Mediterranean from Barcelona

Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain with three million inhabitants, a dominating port in northern Mediterranean with one of the most renowned and important universities in the world. The city is a very rich commercial centre, where industrial operations crucial to the Spanish economy take place.
In fact, Catalans have always considered their region unique compared with the other Spanish regions and we can find its roots in the power exercised by Barcelona for four hundred years at least on Spanish monarchy and on European commercial events.

Ένα ευχάριστο πράγμα που μπορείτε να κάνετε είναι απλά να καθίσετε σε μια από τις καφετέριες με θέα το λιμάνι της Marseilles και πίνοντας ένα Pastis, να παρατηρήσετε το τοπίο και τους ανθρώπους που το κατοικούν. Η Μαρσέιγ, που αποκαλείται επίσης “Πόλη των Πορπόζων “, είναι η πιο ηλιόλουστη πόλη της Γαλλίας, γοητευτική με τις ρεματιές της όπου μπορείτε να κολυμπήσετε, την ιστορία και τον πολιτισμό της και τα εστιατόρια με κοσμοπολίτικη κουζίνα. Δεν μπορείτε να φύγετε χωρίς να έχετε πρώτα περιηγηθεί στην “Cours Julien”, το δρόμο για ψώνια. Το λιμάνι της Μαρσέιγ είναι ίσως ένας τυπικός τουριστικός προορισμός, αλλά αξίζει να το επισκεφθείτε για το πλοίο που αναχωρεί από το Δημαρχείο και την παλιά εκκλησία, η οποία αντικατέστησε ένα κτίριο των Ναϊτών.

Above the port of Savona, the Priamar Fortress greets every departure and arrival of the Costa ships sailing in the Mediterranean. Genoa and its aquarium are nearby.
The port of Savona, which you can explore during your cruise in Italy, is one of the prettiest of the Italian Riviera. The lovely climate, summers that are never to hot, mild winters and the exceptional beauty of the sea near the town makes Savona an excellent base to set out to explore Liguria. Savona is notable for the Priamar Fortress, which has dominated the town since the 16th century, and also for its historic centre where you can visit Savona Cathedral. A stop in Savona can also be an opportunity to visit the nearby city of Genoa and its narrow, picturesque streets, known as “caruggi”.

All the flavour of Spain in our stop at the port of Malaga, a city perched on the heights of the Costa del Sol that dominates the Mediterranean with pride.
The port of Malaga is one of the access ports to the Spanish province. The city, perched on the Costa del Sol, is synonymous with art, culture and sunshine, while its hills invite you to explore the surrounding area. Here you will find the Cenachero, Platero and Biznaguero, three emblematic statues that surround the spirit of the place. For cars lovers, the automobile museum traces the history of the innovations seen in the industry. The Montes Natural Park offers several options for excursions of varying difficulty, from beginners to those trails for experienced hikers. Finally, we suggest that you do not miss a show of the Malagueña dancers.

