The Mediterranean has perhaps more potential as a cruise destination than any other region. Whether taking a mini-break or a long cruise, looking for sun touched beaches, stylish gastronomic capitals, history-rich heritage sites or a bit of everything, the Mediterranean is a perfect destination. Nowhere else in the world has such a wide diversity of cultures and fascinating histories in such a small and manageable area.

With the high-class casinos of Monaco, the world famous culinary hotspots of Spain, France and Italy, and the ancient ruins in Greece and Rome, there is too much to see and do in just one cruise, so visitors are keen to come back.

Fortunately, the Mediterranean is an easy region to cruise to. Its mild climate makes a med cruise popular all year round and its proximity to Britain means that there are plenty of flights to all destinations in the region everyday, while the more environmentally conscious need not fly at all!  

There are almost too many beautiful and fascinating ports of call to choose from in this region and the largest disappointment you are likely to suffer is lack of time to see all the gems of the continent.    

The coastlines of Spain, France and Italy combine luxury resorts with some of the finest cuisine in the region. Alternatively, the coastline of Croatia, with its clear waters, grand cliff faces and secluded sandy coves, should not be missed. The port town of Dubrovnik has a stunning walled old city packed with deliciously tempting restaurants and bars.

For beaches, the turquoise waters and sandy bays of the Mediterranean islands such as Sardinia, Corsica and Malta are as good as any you'll find in the Caribbean. After hours relaxing on the soft sands, visitors can find chic yacht clubs and first class restaurants along the coastline, making these some of the most luxurious stops in the region.

Passengers cruising in search of history and culture might relish a stop in Rome or Greece, the ancient capitals of the world and birthplaces of western culture. Alternatively, Turkey has a great and varied past that is frequently overlooked in favour of her neighbours' and plays host to a plethora of archaeological sites and historical ruins.

Popular ports of call in the region include Dubrovnik and Split, Croatia; Larnaca and Limassol, Cyprus; Cannes, Marseilles and Nice, France; Athens, Corfu, Heraklion (Crete), Piraeus and Rhodes, Greece; Catania (Sicily), Civitavecchia, Genoa, Livorno, Naples, Savona and Venice, Italy; Monte Carlo; Funchal (Madeira) and Lisbon, Portugal; Koper, Slovenia; Barcelona, Cadiz, Malaga, Palma (Majorca) and Valencia, Spain; Istanbul, Kusadasi and Marmaris, Turkey.

With so many cruise lines sailing the region all year round, there is a great variety of cruises on offer. Popular routes include Athens to Rome, Lisbon to Venice, Lisbon to Barcelona, Rome to Venice, Madeira to Nice and Athens round trip.

Luxury Mediterranean cruise lines that sail to the Mediterranean include Azamara, Celebrity, Crystal, Cunard, Hapag-Lloyd, Ponant, Regent Seven Seas, Sea Cloud Cruises, Sea Dream, Silversea, Star Clippers, Swan Hellenic, Windstar & Yachts of Seabourn. 

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