The Cream Of The Crop For Your Mediterranean Cruise

Few vacations feel more luxurious than a Mediterranean cruise. With a trip like this, you get to enjoy the sun, sea, and one of the best lifestyles in the world, all from on-the-go accommodation that gives you everything you could need to ensure a trip like no other. But, which destinations should feature on your cruise roster?

From rich culture to stunning scenery and a famously relaxed lifestyle, most Mediterranean destinations have it all. But you can’t visit them all (unless you want to be at sea for a little too long!), so how do you narrow things down?

In truth, whichever destinations you choose are unlikely to disappoint, but we’re going to consider a few of the best options that are all well worth centring your cruise around.

Italy

From pizza to picture-perfect views, Italy is certainly an attractive cruising destination, and a sea-faring trip here could see you soaking up one of the most romantic countries in the world. Cruises around Italy can see you enjoying islands like Sicily and Sardinia, as well as iconic cities including Naples and Venice, both of which are located directly on Italy’s coastline.

Even if you prefer to stay off the beaten tourist track, an Italian cruise could take you to lesser-explored coastal towns in the area, including Italy’s smallest municipality, Atrani, where guests can relax on the iconic Spiaggia di Atrani beach, and visit landmarks like the impressive thirteenth century Santa Maria Maddalena Church.

Of course, a trip to Italy wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Rome, and a cruise could see you enjoying this eye-opening experience, too. While Rome isn’t directly located on the coast, it’s only around 15 miles inland, and the majority of local cruise tours will make time to visit here for the obviously iconic historical sites on offer, including the Colosseum and the Pantheon.

Greece

The Greek Islands can feel tailor-made for a cruising tour, which could see you enjoying almost any Greek destination by sea. Tourists especially tend to enjoy cruises around the Cyclades Islands in the Aegean Sea, as these are widely considered some of the most beautiful islands in the world, and consist of some of Greece's top tourist destinations including Santorini’s strikingly volcanic landscape, and Mykonos’ blend of luxury and picturesque architecture.

But the Cyclades are far from the only cruise-worthy spot in all of Greece, which consists of an impressive 6.000 islands in total, 227 of which are inhabited. Myth lovers might enjoy a cruise to Crete, home of Greek mythology with impressive sites like Dikteon Cave, believed to be Zeus’ birthplace, and Knossos, the dwelling place of the labyrinth and Minotaur.

Or perhaps you’re simply interested in a Greek cruise for the sake of those famed white sandy beaches. In that case, you’ll want to ensure you’re making time for top beach destinations including Navagio Beach in Zakynthos, which also benefits from its very own shipwreck and white sands, or Agios Georgios in Lefkada, a fantastic family beach destination thanks to its long stretches of white sand.

Croatia

It’s hardly surprising to see Croatia on this list considering that local destination Dubrovnik is literally known as ‘The Pearl of the Adriatic’ thanks to its historic beauty and, more recently, Games of Thrones fame as the setting for ‘King’s Landing’. More broadly, you could say that Croatia in general is an Adriatic jewel, stretching as it does across 78 islands, all of which are close to the shore for your cruising pleasure.

When booking a trip here with a company like Cruise Croatia, you’ll be able to explore Croatia’s rich history across locations like Dubrovnik, Split, and Pula, the latter of which has its very own preserved amphitheatre to rival Rome. Or perhaps you’re more interested in Croatia’s famously striking landscapes, which are best enjoyed from national parks that include Krka of waterfall frame, or Mljet, an island that remains over 84% forested.

Croatia also has a lot to offer to jet setters looking to party and soak up a little luxury, with destinations including Hvar providing world-class dining and a renowned nightlife that’s previously attracted iconic names from Prince Harry to Beyonce and beyond.

Conclusion

If you’re wondering which Mediterranean cruise destination you should choose, the simple answer is that any of these could see you enjoying the trip of a lifetime. While food lovers will inevitably do well in Italy, Greece offers sandy beaches like no other, while history and natural beauty abound in Croatia. Simply take your pick, then settle in for a cruise you’ll always remember.

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