aegean Sea is the Turkish port of Kusadasi. Renowned as one of the most beautiful cities along the Aegean, Kusadasi is blessed with sunshine an average of 300 days a year. This beautiful city is the perfect setting to begin your journey to Ephesus.
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Your adventure in Athens begins five miles southwest in Greece's largest seaport, known as Piraeus. While here, be sure to take notice of what is considered to be one of the greatest contributions from the ancient Age of Pericles, the city's infrastructure, which today we know as a city block.
Athens, Greece
Athens brought the world drama, history, poetry and philosophy - and wait till you see the buildings these subjects were taught in. Once the world's most powerful and civilized city, Athens is now the world's foremost archaeological playground. The towering columns of the Parthenon still stand as an ancient dedication to the virgin goddess Athena. Countless classic sculptures and museums packed with historical wonders and Athenian art abound.
Naples/Capri, Italy
Located on the southern coast of Italy, Naples has spectacular scenery that attracts artists from around the world. From this key spot, you can embark on a trip to the ruins of Pompeii or shop the many boutiques of Sorrento. You may work up an appetite for one of Naples' greatest inventions - pizza - invented to honor the Queen of Italy in 1889.