Top 7 Western Mediterranean Cruise Destinations

Submitted by: Marc Lindham

If you are contemplating a cruise vacation, whether with family, friends or your better half, a Mediterranean cruise would be a perfect choice.

If you are contemplating a cruise vacation, whether with family, friends or your better half, a Mediterranean cruise would be a perfect choice. There are numerous destinations on the western Mediterranean coast that you could visit. Here are the top 7 destinations that you should contemplate.

1. Rome, Italy: Western Mediterranean cruises would not be complete without a visit to Rome. The world?s most famous landmarks as well as architecture are located in this city. Rome?s history as a civilization can be traced as far back as 2500 years. Thus, it would be a disservice to yourself if you did not pay a visit to this remarkable city on your western Mediterranean cruise.

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2. Barcelona, Spain: This is the second largest city in Spain. It is a great vacation destination which offers amazing architecture, delicious food, flamenco and culture. Whether you want to go shopping or if you would rather spend your time lazing by the beach, you are sure to find all this in this city.

3. Florence, Italy: Typically, during western Mediterranean cruises, your ship will dock at Livomo giving you a chance to explore the city of Florence on your own. Most tourists will opt for a taxi from the port to the train station and this ride is relatively inexpensive. If you are on a short schedule, you should know from the get go that you will not have the time to explore the entire city. However, there are a number of things that you can do before getting on the cruise ship again such as visiting the landmarks and having a Tuscan meal al fresco, see Michelangelo?s David, or visit the famous Uffizi Gallery.

4. Palma de Mallorca, Spain: This is a popular tourist destination located at the island off the southern coast of Spain. The reason why this is a popular western Mediterranean destination is due to the fact that it has a wealth of entertainment activities for both families as well as adults. You cannot resist the pristine waters whether you would like to go scuba diving or simply lie by the beach working on your tan.

5. Lisbon, Portugal: When taking a cruise from Lisbon, there are numerous ways that you can get to the mainland and explore the city. It has a rich history in arts and exploration, and a lot of the New World was found by expeditions starting from here. This is a home of Fado, the melancholic music bound to move you and enjoy this romantic, old city.

6. Tenerife, Canary Islands: This Island is known for its year round great weather making it a popular tourist destination. Whether it is the vibrant nightlife or the gorgeous beaches, you are sure to find something that will occupy you both day and night thus making for a vacation.

7. Malaga, Spain: This city that was founded by Phoenicians over a thousand years ago is now a thriving tourist hot spot. The home of Picasso and Antonio Banderas, it is a great hub for exploring Costa del Sol ? ?The Coast of the Sun?.

There are a number of other destinations for western Mediterranean cruises if you are contemplating a memorable vacation with your loved ones. Feel free to explore and plan your dream western Mediterranean cruise.

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