| Cruise Region : Indian Ocean, South Africa / Madagascar |
| Company : MSC Cruises |
| Ship : MSC Splendida |
| Journey Start : Wed 03 Apr 2024 |
| Journey End : Tue 30 Apr 2024 |
| Count Nights : 27 nights |
| Day | Date | Port | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3.04 Wed | Cape Town / South Africa | 18:00 | |
| 2 | 4.04 Thu | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 3 | 5.04 Fri | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 4 | 6.04 Sat | Durban / South Africa | 07:00 | 18:00 |
| 5 | 7.04 Sun | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 6 | 8.04 Mon | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 7 | 9.04 Tue | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 8 | 10.04 Wed | La Possession / Reunion | 09:00 | 19:00 |
| 9 | 11.04 Thu | Port Louis / Mauritius | 07:00 | 23:59 |
| 10 | 12.04 Fri | Port Louis / Mauritius | 00:01 | 23:59 |
| 11 | 13.04 Sat | Port Louis / Mauritius | 00:01 | 12:00 |
| 12 | 14.04 Sun | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 13 | 15.04 Mon | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 14 | 16.04 Tue | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 15 | 17.04 Wed | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 16 | 18.04 Thu | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 17 | 19.04 Fri | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 18 | 20.04 Sat | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 19 | 21.04 Sun | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 20 | 22.04 Mon | Safaga / Egypt | 06:00 | 20:00 |
| 21 | 23.04 Tue | Aqaba / Jordan | 08:00 | 19:00 |
| 22 | 24.04 Wed | Suez Canal / Egypt | 17:00 | 17:30 |
| 23 | 25.04 Thu | Suez Canal / Egypt | 14:00 | 14:30 |
| 24 | 26.04 Fri | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 25 | 27.04 Sat | Day at sea / Sea | ||
| 26 | 28.04 Sun | Naples / Italy | 09:00 | 18:00 |
| 27 | 29.04 Mon | Rome (Civitavecchia) / Italy | 07:00 | 18:00 |
| 28 | 30.04 Tue | Genoa / Italy | 08:00 |
Important: MSC reserves the right to change the cabin to the same category or higher. However, MSC will do everything possible to avoid changing the cabin.
Additional costs:
Additionally paid on the liner:
For any purchase of goods on the liner in bars, restaurants, shops and services in the spa center, hairdresser, etc. you will be additionally charged a service fee, which will average 15% of the purchase price.
Drink packages for the seasons "Winter 2025-2026", "Summer 2026", "Winter 2026-2027"
Drink packages must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin, including children over 3 years old (they book the MINORS PACKAGE for children);
Seating at the same table in the main restaurant for dinner is only possible if all guests have booked the same drink package (or if all guests do not have one);
Packages are intended for personal use, the cruise card is not transferable to other people. Only one drink can be ordered per request. In case of violation of the rules for using the package, the cruise company reserves the right to block this package without a refund for unused days;
Packages are valid every day during the cruise and cannot be purchased per day;
In accordance with Saudi Arabian law, alcoholic beverages are not served during port calls in Saudi Arabia (only soft drinks are available). Alcoholic beverages will only be available once the ship has left port and is at sea;
The price of drink packages when purchased on board will be higher than when booking a cruise;
A detailed list of drinks included in drink packages will be provided in the bar menus on board the ship;
Drink packages are also valid on Sir Bani Yas and Ocean Cay;
The cruise line reserves the right to suspend drink packages at any time;
The price is per person per day.
Where applicable:
Mediterranean; Northern Europe; UAE and Gulf; Canary Islands; Caribbean from Fort-de-France; Round-the-World Routes
EASY PACKAGE (for adults aged 18 and over)
A limited selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass:
Beer (1 type) and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Limited selection of spirits
Solid drinks and juices
Classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, tea
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks – unlimited).
A detailed list of drinks is presented in the bar menus on board the ship.
Those who wish can take advantage of a €7 discount on a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy package (a 15% service charge will be added to the price difference).
Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.
Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 36 €/day
EASY PLUS PACKAGE (for adults from 18 years)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to 9 €:
Draught, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red, and sparkling)
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Strong alcoholic drinks of famous brands
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).
