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An Eastern Mediterranean cruise will take you along the coast of Italy, Greece, Turkey and Egypt. Cruising to this end of the Mediterranean leads to where Europe meets Asia. Itinerary for one Grand Princess 12 Day Cruise Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy Civitavecchia is a town and commune of the province of Rome in the central Italian region of Latium. A sea port on the Tyrrhenian Sea, it is located 80 kilometers west-north-west of Rome, across the Mignone River. The harbor is formed by two moles and a breakwater, on which is a lighthouse. Next to the town is the location of the cruise ship docks that service all of the Rome area. All major cruise lines start and end their cruises at this location, and many others stop for shore excursion days that allow guests to see Rome and Vatican sights, which are about 90 minutes away.
Naples, Italy Naples is Italy's third largest city and is sure to leave you with strong feelings. Some admire it for its authentic feel while others dislike it due to the economic disparity that exists within the city. Two famous native Neapolitans are Sophia Loren and Enrico Caruso. The city is proud of its heritage and image. One thing is certain; you will not leave Naples without an opinion.
While Greeks feel that Athens is overcrowded. expensive and decadent, tourists find it an exciting bustling city filled with character, which includes its cafes, shops, monuments and character. Traffic and pollution do detract from the city's charm but it still offers numerous opportunities for sightseeing.
Turkey is a sprawling and diverse country, and Kusadasi best exemplifies this diversity. The city has been built up to resemble a beach resort, but the citizens have rebelled against this all-out push for tourism. Many of the beaches are quite unpopulated, and when you travel into the heart of the town you do not get a bustling touristy feeling at all. Instead, you are likely to marvel at the glorious historical and architectural sights, enjoy one of the great dining facilities, or lounge around a cozy bar and have a drink with one of the locals.
Istanbul is full of extraordinary vendors, exciting restaurants, interesting sites, and enjoyable museums. There are so many things to do in the city that you are certain to feel overwhelmed if you don't decide on three or four activities before your arrival and spend your time on those activities. The shops and bazaar will offer opportunities for great bargains but also great opportunities to get fleeced so be wary and bargain carefully.
Mikonos is only 10 miles long, making it one of the smallest of the Cyclades. Visitors from other islands find Mikonos to be a lovely change of pace and atmosphere. Its dry, rough topography makes its radiant beaches all the more inviting, and its air is clean and warm. Mikonos has earned the reputation of being a cosmopolitan island that draws an enormous amount of tourists to its sandy beaches and hilly terrain. It is quite a dynamic place, attracting all types of travelers depending on the seasons. During the early summer months, it is a hot spot for party-seeking college students. But during the off-peak months, Mikonos transforms into a haven for sophisticated tourists, artists, and intellectuals seeking to vacation in the midst of beauty.
Port Said is a northeastern Egyptian city near the Suez Canal, with an approximate population of 515,007 (2001). The economic base of Port Said is fishing and industries, like chemicals, processed food, and cigarettes. Port Said is also an important harbor both for exports of Egyptian products like cotton and rice, but also a fueling station for ships that pass through the Suez Canal. Port Said also thrives on being a duty-free port, as well as a summer resort for Egyptians. There are numerous old houses with grand balconies on all floors, giving the city a distinctive look. Port Said's twin city is Port Fouad, which lies on the eastern side of the canal. The two cities coexist, to the extent that there hardly is any town centre in Port Fouad. The cities are connected by free ferries running all through the day, and together they form a metropolitan area. Alyeska, Alaska An alpine ski area developed in the early 1960's near Girdwood took the name "Alyeska" and, in following years, the developing neighborhood of ski cabins, condominiums and supporting facilities built an unincorporated community using the name. Located about 35 miles southeast of Anchorage (in the Municipality of Anchorage), Alyeska Resort at Mount Alyeska is a few miles northeast of Girdwood, a town alongside the Seward Highway that was largely abandoned after the Alaska Earthquake of 1964 lowered its elevation below the high tide levels of Cook Inlet, causing the town to move to a new site 3 miles inland, absorbing the Alyeska community into Girdwood. An Eastern European cruise offers such a variety of destinations where each port seems like a different world. This will provide a vacation with memories that will last you a lifetime. |