Greece, Italy Cruise on Seadream II from Athens (Piraeus)

Athens (Piraeus)

Athens, the capital city of Greece is an active cosmopolitan mix of different cultures and people, passionate about their art and history. The climate is one of the best in Europe, with mild winters and very hot summers, ideal for tourism. It is located just a few miles from the port of Piraeus, the central commercial port of the capital, and the shores of southern Attica. The main attractions of Athens are The Ancient Agora, Anafiotika, The Acropolis, Mount Lycabettus, Thiseion Cinema, Gazi, Monastiraki Flea Market, Pireaus seaside, Pireaus open air market, Kastella Hill, Veakio open air theatre and Piraeus Archaeological.

Hydra (Greece)

Hydra is a small Greek island in the Aegean Sea. It's only main town is simply known as "Hydra Port" and is the main population center with it's Resteraunts, Cafes, shops and local market catering to the tourists and locals.

Delphi, Itea, Greece

Delphi is an archaeological site and a modern town in Greece on the south western spur of Mount Parnassus in the valley of Phocis. It is a World Heritage Site. It has an archaeological site related to the Oracle of Delphi. The Pythian Games were held in Delphi. Among Delphi's art treasures is the Charioteer of Delphi.

Taormina (Italy)

One of those charming places that italian geography hides, especially in the Isle of Siciliy. In this case we are talking about this city in the Mesina province. This city is famous because it was a rest and inspiration place for Truman Capote or Thomas Mann, and also well known artists as Salvador Dali and Orson Wells. As many cities in SIcily, Taormina is located on a mountain, 200 meters abouve love level, where you will find idyllic views that end up in beaches with clear waters. Some points of interest of this city are: The Greco-Roman Theatre, that was built by the romans three centuries b.C., the structure is mainly roman as it was restored by them on the first century a.C. You can also visit the Villa Comunale and see the wonderful views to Etna Volcano. Also outstands the Palaces Corvaia, Ciampoli, o dei Duchi di Santo Stefano.

Capri (Italy)

Capri is located in south Italy, on the entrance of Gulf of Naples, and you can find the ruins of the Imperial Roman villas. In the 50's Capri was a very popular destination for the international jet set. The central piazzetta of Capri, although it still mantains it's urban architecture, is full of luxurious shops, unique restaurants and paparazzis searching for celebrities.

Capri (Italy)

Capri is located in south Italy, on the entrance of Gulf of Naples, and you can find the ruins of the Imperial Roman villas. In the 50's Capri was a very popular destination for the international jet set. The central piazzetta of Capri, although it still mantains it's urban architecture, is full of luxurious shops, unique restaurants and paparazzis searching for celebrities.

Amalfi (Italy)

Amalfi is a town and comune in the province of Salerno, in the region of Campania, Italy, on the Gulf of Salerno. It lies at the mouth of a deep ravine, at the foot of Monte Cerreto (1,314 feet), surrounded by dramatic cliffs and coastal scenery. Amalfi is the main town of the coast on which it is located, named Costiera Amalfitana, and is today an important tourist destination together with other towns on the same coast, such as Positano, Ravello and others. Amalfi is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Amalfi occupied a high position in medieval architecture; its cathedral of Sant'Andrea (Saint Andrew, 11th century), the campanile, the convent of the Cappuccini, founded by the Amalfitan Cardinal Pietro Capuano, richly represent the artistic movement prevailing in Southern Italy at the time of the Normans, with its tendency to blend the Byzantine style with the forms and sharp lines of the northern architecture.