The Easy plus package gives a 10% discount on the purchase of bottles of wine on board.
Those who wish can take advantage of a €9 discount on a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy plus package (a 15% service charge will be added to the difference in price).
Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.
Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The following items are not included in the package price: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 50 €/day
PREMIUM EXTRA PACKAGE (for adults from 18 years)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to 14 €:
Draught, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer A wide selection of wines and champagne
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Premium spirits
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
Limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (unlimited soft drinks).
The Premium Extra package offers a 25% discount on bottles of wine and champagne on board.
Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.
Where it is not valid:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or travelling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 70 €/day
ALCOHOL-FREE PACKAGE (for adults from 18 years)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".
Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.
Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case the seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children who have reached the age of three, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: mini-bar, alcoholic drinks.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 24 €/day
MINORS PACKAGE (for children aged 3 to 17)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream to go.
Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.
Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
This package is bookable for children aged 3 to 17 years old, traveling in the same cabin with adults. However, adult passengers must book adult drink packages.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic drinks.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 11 days and more 17 € / day
Caribbean from Miami; North America; Alaska
EASY PACKAGE (for adults from 21 years)
A limited selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass:
Beer (1 type) and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Limited selection of spirits
Sodas and juices
Classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, tea
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).
A detailed list of drinks is presented in the bar menus on board the liner.
Those who wish can take advantage of a $10 discount on the purchase of a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).
Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.
Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case, seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
Not included in the package price: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 36 €/day
EASY PLUS PACKAGE (for adults 21 and older)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, priced up to $14:
Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red, and sparkling)
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Strong alcoholic drinks of famous brands
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).
The Easy plus package gives a 10% discount on the purchase of bottles of wine on board.
Those who wish can take advantage of a $14 discount on a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy plus package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).
Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.
Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case, seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 54 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 50 €/day
PREMIUM EXTRA PACKAGE (for adults from 21 years old)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to $16:
Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer
A wide selection of wines and champagne
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Premium spirits
Soft drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
Limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (unlimited soft drinks).
The Premium Extra package offers a 25% discount on bottles of wine and champagne on board.
Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.
Where it is not valid:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or travelling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 70 €/day
ALCOHOL-FREE PACKAGE (for adults from 21 years)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".
Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.
Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case the seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom a MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic beverages.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 24 €/day
MINORS PACKAGE (for children aged 3 to 20)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".
Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.
Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
This package is bookable for children aged 3 to 20 years old, travelling in the same cabin with adults. In this case, adult passengers must book adult drink packages.
The following items are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic drinks.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 17 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 17 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 17 €/day
Asia; Far East
EASY PACKAGE (for adults 20 years and older)
A limited selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass:
Beer (1 type) and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Limited selection of spirits
Carbonated drinks and juices
Classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, tea
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).
A detailed list of drinks is presented in the bar menus on board the liner.
Those who wish can take advantage of an $8 discount on the purchase of a more expensive drink that is not included in the Easy package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).
Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.
Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club, MSC World Europa & America Coffee Emporium, MSC World Europa Raj Polo Tea Room.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 40 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 36 €/day
EASY PLUS PACKAGE (for adults from 20 years old)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, costing up to $10:
Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer
Wine (white, pink, red, and sparkling)
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Strong alcoholic drinks of famous brands
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
Limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (unlimited soft drinks).
The Easy plus package gives a 10% discount on bottles of wine on board.
A $10 discount on a more expensive drink not included in the Easy plus package (an 18% service charge will be added to the difference in price).
Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.
Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) must be purchased.
Not included in the package price: minibar, bottled alcoholic drinks, some brands of drinks, ice cream.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 54 € / day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 54 € / day
Cruises from 11 days and more 50 € / day
PREMIUM EXTRA PACKAGE (for adults 20 years and older)
A wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks by the glass, priced up to $16:
Draft, craft, bottled and non-alcoholic beer A wide selection of wines and champagne
Drink of the day
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails
Premium spirits
Carbonated drinks and juices
A wide selection of classic hot drinks: espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte, iced coffee, tea, etc.
