{"id":12923,"date":"2016-11-28T09:00:41","date_gmt":"2016-11-28T09:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruise1st.co.uk\/?p=12923"},"modified":"2021-12-07T12:46:01","modified_gmt":"2021-12-07T12:46:01","slug":"unearth-mediterranean-delights-croatia-italy-malta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruise1st.co.uk\/blog\/unearth-mediterranean-delights-croatia-italy-malta\/","title":{"rendered":"Unearth the Mediterranean Delights of Croatia, Italy and Malta"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Mediterranean is undoubtedly one of the most popular regions for cruise passengers. Long, delightful days of sun, beautiful port calls and an array of enriching cultures make this stretch of Southern Europe an absolute cruising paradise.<\/p>\n

Although we may be a tad biased, we truly believe that you haven\u2019t really experienced the beauty of the Mediterranean unless you\u2019ve visited aboard a luxury cruise liner. Rather than limiting yourself to one of the wonderful nations which are dotted around the Med, a cruise takes you culture hopping from one destination to the next, giving you a true taste of the region.<\/p>\n

So, it\u2019s not surprising that we\u2019re truly delighted to be able to offer an amazing deal on cabins aboard P&O Cruises\u2019 Croatia & Italy with Malta Stay cruise. Visiting three of the region\u2019s most startlingly beautiful nations, this two-week cruise aboard the P&O Oceana includes a seven-night stay in Malta before visiting the Croatian cities of Split and Dubrovnik as well the Italian city of Ravenna and the truly incomparable Vienna.<\/p>\n

Medieval cities, cultural tours, Mediterranean sun and some of the finest food available on the continent can all be yours for as little as \u00a3899. This amazing two-week stay can be shaped by your tastes and holiday wish list. For the culture vultures, historically-significant cities are ready and ripe for exploration. Or if you\u2019re more of a sun worshipper, the P&O Oceana and the cities visited provide plenty of opportunities to unfurl the beach towel and soak up the rays.<\/p>\n

Seven Nights in Malta<\/strong><\/h3>\n

With flights from the UK included in the price, this incredible journey kicks off with a seven-night stay in Malta \u2013 giving you plenty of chance to explore this beautiful little island. Barely 17 miles long and nine miles wide, Malta packs a surprising amount of history and culture within its tiny borders.<\/p>\n

Thanks to its advantageous position in the Mediterranean Sea between Europe and Africa, it has been used as a strategical base for many great powers over the years including the Romans, Moors, Normans, Sicilians, Spanish, French and British. Many of these civilisations have left their mark on the beautiful little island, creating a delightful clash of culture, proudly overseen by the Maltese natives.<\/p>\n

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The capital and Valetta is the smallest European capital, but makes up for this in sheer beauty and historical significance. Boasting some of Europe\u2019s oldest and best-preserved fortifications, Valetta is an ancient medieval city which has been expanded with centuries of considered architecture from the 16th<\/sup>-century Baroque structures to the Modernist flourishes visible throughout.<\/p>\n

A stay in beautiful Malta is incomplete without paying homage to the Megalithic Temples of the island nation. Dating back between 3600BC and 700BC, the Megalithic Temples of Malta are thought to be the oldest free-standing structures on Earth. Simply walking around the temples allows you to drink in 5,000 years of history.<\/p>\n

A small boat trip away is the even smaller island of Comino, home to Malta\u2019s finest swimming spot, the Blue Lagoon. Staggeringly clear blue waters and beautiful white sands provide the perfect backdrop to a little Maltese relaxation. Try to arrive early though, it can be difficult to secure a favourable spot on the sands if you\u2019re late to the Blue Lagoon.<\/p>\n

Medieval Croatia<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Following the seven-night stay on the island of Malta, the P&O Oceana will pick you up and take you on a week-long exploration of some of the Mediterranean\u2019s most delightful cities. The Croatian cities of Dubrovnik and Split provide plenty of opportunities to delve into Europe\u2019s long and illustrious past \u2013 or just sit back and soak up the sun, if that\u2019s more your kind of pace.<\/p>\n

As the P&O Oceana directs you to Split, you\u2019ll immediately notice the clash of old and new in the historic, yet vibrant city. One of the oldest cities in the region, medieval buildings and streets are punctuated by modern structures boasting twinkling lights as the sun falls behind the horizon. If you haven\u2019t had your fill of sun and surf in Malta, you\u2019ll be delighted to hear that Split is home to many of Croatia\u2019s best loved beaches.<\/p>\n

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If the fortified offerings of Valetta excited you, then Croatia, particularly Dubrovnik, will be an absolute slice of paradise. The distinctive Old Town region of the city is widely regarded as the finest remaining walled city in the world, with limestone-walled and terracotta-roofed buildings propped against one another, and surrounded by beautiful blue waters.<\/p>\n

A popular filming spot for HBO\u2019s much-loved Game of Thrones series, Dubrovnik does look like a rendering from the pages of a history book. If you are in Dubrovnik for just a few hours, this gives you the chance to take to the cobbled streets and explore the enigmatic beauty of the city. With a vibrant caf\u00e9 culture and ancient businesses still lining the streets, exploring these old streets can take you back hundreds of years in time.<\/p>\n

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