Limassol is the second-largest city of Cyprus and the biggest municipality of the island. The city is located on Akrotiri Bay on the island’s southern coast and it is the biggest port in the Mediterranean transit trade. Limassol is renowned for its long cultural tradition. A wide spectrum of activities and a great number of museums and archaeological sites are available to the interested visitor.

Dubrovnik has been proclaimed ‘the pearl of the Adriatic’. It is a tranquil touristic centre. Its historical heritage, cultural interests and events, excellent climate, lush vegetation, enchanting beaches, hidden coves, and friendly atmosphere, make this city one of the most attractive destinations on the Adriatic Sea.

As the largest Croatian city on the Adriatic coast, situated between Venice and the Ionian Islands, and a major transport hub, Split is one of the most fascinating cities in the Adriatic. It is the main city in Dalmatia, built from Emperor Diocletian, and also one of the oldest cities in the area traditionally considered just over 1,700 years old. In 1979, the historic center of Split was included into the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites. Split is said to be one of the centers of Croatian culture. Its literary tradition can be traced back to medieval times.

Beneath its sophisticated surface, lies a quite essentially Greek island. Hundreds of tiny chapels dot this blue and white-washed island with its beautiful windmills. Find a table on the waterfront and bask in the serenity of sunset over its picturesque harbor.

This island is known as the site of the apocalyptic revelations of St. John the Divine, written here during his exile from the Roman Empire. The cave where he lived is near the site of the Monastery of the Apocalypse. The Monastery of St. John, built on one of the island’s highest points, houses priceless icons and manuscripts in its Treasury.

The beautiful “Island of Roses” has a rich and varied history. On a hill above the charming town of Lindos rises an ancient acropolis dedicated to the goddess Athena. Below lies the bay of St.Paul, where the apostle landed during his voyages.

Heraklion is just three miles away from the fantastic ruins of the Palace of Knossos. Discovered in 1899 and partially reconstructed, the elaborate Palace is believed to be the mythical Labyrinth of King Minos and the seat of ancient Minoan culture.

The island of Santorini is perhaps the most breathtaking of all the Greek Islands. In the town of Thira white-washed houses,narrow streets, open-air cafes and glittering boutiques cling to steep cliffs, accessible by cable-car or mule.

Capital of Greece, cradle of democracy, birthplace of Western Civilization, Athens is a vibrant city where old and new co-exist. The majestic Parthenon rises above the city, its ancient glory still visible in the time-worn stone.

Symi is one of the most picturesque islands of the Dedocanese with mountains which descend steeply to the sea and form charming bays. The Monastery of the Archangel Michael found at Panormitis, is the island’s most famous sight.

Kos is the island of Hippocrates, the third largest in the Dodecanese after Rhodes and Karpathos, with a fine port, vast beaches, clear seas and enormous historical interest.

It is difficult to describe in a few words a large and beautiful island such as Mytilene. Mytilene is not only famous for the quality of its olive oil and cheese but also for its folk art, such as ceramics, wood carving and woven articles.

Syros is known as the dame of the Cyclades duster, the capital of the islands. It takes present visitors back to its heyday with its picturesque squares, impressive neoclassical buildings and exquisite manors.

The city of Volos is located at the foot of the peninsula of Pelion at the centre of Greece. It is a lively town famous for Jason & the Argonauts who started from here the first and most famous Greek nautical expedition. The city has an important waterfront which is lined with many pastry shops, cafes-bars, restaurants and mezedopolia.

The name of Kalymnos has always been associated with the world of sponge-fishing. The picture which springs to mind when one thinks of this island is of a pier with caiques moored against it; these are the craft which are used for sponge-fishing. Most of

Samos is known for its production and the quality of its wine, the sweet variety of which has an international reputation. Samos is a gorgeous, verdant place covered with pure white sandy beaches, picturesque villages and fishing harbours.

Paros is in the centre of the Cyclades. It has an area of 195 sq.km , a coastline of 119km and a population of 8,000. The island is famous for the quality of its wine, both red and white.

Thessaloniki, the second largest city in Greece, is one of the oldest cities in Europe. In Roman times it was visited by Saint Paul, who preached the new religion and who later addressed his two well-known epistles to the Christians of Thessaloniki. Old houses, neoclassical buildings, stand side by side with modern dwellings which make a walk through any section of the city an interesting journey.

Kalamata is a city in southern Greece and the capital of the Messenia prefecture located on the Peloponnesus. The name Kalamata comes from the Greek word ‘kalo mata’ which means beautiful eyes.

Venice, the capital of the region of Veneto in northern Italy, is best known as “La Serenissima" and the "City of Water". The city stretches across 118 small islands in the marshy Venetian Lagoon along the Adriatic Sea.

Lebanon, situated on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, is known as the Paris of Middle East. Beirut, which is the capital of Lebanon, combines charming scenery, buildings and museums which reflect the long history of the country. It is also the centre of many international conferences such as ESCWA and UNESCO.

A tour to nearby Ephesus should not be missed, for here history truly comes to life. Walking towards the ancient harbor, down a marble road rutted by the wheels of countless chariots, you pass architectural masterpieces like the Library of Celsus before arriving at the Great Amphitheater where St. Paul preached.

Istanbul with it's blend of East and West has resulted in some of the most magnificent architecture in the world such as Agia Sofia, Blue Mosque and furthermore the Topkapi Palace with its treasures of the Ottoman Empire.

Located at the crossroads of Europe in the West and Asia in the East, Istanbul boasts some of the world’s most magnificent architecture such as Agia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Topkapi Palace with its treasures of the Ottoman Empire.