Amalfi
Amalfi is a picturesque seaside town on the famous Amalfi Coast in southern Italy. Built amphitheatrically between steep cliffs and the Mediterranean Sea, it captivates visitors with its natural beauty and medieval architecture. Highlights include the Cathedral of Saint Andrew, narrow winding alleys, and the charm of a historic maritime town. Amalfi is an ideal destination for romantic travelers, history lovers, and anyone seeking authentic Italian elegance.
Fusina (Venice), Italy
Fusina is a town located in the mainland of Venice, Italy. Fusina is also home to several industrial and commercial activities, including a large petroleum refinery, which is one of the biggest in Italy. The town has a population of around 2,500 people and offers a range of services, such as shops, restaurants, and hotels, to visitors and residents alike.
Naples, Italy
Naples is one of Italy’s most vibrant and historic cities, set on the bay that bears its name, with the imposing Mount Vesuvius as its backdrop. It is the country’s third-largest city and is renowned for its rich culture, its cuisine — pizza was born here — and its unique atmosphere that blends chaos, energy, and authenticity. The city boasts an impressive old quarter, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with narrow streets, churches, palaces, and underground passages that reveal layers of history from antiquity to the present. Naples’ port is also significant, serving as a gateway to the islands of the bay (Capri, Ischia, Procida) as well as a hub for Mediterranean cruises. With its strong character, Naples is a city of contrasts: from the intensity of daily life and bustling markets to art, music, and the sense of walking through a “living museum.”
Giardini Naxos, Sicily
Giardini Naxos is located in Sicily on the Ionian coast, very close to Taormina. It is famous as the site of the first Greek settlement in Sicily, dating back to the 8th century BC. Today, it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the area, known for its beaches, the archaeological park with remains of ancient Naxos, and its lively atmosphere with restaurants, cafés, and seaside hotels. Its location also offers stunning views of Mount Etna and easy access to both cultural and natural attractions in eastern Sicily.
Kotor (Montenegro)
Kotor is a historic coastal town in Montenegro, built on the bay of the same name, which is considered one of the most impressive fjords of the Mediterranean. It is distinguished by its well-preserved medieval old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with narrow alleyways, stone mansions, and striking walls climbing up the mountainside. Historically a center of trade and seafaring, today it attracts numerous visitors thanks to its unique architecture, natural scenery, and vibrant cultural life.
Valletta
Valletta, Malta, is a historic coastal city renowned for its impressive Baroque architecture and rich cultural heritage. It serves as Malta’s capital and offers a wealth of museums, churches, and fortifications. Valletta’s charming streets, vibrant waterfront, and numerous cafes and restaurants make it a vibrant hub for tourists. Its strategic location and well-preserved history attract visitors interested in culture, history, and Mediterranean scenery.
Rovinj, Croatia
Rovinj, the “Blue Pearl of the Adriatic”, is one of the most picturesque towns in the Mediterranean and is located in Istria, the most northern and popular part of Croatia. Part of the Venetian Empire for over 500 years, the old town is perched on a pear-shaped peninsula high up on a hill, crowded with Venetian terracotta-roofed houses.
Civitavecchia/Rome, Italy
Civitavecchia is a town and comune of the province of Rome. A sea port which is located 80 kilometres west-north-west of Rome. The harbor is formed by two piers and a breakwater, on which is a lighthouse.
Split Croatia
Split is a Mediterranean city of exceptional beauty, surrounded by lush pine forests and stands of wildflowers, dating 1700 years ago. Wander through the old cobbled streets and discover the imposing Palace of Diocletian in the heart of the city or catch a ferry to visit the picturesque Ivari island, famous for its fine wines Ntalmatia.
Zadar
Zadar is a coastal town and seaport of Croatia, located north of Split. The city has been inhabited since the 7th century BC. The old town is built on a peninsula, surrounded by a wall and is completely built up, with the typical architecture of medieval cities. The modern Zadar is a tourist city and major sights are the octagonal church of Agios Donatos (9th century) with its impressive bell tower, the Cathedral of St. Anastasia (9th-12th century) and the Roman market near Zeleni square.