Bottled mineral water
There is a limit on alcoholic drinks:
15 drinks per day (non-alcoholic drinks - unlimited).
The Premium Extra package gives a 25% discount on the purchase of bottles of wine and champagne on board.
Where it applies:
24 hours a day in the onboard bars, main restaurants, buffet restaurant and alternative restaurants.
Where it does not apply:
Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury and MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or travelling together, in which case seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom the MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The package price does not include: minibar, bottled alcoholic beverages, some brands of drinks, ice cream.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 75 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 70 €/day
ALCOHOL-FREE PACKAGE (for adults from 20 years)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".
Where it is valid:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.
Where it is not valid:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
The package must be booked by all guests staying in the same cabin or traveling together, in this case the seating in the main restaurant will be at the same table. This rule also applies to children aged three and over, for whom a MINORS PACKAGE (for children) is purchased.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic beverages.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 26 €/day
Cruises from 11 days and more 24 €/day
MINORS PACKAGE (for children aged 3 to 19)
A wide selection of soft drinks, carbonated and energy drinks, bottled mineral water, fruit juices, a wide range of coffee drinks, tea and ice cream "to go".
Where it applies:
24 hours a day in certain bars on board, in the main restaurants and in the buffet restaurant.
Where it does not apply:
in alternative restaurants, in Venchi 1878, Jean-Philippe Maury, MSC Virtuosa Starship Club.
Note:
This package is booked for children from 3 to 19 years old, traveling in the same cabin with adults. However, adult passengers must book adult drink packages.
The following are not included in the package price: minibar, alcoholic drinks.
Cruises from 1 to 4 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 5 to 10 days 17 € / day
Cruises from 11 days and more 17 € / day
The cruise booking conditions may vary depending on the itinerary, season, and selected package. However, the basic conditions include:
1. **Deposit and Full Payment:**
- A deposit of 30% is required to confirm the booking.
- Full payment is usually required 60-90 days prior to departure. For late bookings, full payment may be required immediately.
2. **Cancellation and Penalties:**
- Cancellation penalties depend on the time remaining before departure. The closer to the departure date, the higher the penalties.
- More than 60 days before departure: €50 per person
- 59 to 30 days: 30% of the total price
- 29 to 22 days: 50%
- 21 to 15 days: 70%
- Less than 14 days before departure: 100%
3. **Booking Changes:**
- Passenger substitutions are subject to an additional fee of €50 per person.
4. **Insurance:**
- It is recommended to purchase travel or medical insurance to cover potential costs in case of cancellation or changes to the booking, as well as medical expenses during the cruise.
5. **Document Requirements:**
- All passengers must have valid passports and visas for visiting countries (if required by the destination) on the cruise itinerary. The responsibility for obtaining visas lies with the passengers.
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The Parliament of South Africa sits in Cape Town. The other two capitals are located in Pretoria (the administrative capital where the Presidency is based) and Bloemfontein (the judicial capital where the Supreme Court of Appeal is located). The city is known for its harbour, for its natural setting in the Cape Floristic Region, and for landmarks such as Table Mountain and Cape Point. As of 2014, it is the 10th most populous city in Africa and home to 64% of the Western Cape's population. It is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, reflecting its role as a major destination for immigrants and expatriates to South Africa. The city was named the World Design Capital for 2014 by the International Council of Societies of Industrial Design. In 2014, Cape Town was named the best place in the world to visit by both The New York Times and The Daily Telegraph.
Located on the shore of Table Bay, Cape Town, as the oldest urban area in South Africa, was developed by the Dutch East India Company (VOC) as a supply station for Dutch ships sailing to East Africa, India, and the Far East. Jan van Riebeeck's arrival on 6 April 1652 established Dutch Cape Colony, the first permanent European settlement in South Africa. Cape Town outgrew its original purpose as the first European outpost at the Castle of Good Hope, becoming the economic and cultural hub of the Cape Colony. Until the Witwatersrand Gold Rush and the development of Johannesburg, Cape Town was the largest city in South Africa.
