• Barri Gothic: Featuring labyrintine streets and the Cathedral of Santa Eulalia, the Gothic Quarter is the center of the old city of Barcelona. Some buildings date back to medieval times and the remains of a Roman wall are visible.
• La Sagrada Familia: The Sagrada Familia, Barcelona's most idiosyncratic and flamboyant church, is regarded as architect Antoni Gaudi's masterpiece and has been under construction since 1882. It features breath-taking spires and awe-inspiring stained glass windows.
• Montjuic / Olympic Stadium: This stadium hosted the opening ceremonies for the 1992 Olympic Games
• Las Ramblas: Barcelona's famed promenade is alive and colorful with flower stalls and cafés. Stroll the old medieval quarter of Barri Gothic.
• Montserrat Benedictine Monastery Complex: This wonderful monastery, considered Catalonia's most important religious retreat, is hidden high in the craggy Montserrat Mountains. The world's oldest publishing house, established in 1499, is also located here.
• Park Guell: Designed by Antoni Gaudi, Catalonia's master architect, this glorious park features many works of wonder, including a serpentine-shaped bench, stunning views of the city and a mosaic dragon at the park's entrance.
• La Pedrera: Known locally as Casa Mila, Gaudi's most accomplished, finished work features an ornate façade with undulating walls and iron art nouveau balconies.
• Sitges: This delightful fishing village, 25 miles north of Barcelona, is popular with tourists thanks to its sandy beaches, café culture, galleries and museums, including the Maricel Museum which houses medieval paintings and sculptures.

The Rock crouches over the sea like an ancient stone beast, looking Sphinx-like to Africa. Beneath the white cliffs of this natural fortress grows a profusion of palm, pine, and cypress. No fewer than 600 varieties of flowers thrive here, some not found anywhere else on Earth. Gibraltar's stunning setting is matched by its history - five countries have battled for 13 centuries to control the passage between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. The result made for a cultural melting pot. Veiled Moroccan women in caftans and vacationing Englishmen and Spaniards stroll along the narrow, steep lanes. The locals revert to a liquid Spanish when talking among themselves. And visitors to a 15th-century cathedral pass through a blue-tiled courtyard, once part of a 13th-century mosque.

Helmeted bobbies, pillar-boxes and pubs make for a bit of Britain in the Mediterranean. Gibraltar is a fascinating place, from its caves and batteries to the Barbary apes gamboling on the slopes of the Rock.

Gibraltar Points of Interest

• Apes' Den: Gibraltar's top attraction, tailless monkeys, known as Barbary Apes, congregate in this viewing area. The last remaining population of the species on the European continent, these playful primates are thriving.
• Cable Car: A rapid ascent of the Rock of Gibraltar affords spectacular views of Europe, Africa and the sparkling Mediterranean. The Top Station is steeped in military history and home to the acrobatic Barbary Apes.
• St. Michael's Cave: Explore the underground chambers of the Rock's largest cave filled with fine stalagmites, subterranean passageways and an unexpected amphitheater. The cave's formations are dramatically lit and displays detail the cave's history.
• Europa Point / Rock of Gibraltar: The Rock is strategically placed where the Atlantic and the Mediterranean meet. The picturesque southernmost point is home to the striped lighthouse, the Shrine of our Lady of Europe and a domed mosque.
• Great Siege Tunnels & Upper Galleries: Walk in the footsteps of British soldiers who carved tunnels out of solid limestone so that cannons could get through to the northern side of the rock, during the Great Siege of 1779 to 1783.
• Gibraltar Museum: Housed in a restored, 18th-century building, the museum showcases the cultural and natural history of Gibraltar through the ages. Displays detail the Rock's geological origins, military involvement and connection to the sea.
• World War II Tunnels: The Rock's WWII tunnels are the site of an exhibition featuring historic photographs and a complete tunnel map. Explore the facilities and various cave formations along with the stunning views from Jocks Balcony.
• Kings Bastion: When the King's Bastion was built, it was the most important defensive position of the Rock's westerly defences. Its shape was based on traditional ideas of bastion fortification: it was a large arrow headed construction which projected from the curtain wall into the sea
  
  

 From relaxing pursuits and enriching activities to world-class entertainment and gourmet cuisine, when you step aboard, you are setting a course for a world of wonderful new discoveries.

Marseille Points of Interest

• Aix-en-Provence: The former medieval capital of Provence boasts a 12th-century cathedral, Saint-Sauveur d'Aix, an Archbishop's Palace and a medieval clock-tower. Fun for shoppers, there are many markets and shops to browse.
• Avignon: Avignon is home to the Palace of the Popes, which has been the residence of nine popes from 1309 to 1378, during their exile from Rome, plus the arched Pont d'Avignon bridge, which dates back to 1171.
• Marseille and Notre Dame de la Garde: Enjoy Marseille's Cornice coastal road, the bustling Le Vieux Port, the neo-Byzantine Cathedral de la Major, and the 19th-century Notre-Dame de la Garde, a beautiful Basilica overlooking the city.
• Pont du Gard: This world famous three-tiered ancient Roman aqueduct bridge, dates back to 40 A.D., and crosses the shallow Gard River. It used to carry around 44 million gallons of water a day from Uzès to Nîmes.
• Arles: Founded by the Roman Emperor Julius Caesar in the year 46 B.C., this picture-perfect town was home to Vincent Van Gogh for nearly one year, during which he painted over 100 canvases from 1888 to 1889.
• Lourmarin: Lourmarin sits at the foot of the charming Luberon mountain range
• Roussillon: One of the prettiest villages of the Luberon range, lively Roussillon is situated in the heart of one of the biggest ochre deposits in the world, boasting cliffs made of yellow, red and white sands.
• Les Baux de Provence: It has a spectacular position in the Alpilles mountains, set atop a rocky outcrop that is crowned with a ruined castle overlooking the plains to the south.

