About Cruises: Cruising the Western Mediterranean

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Cruises Cruises Plan a Cruise Cruise Lines Destinations From Linda Garrison, your Guide to Cruises The Mediterranean Sea is one of the world's most popular cruise destinations, especially between May and October. This week we'll look at some of the fascinating places you can visit on a western Mediterranean cruise. Barcelona I've been to Barcelona many times, and never tire of its fascinating architecture and vibrancy. This Spanish port of call is one of the Mediterranean's busiest, and ships dock just a short distance from the old town area. If you are sailing the western Mediterranean, your ship may be embarking or disembarking in Barcelona, so plan to spend a few extra days exploring. Search Related Topics:  barcelona  spain travel  mediterranean cruises Rome Barcelona anchors the western side of the Mediterranean, but Rome is right in the middle. This city, a favorite of many, is often included on both western and eastern Mediterranean cruises. Unfortunately, the Tiber River is not navigable, so cruise ships dock in Civitavecchia, which is a one to two-hour (depending on traffic) ride from the city. Don't let this distance keep you from visiting one of the world's best cities. Search Related Topics:  rome italy  mediterranean cruises  european cruises Malta Malta is a small island in a strategic location in the Mediterranean Sea. The history of Malta is fascinating, making it a great cruise ship port of call. Search Related Topics:  malta  mediterranean cruises  maltese falcon Monte Carlo Monaco is one of the world's smallest, yet richest countries. Its setting is gorgeous, and cruise visitors can choose many things to do along the Riviera. More About.com Cruises Articles Follow Search Related Topics:  monte carlo  monaco  mediterranean cruises Related Searches Deals on Cruises Dinner Cruises Alaska Cruises Just Cruises Cruises Ship Featured Articles Racing with Dolphins on the Sea of Cortez Aranui Cruise Freighter Profile and Tour Ruby Princess Common Areas Photo Gallery Ride the Grandview Train in Alaska Ruby Princess Caribbean Cruise Destination Wedding Disney Magic Interiors Photo Gallery   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Linda Garrison Cruises Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Cruises newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads Plan Your First Cruise Find the Best Cruise Deals Choose a Cabin on a Cruise Ship Plan a Caribbean Cruise Plan a European Cruise   Follow me on: Advertisement