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La Possession is a picturesque town on the west coast of Réunion Island, France. Surrounded by dense tropical forests and majestic mountains, it is an ideal place for those who want to enjoy the beauty of unspoiled nature. The town serves as an important transport hub connecting different parts of the island and is a starting point for travelers wishing to explore remote areas, including mountain trails and nature reserves. La Possession is known for its mild climate and lush landscapes, which attract nature lovers and those seeking solitude in the heart of nature.
In addition, La Possession is home to numerous waterfalls, volcanic beaches with black sand, and local cultural attractions. Travelers can embark on scenic hikes, discover unique flora and fauna, and enjoy local delicacies in cozy restaurants. The town is not only perfect for nature lovers but also for those who want to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of authentic island culture, where natural beauty harmoniously blends with the local way of life.
Port Louis is the capital and main port of Mauritius, located on the island’s northwest coast. This lively city combines colonial heritage, modern business hubs, and vibrant Creole culture. The historic center of Port Louis preserves buildings from the French and British eras, with Fort Adelaide (also known as the Citadel) standing out as a key attraction offering panoramic views of the city and harbor. Nearby is the Port Louis Market, a colorful center of local life where visitors can find spices, fruits, textiles, and handcrafted goods.
The city is also renowned for its museums, including the Mauritius Postal Museum, which displays the island’s first postage stamp — the famous “Blue Mauritius.” In addition to its cultural landmarks, Port Louis offers a wide range of culinary experiences influenced by Indian, Chinese, African, and European traditions. In the evening, the Caudan Waterfront becomes a favorite spot for strolls, shopping, and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
Port Louis is the capital and main port of Mauritius, located on the island’s northwest coast. This lively city combines colonial heritage, modern business hubs, and vibrant Creole culture. The historic center of Port Louis preserves buildings from the French and British eras, with Fort Adelaide (also known as the Citadel) standing out as a key attraction offering panoramic views of the city and harbor. Nearby is the Port Louis Market, a colorful center of local life where visitors can find spices, fruits, textiles, and handcrafted goods.
The city is also renowned for its museums, including the Mauritius Postal Museum, which displays the island’s first postage stamp — the famous “Blue Mauritius.” In addition to its cultural landmarks, Port Louis offers a wide range of culinary experiences influenced by Indian, Chinese, African, and European traditions. In the evening, the Caudan Waterfront becomes a favorite spot for strolls, shopping, and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
Port Louis is the capital and main port of Mauritius, located on the island’s northwest coast. This lively city combines colonial heritage, modern business hubs, and vibrant Creole culture. The historic center of Port Louis preserves buildings from the French and British eras, with Fort Adelaide (also known as the Citadel) standing out as a key attraction offering panoramic views of the city and harbor. Nearby is the Port Louis Market, a colorful center of local life where visitors can find spices, fruits, textiles, and handcrafted goods.
The city is also renowned for its museums, including the Mauritius Postal Museum, which displays the island’s first postage stamp — the famous “Blue Mauritius.” In addition to its cultural landmarks, Port Louis offers a wide range of culinary experiences influenced by Indian, Chinese, African, and European traditions. In the evening, the Caudan Waterfront becomes a favorite spot for strolls, shopping, and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
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The town has strategic importance as a significant port for cargo ships and salt-carrying vessels, while also remaining an important tourist destination for those seeking tranquility and solitude. One of the most famous spots in Safaga is Safaga Bay, where the waters are ideal for diving and observing marine life. Along the coastline, there are beaches with fine sand and calm waters, making this area particularly suitable for families with children and those who appreciate peaceful nature retreats.
Aqaba is the only coastal city in Jordan and the largest and most populous city on the Gulf of Aqaba. Situated in southernmost Jordan, Aqaba is the administrative centre of the Aqaba Governorate. The city had a population of 148,398 in 2015 and a land area of 375 square kilometres (144.8 sq mi). Today, Aqaba plays a major role in the development of the Jordanian economy, through the vibrant trade and tourism sectors. The Port of Aqaba also serves other countries in the region.
Aqaba's strategic location at the northeastern tip of the Red Sea between the continents of Asia and Africa, has made its port important over the course of thousands of years.