Genoa is the capital of the Province of Genoa and of the region of Liguria. Many regard Genoa as having the largest historic city center in Europe as a result of having been, for centuries, a powerful commercial center seaport and city-state. It was the birthplace of Christopher Columbus and its maritime roots have fostered a dialect that has, absorbed elements of Neapolitan, Calabrese and Portuguese over the centuries.

Genoa's harbor is a bustling swarm of activity, which makes it a great launching point for the sprawling metropolis of Milan.

Genoa Points of Interest

• Cinque Terre: The Five Lands, a string of coastal villages linked by the sea, are part of a national park and World Heritage Site. Stroll through the quaint streets and take in a plethora of cultural sights.
• Santa Margherita: One of the premier destinations on the Riviera, Santa Margherita rose to prominence with the arrival of the English in the 19th century. Enjoy the lively shops and stroll along the seaside promenade.
• San Lorenzo Cathedral: Founded in the 5th century, this Romanesque pillared basilica was remodeled in Gothic style. Inside, see splendid artwork and the earliest example of Renaissance architecture in Genoa.
• Via Garibaldi: Cutting through the city's historic center, narrow Via Garibaldi is flanked by magnificent landmarks including the ornate Ducal Palace, home to a splendid art collection and cultural exhibits.
• Chiesa del Gesu: This 16th century former Jesuit church is situated near Palazzo Ducale in the heart of Genoa. The Baroque building houses paintings by Peter Paul Rubens and frescoes illuminated by bronze chandeliers.
• Milan: Visit Milan, the most important city in northern Italy.
• Portofino: Experience La Dolce Vita when you visit picturesque Portofino, known as the playground of the rich and famous. Explore the colorful streets and historic sites and browse the luxury designer boutiques.
• Rapallo: Guarded by a stately 16th-century castle, the largest Riviera resort has a wonderful seaside promenade. Ride the cable car to the top of Montallegro for beautiful views of the gulf and the hills.

Florence/Pisa Points of Interest

• Florence Duomo and Baptistery: Brunelleschi engineered the innovative Gothic dome gracing the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. As for the stunning bronze doors of the Baptistery, Michelangelo dubbed them "the Gates of Paradise." 
• Florence Accademia (Academy of Fine Arts): Michelangelo's David is on display at the Academy of Fine Arts - the Accademia.
• Field of Miracles and/or Leaning Tower of Pisa: Pisa's Campo dei Miracoli is home to the Duomo, Baptistery, Campo Santo, and the famous Leaning Tower which took over 177 years to build and has been leaning since construction began in 1173.
• Florence Ponte Vecchio & Piazza Della Signoria: Florence's most famous bridge looks as though it should have medieval blacksmiths instead of modern shops. In Piazza della Signoria you'll find a copy of the statue of David, and sculptures by Cellini. 
• Florence Uffizi Museum and Gallery: Significant in architecture and art, The Uffizi is one of the oldest and most famous museums of the Western world, rivaled only by the Louvre in its collection of Renaissance masterpieces. 
• Florence Church of Santa Croce: Legend is that Santa Croce was founded by St. Francis himself. The superb 14th century church is the final resting place of many noble Italians including Michelangelo, Machiavelli and Galileo. 
• Tuscany Villages: Tuscany has rolling slopes are covered with vineyards and silvery green olive groves, providing lots of wonderful photo opportunities with many quaint towns such as Lucca and San Gimignano. 
• Chianti Region: Greve in Chianti is the unofficial capital of the Chianti Region, the town came to prominence in the 13th and 14th centuries as a major trading center.  

Italy's third-largest city, Naples is a bustling metropolis famed for it stately buildings, crowded streets, pizza - and notoriously bad traffic. However, this beautiful city is rich in centuries-old culture and customs. Naples is also your gateway to the Isle of Capri, the fabled Amalfi Coast and the ruins of Pompeii, buried in ash by the cataclysmic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D.

Naples boasts an ideal location, with both the ruins of Roman cities and the stunning Amalfi Coast in easy reach. 

Points Of Interest

• Pompeii: Mt. Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD and completely buried the city of Pompeii. Today it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with fascinating ruins that hint of a once-thriving city.
• Sorrento: This picturesque town sits on the cliffs overlooking the Bay of Naples and boasts stunning views and seafood delicacies. It is also known for its Limoncello, a tangy lemon liqueur.
• Capri: This gorgeous island destination off the Sorrento Peninsula has been a getaway for the rich and famous since Roman times. The city of Capri comprises the eastside and Anacapri lies to the west.
• Amalfi Coast: The Amalfi coast and its namesake town offer miles of beautiful scenery-from the fragrant lemon groves dotting the lush landscape to the dramatic cliffs that meet the sea below.
• Positano: Pastel houses tumble down the cliffs to a beach dotted with fishing boats. Long a draw for sophisticated travelers, Positano boasts elegant boutiques and seaside cafés.
• Herculaneum: Discovered in 1709, Herculaneum was buried under mud in the 79 A.D. eruption. Excavations revealed its well-preserved Roman villas.
• Mt. Vesuvius: This volcano destroyed the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Now dormant, it is a bucolic national park with many walking trails and a summit open to visitors.
• Posillipo Hill: Capture a panoramic view of the city and the Bay of Naples from this vantage point.