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Cruise the Mediterranean taking in the sun soaked coastline of Spain, the timeless treasures in southern France, and the historic charm of Italy, Croatia, Greece and Turkey. Discover the lesser known gems of Cyprus, Montenegro, and Sicily as you cruise through the azure waters of the Med and discover a patchwork of ports each with their own allure.

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Scenic
For more than 36 years Scenic have sought that which lies beyond the horizon, seeking out new experiences, landscapes and cultures to expand your consciousness....more The Scenic Eclipse fleet sets the standard in ocean cruising in terms of technology, size and luxury. State-of-the-art safety features allow us to unlock destinations only others can dream of. Designed to deliver the ultimate experience of a lifetime for only 228 guests, only 200 in the Polar regions, the Scenic Eclipse fleet takes ocean cruising to a whole new level – marrying luxury, discovery and safety, and giving guests the opportunity to explore above and beyond what was previously imaginable.
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Budget:Luxury
Known For:6 Star Cruising
Fleet Size:2
Norwegian Cruise Line
No schedules. No stipulations. Just award-winning entertainment and diverse dining options from the only cruise line built for versatile vacationing. NCL's...more award-winning ships are designed for you to enjoy as you choose while cruising to beautiful destinations around the world. Add a wide range of superb dining options and spectacular entertainment and you'll experience your best holiday ever.
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Budget:Premium
Known For:Entertainment & Race Tracks
Fleet Size:19
Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys is the new luxury lifestyle travel brand launched in 2023 by the MSC group redefining the luxury ocean experience. Vibrant, cosmopolitan...more relaxed European luxury at sea. Instead of cruises we create journeys – of the mind and across the oceans of the world, as we visit extraordinary places on and off the beaten track.
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Known For:The Ocean State of Mind
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Discover Popular highlights on a Mediterranean cruise

Ancient Ephesus

Ancient Ephesus

Inland from the Turkish port of Kusadasi, the impressive remnants of this Roman city provide an insight into life in this region during ancient times.

Old Meets New in Split

Old Meets New in Split

Wander the enchanting streets and squares, check out the old walls of Diocletian’s Palace and enjoy modern Dalmatian life amidst the buzzing waterside bars and restaurants.

Ramble Along La Rambla

Ramble Along La Rambla

This popular tree lined boulevard cuts through the heart of Barcelona boasting cafes, restaurants, colourful flower shops and a street market brimming with local produce.

Aegean Vistas

Aegean Vistas

Take in sweeping views from a vantage point in Oia, a gorgeous village where whitewashed buildings topped with blue domes are carved into the cliffs standing sentinel over the Aegean. Your Santorini dream fulfilled.

The Amalfi Coast

The Amalfi Coast

Where candy coloured buildings cling to the cliffs of an azure coastline. Stroll the winding paths of Positano, take in the view from the quintessentially charming main square of Ravello, or explore the Emerald Grotto.

Latest Reviews What our clients are saying about their journeys sailing in and around the Mediterranean

Mother Daughter Cruise     , ACT, Australia, Nov 2024
I really should have done my homework on this cruise ship. I’ve learnt a lot about what to look for in a cruise. This cruise ship was not for us. Personal opinion though. Main reasons was the generation difference. The first 10 days was basically a 70’s plus floating retirement home. Don’t get me wrong, I love the elderly. But when you are taking your ...read more daughter (22 yrs old) on a very expensive cruise you would expect to have some younger ones around. It did improve the following 10 days with other guests coming aboard that were younger. I’m now fully clued up on which cruise lines cater for what age group. Every days a school day. Due to the elderly population the activities were catered around them. I found the activities repeated themselves and not many to choose from. The evening shows in the Princess Theatre were too loud, and I had to leave a few shows because my ears were hurting. I was not alone. The Cruise Director was aware of it and advised they had fixed the volume but there was little difference. The quality of the shows were average. I think I enjoyed three of them.