The Suez Canal is a sea-level waterway in Egypt, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez. Constructed by the Suez Canal Company between 1859 and 1869, it was officially opened on 17 November 1869. The canal offers watercraft a shorter journey between the North Atlantic and northern Indian Oceans via the Mediterranean and Red Seas by avoiding the South Atlantic and southern Indian Oceans, reducing the journey by approximately 6,000 kilometres (3,700 mi). It extends from the northern terminus of Port Said to the southern terminus of Port Tewfik at the city of Suez. Its length is 193.30 km (120.11 mi), including its northern and southern access channels. In 2012, 17,225 vessels traversed the canal (average 47 per day).
The Suez Canal is a sea-level waterway in Egypt, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez. Constructed by the Suez Canal Company between 1859 and 1869, it was officially opened on 17 November 1869. The canal offers watercraft a shorter journey between the North Atlantic and northern Indian Oceans via the Mediterranean and Red Seas by avoiding the South Atlantic and southern Indian Oceans, reducing the journey by approximately 6,000 kilometres (3,700 mi). It extends from the northern terminus of Port Said to the southern terminus of Port Tewfik at the city of Suez. Its length is 193.30 km (120.11 mi), including its northern and southern access channels. In 2012, 17,225 vessels traversed the canal (average 47 per day).
Naples is the regional capital of Campania and the third-largest municipality in Italyafter Rome and Milan. In 2017, around 967,069 people lived within the city's administrative limits while its province-level municipality has a population of 3,115,320 residents. Its continuously built-up metropolitan area (that stretches beyond the boundaries of the Metropolitan City of Naples) is the second or third largest metropolitan area in Italy and one of the most densely populated cities in Europe.
First settled by Greeks in the second millennium BC, Naples is one of the oldest continuously inhabited urban areas in the world. In the ninth century BC, a colony known as Parthenope or Παρθενόπη was established on the Island of Megaride, later refounded as Neápolis in the sixth century BC. The city was an important part of Magna Graecia, played a major role in the merging of Greek and Roman society and a significant cultural centre under the Romans. It served as the capital of the Duchy of Naples (661–1139), then of the Kingdom of Naples (1282–1816) and finally of the Two Sicilies until the unification of Italy in 1861.
Between 1925 and 1936, Naples was expanded and upgraded by Benito Mussolini's government but subsequently sustained severe damage from Allied bombing during World War II, which led to extensive post-1945 reconstruction work. Naples has experienced significant economic growth in recent decades, helped by the construction of the Centro Direzionale business district and an advanced transportation network, which includes the Alta Velocità high-speed rail link to Rome and Salerno and an expanded subway network. Naples is the third-largest urban economy in Italy, after Milan and Rome. The Port of Naples is one of the most important in Europe and home of the Allied Joint Force Command Naples, the NATO body that oversees North Africa, the Sahel and Middle East.
Naples' historic city centre is the largest in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a wide range of culturally and historically significant sites nearby, including the Palace of Caserta and the Roman ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Naples is also known for its natural beauties such as Posillipo, Phlegraean Fields, Nisida, and Vesuvius.
Neapolitan cuisine is synonymous with pizza – which originated in the city – but it also includes many lesser-known dishes; Naples has the greatest number of accredited stars from the Michelin Guide of any Italian city.
The best-known sports team in Naples is the Serie A club S.S.C. Napoli, two-time Italian champions who play at the San Paolo Stadium in the southwest of the city, in the Fuorigrotta quarter.
Rome is the capital city and a special comune of Italy (named Comune di Roma Capitale). Rome also serves as the capital of the Lazio region. With 2,872,800 residents in 1,285 km2(496.1 sq mi), it is also the country's most populated comune. It is the fourth-most populous city in the European Union by population within city limits. It is the centre of the Metropolitan City of Rome, which has a population of 4,355,725 residents, thus making it the most populous metropolitan city in Italy. Rome is located in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula, within Lazio (Latium), along the shores of the Tiber. The Vatican City (the smallest country in the world) is an independent country inside the city boundaries of Rome, the only existing example of a country within a city: for this reason Rome has been often defined as capital of two states.
