Which European Cruise Is The Best For You?
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You can take off on a European cruise from 
anywhere in the world. Holy Land cruise starting at Haifa, Israel is one of those places. The city boasts a beautiful shrine devoted to Bahai faith, as well as the last Crusader city, Acre. Tourists are often afforded the pleasure of taking a tour of the settlements on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Canaanite city of Ashdod that dates back to the 17th century BC is also not to be missed. Your visit to Rhodes will take you along the beautiful beaches of the Aegean Sea and you will have the opportunity to see the magnificent Castle of Knights. When there, be sure to visit the city of Ephesus.
A Baltic cruise can include museums and palaces stretching from Scandinavia to Russia. One awe-inspiring site in Helsinki is the Temppeliaukio church with its granite walls and dome made of copper. In Copenhagen, the beloved fairy tales penned by Hans Christian Andersen come alive. A stop in St. Petersburg, Russia, holds a special treat for art lovers since this city boasts the largest art exhibit in the world at the Heritage Museum. Majestic palaces and gardens created by Peter the Great are also found in St. Petersburg. Another area not to be missed is Estonia with its Gothic arches, massive bell towers and winding streets, which are hailed by many as a bicycle lover’s paradise.
Adriatic cruises offer many unique experiences, such as exploring a massive cave system in Koper, Slovenia, believed to have been settled in 532AD. Ravenna, Italy, is home to a 4th century basilica depicted in Dante’s Divine Comedy. Another interesting port of call is the 2000 year old seaport of Bari, Italy. A highlight in this city is an octagonal castle and octagonal courtyard erected in 1250 by Frederick II of Rome. In Dubrovnik, Croatia, visitors can take a 1½ mile walk along a 13th century city wall or stroll through its marble streets.
One exciting and different way to experience Rome is aboard a Mediterranean cruise. Aside from making a wish while dropping coins in the Trevi Fountain or visiting the Sistine Chapel, there is a museum in Vatican City. In Athens, along with the Parthenon and the Temple of Zeur, an often-missed area includes the ancient mansions and streets of Platka. One highlight of a visit to Santorini, Greece, is a visit to Fira, which boasts the largest volcanic activity in the history of mankind and is believed by many to be the location of the lost continent of Atlantis. Whether your cruise begins or ends in Barcelona, Spain, two must-see sights are Gaudi’s massive yet unfinished cathedral and the art gallery devoted to the works of Picasso.
Cheap international flights and last minute holiday packages are available from all parts of the world and are often included in various European cruise packages. Whether you choose an adults-only restriction or a cruise offering special activities and areas for children, which are the best cruises is a question only you can answer.
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