Η στρατηγική θέση της μαροκινής πόλης της Ταγγέρης έχει προσελκύσει τα πιο ισχυρά έθνη στην ιστορία ανά τους αιώνες. Το λιμάνι της Ταγγέρης συνδέει την Αφρική με τη Μεσόγειο μέσω του Στενού του Γιβραλτάρ και είναι ένα από τα σημαντικότερα λιμάνια της χώρας, ένα πραγματικό πολιτιστικό και οικονομικό σταυροδρόμι μεταξύ Ευρώπης και Μαρόκου. Οι κρουαζιέρες της Costa cruise στον Ατλαντικό Ωκεανό αγκυροβολούν στις αποβάθρες του για να ξεκινήσουν να εξερευνήσουν την πόλη. Η Μεντίνα θα είναι ο πρώτος προορισμός του ταξιδιού σας στην Ταγγέρη. Στενά δρομάκια που σκαρφαλώνουν σε έναν λαβύρινθο από σπίτια και μικρές πλατείες πάνω στο λόφο με θέα το λιμάνι. Εδώ, σε υπερυψωμένη θέση βρίσκεται η Kasbah, το φρούριο και κάποτε η κατοικία του σουλτάνου. Η καρδιά της παλιάς πόλης είναι η Place Petit Socco, πολύ κοντά στο Μεγάλο Τζαμί. Η πλατεία της αγοράς, η Grand Socco, χωρίζει τη Medina από τις συνοικίες της Ville Nouvelle. Περπατώντας στην Place de France, η κρουαζιέρα σας στην Ταγγέρη θα σας μεταφέρει πίσω στη δεκαετία του 1930 και στη γαλλική ατμόσφαιρα που βίωσε η πόλη εκείνη την εποχή. Εδώ μπορείτε να απολαύσετε τα ψώνια σας, να χαλαρώσετε σε ένα από τα πολλά σημεία ή να κινηθείτε στην Terrasse des Paresseux που θα σας προσφέρει την καλύτερη θέα του λιμανιού της Ταγγέρης.

Overlooking Morocco’s Atlantic coast, the port of Casablanca is the docking point of your Atlantic Ocean cruise to a modern, cosmopolitan and fairly liberal city.
From the harbour, in addition to the promenade where you can enjoy a stroll, you can quickly reach the medina on the northern side of the old city. Surrounded by walls dating back to the 16th century, the Casablanca medina is not very large, but the Souk el-Kebir has all the charm of a Moroccan market. Definitely very different but worthy of a look while on your cruise to Casablanca is the Habous district where the new medina was developed in the 1930s to solve the city’s housing shortage. The most important mosque is the modern Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993. It stands on a promontory overlooking the Atlantic and the very high minaret serves as a beacon for the harbour. While in Casablanca, a shore excursion to the cathedral of the Sacred Heart is well worth the time. Once a Catholic church, it is now transformed into a cultural centre connected from the Park of the Arab League to the lively Maârif district, modern, full of bars and dominated by the towers of the Twin Center.

Gibraltar is one of the most famous places in the world, linked to numerous legends. Here, the Mediterranean ended and with it the world, but fortunately today we know that’s not the case.
Its strategic position meant that it was disputed over for many centuries by the seafaring nations who had political and commercial interests between Europe and Africa.

The Spain cruise to Gibraltar reveals the charm of this colony with its Rock overlooking the sea where Neanderthal remains have been found, and where a rare breed of macaques roam free. The Rock is the main natural attraction for the number of plant species that flourish on its slopes (as many as 600!) and its colonies of migratory birds. The movements of storks and birds of prey are sight not to be missed and are thrilling to watch as they fly in flocks.

More good reasons to climb to the top are the view from the Rock, a panorama that spans two continents set against the beautiful colours of the sea, and a visit to the monument to the Pillars of Hercules. In addition to the natural attractions, don’t miss a walk to Europa Point, the lighthouse that still guides ships safely, and a shore excursion to the caves of St. Michael, caves that form the stage to numerous concerts and performances due to their perfect acoustics.

We are in Valencia, and nobody can miss the chance to taste a real paella and then take a stroll in the beautiful city centre.
The port of Valencia, in Spain, is the fifth busiest in Europe. Observing the medieval architecture and futuristic buildings of the city, history buffs won’t have any problem in discerning Baroque, Gothic and Moorish influences along the city streets. Don’t forget to visit the popular quarters: Mingle with the locals in Ruzafa at the market, to sample so many delights. Bars, restaurants and outdoor cafes will offer you the Mediterranean flavours of the area.

Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain with three million inhabitants, a dominating port in northern Mediterranean with one of the most renowned and important universities in the world. The city is a very rich commercial centre, where industrial operations crucial to the Spanish economy take place.
In fact, Catalans have always considered their region unique compared with the other Spanish regions and we can find its roots in the power exercised by Barcelona for four hundred years at least on Spanish monarchy and on European commercial events.