Rome's history spans 28 centuries. While Roman mythology dates the founding of Rome at around 753 BC, the site has been inhabited for much longer, making it one of the oldest continuously occupied sites in Europe. The city's early population originated from a mix of Latins, Etruscans, and Sabines. Eventually, the city successively became the capital of the Roman Kingdom, the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire, and is regarded as the birthplace of Western civilization and by some as the first ever metropolis. It was first called The Eternal City (Latin: Urbs Aeterna; Italian: La Città Eterna) by the Roman poet Tibullus in the 1st century BC, and the expression was also taken up by Ovid, Virgil, and Livy. Rome is also called the "Caput Mundi" (Capital of the World). After the fall of the Western Empire, which marked the beginning of the Middle Ages, Rome slowly fell under the political control of the Papacy, which had settled in the city since the 1st century AD, until in the 8th century it became the capital of the Papal States, which lasted until 1870. Beginning with the Renaissance, almost all the popes since Nicholas V (1447–1455) pursued over four hundred years a coherent architectural and urban programme aimed at making the city the artistic and cultural centre of the world. In this way, Rome became first one of the major centres of the Italian Renaissance, and then the birthplace of both the Baroque style and Neoclassicism. Famous artists, painters, sculptors and architects made Rome the centre of their activity, creating masterpieces throughout the city. In 1871, Rome became the capital of the Kingdom of Italy, which, in 1946, became the Italian Republic.
Rome has the status of a global city. In 2016, Rome ranked as the 14th-most-visited city in the world, 3rd most visited in the European Union, and the most popular tourist attraction in Italy. Its historic centre is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The famous Vatican Museums are among the world's most visited museums while the Colosseum was the most popular tourist attraction in world with 7.4 million visitors in 2018. Host city for the 1960 Summer Olympics, Rome is the seat of several specialized agencies of the United Nations, such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the World Food Programme (WFP) and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). The city also hosts the Secretariat of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) as well as the headquarters of many international business companies such as Eni, Enel, TIM, Leonardo S.p.A., and national and international banks such as Unicredit and BNL. Its business district, called EUR, is the base of many companies involved in the oil industry, the pharmaceutical industry, and financial services. Rome is also an important fashion and design centre thanks to renowned international brands centered in the city. Rome's Cinecittà Studios have been the set of many Academy Award–winning movies.
Genoa is the capital of the Italian region of Liguria and the sixth-largest city in Italy. In 2015, 594,733 people lived within the city's administrative limits. As of the 2011 Italian census, the Province of Genoa, which in 2015 became the Metropolitan City of Genoa, counted 855,834 resident persons. Over 1.5 million people live in the wider metropolitan area stretching along the Italian Riviera.
Located on the Gulf of Genoa in the Ligurian Sea, Genoa has historically been one of the most important ports on the Mediterranean: it is currently the busiest in Italy and in the Mediterranean Sea and twelfth-busiest in the European Union. Genoa has been nicknamed la Superba ("the proud one") due to its glorious past and impressive landmarks. Part of the old town of Genoa was inscribed on the World Heritage List (UNESCO) in 2006 as Genoa: Le Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei Rolli. The city's rich cultural history in art, music and cuisine allowed it to become the 2004 European Capital of Culture. It is the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, Andrea Doria, Niccolò Paganini, Giuseppe Mazzini, Renzo Piano and Grimaldo Canella, founder of the House of Grimaldi, among others.
Genoa, which forms the southern corner of the Milan-Turin-Genoa industrial triangle of Northwest Italy, is one of the country's major economic centers. The city has hosted massive shipyards and steelworks since the 19th century, and its solid financial sector dates back to the Middle Ages. The Bank of Saint George, founded in 1407, is among the oldest in the world and has played an important role in the city's prosperity since the middle of the 15th century. Today a number of leading Italian companies are based in the city, including Fincantieri, Selex ES, Ansaldo Energia, Ansaldo STS, Edoardo Raffinerie Garrone, Piaggio Aerospace, Mediterranean Shipping Company and Costa Cruises.
