Find out what makes this region so special with calls to Barcelona and Milan on our Mediterranean Explorer cruise on the Island Star.

1. Palma, Majorca
2. Livorno, Florence & Pisa, Italy
3. Genoa, Milan, Italy
4. Marseille, France
5. Barcelona, Spain
6. Valencia, Spain
7. Palma, Majorca

This fascinating cruise opens up many of the best experiences of the Western Med, including calls to Florence and Pisa from Livorno, Milan from Genoa, Valencia and Gaudi's Barcelona.

All of our Mediterranean cruises start in Palma. Think of it as the world's best departure lounge and a perfect place to get into the Mediterranean lifestyle.

Livorno acts as a stepping stone to the legendary landmarks of Tuscany - Florence, the capital of Renaissance art, and Pisa, home of the famous Leaning Tower, cathedral and baptistery.

The historic port of Genoa is ideally situated for a day trip to Milan, Europe's fashion capital.  Waiting for you are the Gallaria Vittorio Emanuele, Milan's elegant arcade, the magnificent Duomo cathedral and La Scala opera house.

Marseille is France's second largest city and on the south side of the old port, you'll find a lively mix of bars, cafes and restaurants.  Nearby are the vineyards of Chateau Neuf du Pape, the cultural city of Avignon and the former capital of the region, Aix en Provence.

Barcelona is a great city to explore with Las Ramblas, the Gothic Quarters and of course Gaudi's works within easy reach.  Within easy reach is miraculous Monserrat, home to the famous Benedictine monsatery, one of the greatest religious shrines in Spain.

From the cutting-edge City of Arts and Sciences leisure complex to quaint paella restaurants and bustling flower markets, Valencia is a city full of fascinating contrasts.  La Albufera nature reserve provides is a further contrast and the opportunity to see over 250 types of birds.

All of our Mediterranean cruises start in Palma. Think of it as the world's best departure lounge and a perfect place to get into the Mediterranean lifestyle.