The food was varied and there was something for all tastes. Though I wished I could of shown them how to make mash potatoes and custard. Both were low standard and almost not edible. They nailed the roast meats, they were brilliant. If you are lactose intolerant or allergic to dairy you can forget the dessert bar. I lived on jelly the entire cruise. I wasn’t going to miss out on dessert. 😂 The staff were divine.

The rooms perfect for what you need. Beds super comfy with awesome soft fluffy pillows and the doona cosy. The shower was clearly designed around a 5 year. It’s tiny. You can’t bend in it. So shaving legs, forget it unless you stick your leg out and put your foot on the toilet lid. The laundry was awesome. It’s where I found a duck. I was extremely disappointed when the only two ports I was desperate to visit and were solely the reason I chose this cruise we were unable to disembark due to high winds. No fault of the cruise company but extremely disappointing as I’ll never get that opportunity again.

Dubrovnik and Mykonos 😔 I didn’t enjoy Tunisia and Kotor. We had professional photos taken on the last night offered. Rookie mistake. Our photos were terrible. Even the Manager agreed and gave me two digital ones for free if I paid for two printed ones. There was literally only two worth purchasing. It is wise to have photos taken throughout the whole cruise and by different photographers. That way you have many choices and the photographers have different skill levels. We learnt the hard way. For those of you cruising for the first time, they have a crew appreciation fee. Where they charge your room $17 per person each day. I’m assuming the money goes to top up the staff wages. That’s another $680 you are charged on top of gratuity and the cost of the cruise. It certainly adds up. Don’t forget the drinks and wifi packages. Which we did not do as we just couldn’t afford it.

Island Princess Cruise is perfect if you want a small ship, a handful of activities, enjoy meeting older people, and looking for a very quiet relaxing time. Unfortunately that was not what I was looking for, and came away disappointed. As I previously mentioned, I should of researched it better.
Adriatic and Aegean Explorer   , NSW, Australia, Oct 2024
Global Journeys provided a stress free booking experience and communicate well. My husband and I enjoyed the 20 day Adriatic and Aegean Explorer cruise on Princess. It should be noted that this cruise was 2 cruise tours put together. The food and entertainment were fantastic. The passengers were mostly of retirement age. We had great weather and less ...read more crowds in October. The Princess shore excursions were well organised, but at a slow pace sometimes. So we booked an independent shore experience online, kayaking around Dubrovnik, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Next time I would research more active onshore experiences.
Mediterannean Cruise   , NSW, Australia, Sep 2024
A great cruise on the MSC Seaview, the ship was full, my cabin was upgraded from a Balcony Cabin to a Suite, but it was at the end of the corridor at the front of the ship, with half of the balcony view covered by metal due to the ships design and the normal glass section to look out was all metal, so pointless to sit on the balcony because you couldn't ...read more see anything.

The ship itself was lovely, and despite having over 5,000 passengers, didn't feel crowded. I had meals in the dining room and the food was delicious and very well presented. They had lots for kids, zip-line, water slide, water play area, ten pin bowling and games room. Plenty of pools to sit around on the one day we had sailing.

The cruise started and finished in Rome we visited Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Canne, Genoa and La Specia. All beautiful cities, the day trips that I booked through MSC were well run, informative and the costs not excessive. I liked the way you could pay cash into your onboard account, so not to have the added credit card charges. The staff were excellent and friendly and the cabins serviced daily, with towels changed whenever required. Would definitely cruise again with MSC.
Amazing Mediterranean cruise   , NSW, Australia, Jul 2024
The Princess cruise around the Mediterranean has exeeded our expectations. The Sun Princess is a great ship and we could not speak highly enough of the staff. We enjoyed all the ports of call and the shore tours organised through Princes cruises were well organised and great value. Definately the best we cruise we have ever taken.

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10 Things You Should Know About the Med

31 August, 2019

10 Things You Should Know About the Med

A popular destination for sun seekers, history lovers, and cruisers the world over, ‘the Med’ is to most an alluring sun kissed, island hopping destination where azure seas offer warm waters and charming coastal ports. Getting to know the region is truly like opening a treasure chest . This...

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