The January 11, 2026 cruise on the Crystal Serenity departs from San Pedro (Los Angeles), California. On this 135 Night 2026 World Voyage (Los Angeles To Rome) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 71 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Crystal Serenity sets sail on Sunday, Jan 11th and returns on Tuesday, May 26th.
Jan 11th - May 26th
Crystal Cruises
from San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
Cruise Price - Historic & Current
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Crystal Serenity - January 11, 2026 - 135 Nights
Day | Date | Port |
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1 | Jan 10th | San Pedro (Los Angeles), California |
2 | Jan 11th | At Sea |
3 | Jan 12th | At Sea |
4 | Jan 13th | At Sea |
5 | Jan 14th | At Sea |
6 | Jan 15th | At Sea |
7 | Jan 17th | Kahului, Maui, Hawaii |
8 | Jan 18th | Honolulu, Oahu |
9 | Jan 18th | At Sea |
10 | Jan 19th | At Sea |
11 | Jan 20th | At Sea |
12 | Jan 21st | At Sea |
13 | Jan 23rd | Nuku Hiva, Marquesas |
14 | Jan 10th | Nuku Hiva, Marquesas |
15 | Jan 24th | At Sea |
16 | Jan 26th | Rangiroa, French Polynesia |
17 | Jan 27th | Bora Bora, French Polynesia |
18 | Jan 28th | Moorea, French Polynesia |
18 | Jan 28th | Papeete, Tahiti |
19 | Jan 10th | Papeete, Tahiti |
20 | Jan 10th | Papeete, Tahiti |
21 | Jan 30th | At Sea |
22 | Feb 1st | Rarotonga, Cook Islands |
23 | Feb 1st | At Sea |
24 | Feb 2nd | At Sea |
25 | Jan 10th | Cross International Dateline |
26 | Feb 5th | Nuku'alofa, Tonga Islands |
27 | Feb 5th | At Sea |
28 | Feb 7th | Savusavu, Fiji |
29 | Feb 8th | Lautoka, Fiji Islands |
30 | Feb 8th | At Sea |
31 | Feb 10th | Port Vila, Efate, Vanuatu |
32 | Feb 10th | At Sea |
33 | Feb 12th | Noumea, New Caledonia |
34 | Jan 10th | Noumea, New Caledonia |
35 | Feb 13th | At Sea |
36 | Feb 15th | Kingston, Norfolk Island |
37 | Feb 15th | At Sea |
38 | Feb 17th | Bay Of Islands, New Zealand |
39 | Feb 18th | Auckland, New Zealand |
40 | Jan 10th | Auckland, New Zealand |
41 | Feb 20th | Tauranga, New Zealand |
42 | Feb 20th | At Sea |
43 | Feb 22nd | Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand |
44 | Feb 23rd | Timaru, New Zealand |
45 | Feb 23rd | At Sea |
46 | Feb 24th | At Sea |
47 | Feb 25th | At Sea |
48 | Feb 27th | Melbourne, Australia |
49 | Feb 27th | At Sea |
50 | Mar 1st | Sydney, Australia |
51 | Mar 1st | At Sea |
52 | Mar 3rd | Brisbane, Australia |
53 | Mar 3rd | At Sea |
54 | Mar 5th | Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia |
55 | Mar 5th | At Sea |
56 | Mar 7th | Cairns, Australia |
57 | Jan 10th | Cairns, Australia |
58 | Mar 9th | At Sea |
59 | Mar 10th | Thursday Island, Australia |
60 | Mar 11th | At Sea |
61 | Mar 12th | Darwin, Australia |
62 | Mar 13th | At Sea |
63 | Mar 14th | At Sea |
64 | Mar 15th | Kupang, West Timor, Indonesia |
65 | Mar 16th | Komodo Island, Indonesia |
66 | Mar 17th | Benoa, Bali, Indonesia |
67 | Jan 10th | Benoa, Bali, Indonesia |
68 | Mar 19th | At Sea |
69 | Mar 20th | At Sea |
70 | Mar 21st | Sandakan, Malaysia |
71 | Mar 22nd | Puerto Princesa, Philippines |
72 | Mar 23rd | Boracay, Philippines |
73 | Mar 24th | Manila, Philippines |
74 | Jan 10th | Manila, Philippines |
75 | Mar 26th | At Sea |
76 | Mar 27th | Hong Kong |
77 | Jan 10th | Hong Kong |
78 | Mar 29th | At Sea |
79 | Mar 30th | Cruise Halong Bay |
80 | Mar 31st | At Sea |
81 | Apr 1st | Da Nang, Vietnam |
82 | Apr 2nd | At Sea |
83 | Apr 3rd | Ho Chi Minh City (saigon), Vietnam |
84 | Jan 10th | Ho Chi Minh City (saigon), Vietnam |
85 | Apr 5th | Phu Quoc, Vietnam |
86 | Apr 6th | Ko Chang, Thailand |
87 | Apr 7th | Laem Chabang (bangkok), Thailand |
88 | Apr 8th | Ko Samui, Thailand |
89 | Apr 9th | At Sea |
90 | Apr 10th | Singapore |
91 | Jan 10th | Singapore |
92 | Apr 12th | Port Klang (kuala Lumpur), Malaysia |
93 | Apr 13th | Penang (pulau Pinang), Malaysia |
94 | Apr 14th | Phuket, Thailand |
95 | Apr 15th | At Sea |
96 | Apr 16th | Port Blair, Andaman Islands |
97 | Apr 17th | At Sea |
98 | Apr 18th | At Sea |
99 | Apr 19th | Chennai (madras), India |
100 | Apr 20th | Puducherry, India |
101 | Apr 21st | At Sea |
102 | Apr 22nd | Colombo, Sri Lanka |
103 | Apr 23rd | At Sea |
104 | Apr 24th | Mormugao (goa), India |
105 | Apr 25th | Mumbai (bombay), India |
106 | Jan 10th | Mumbai (bombay), India |
107 | Apr 27th | At Sea |
108 | Apr 28th | At Sea |
109 | Apr 29th | Khasab, Oman |
110 | Apr 30th | Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. |
111 | May 1st | Dubai, U.a.e. |
112 | May 2nd | Fujairah, U.a.e. |
113 | May 3rd | Muscat, Oman |
114 | May 4th | At Sea |
115 | May 5th | Salalah, Oman |
116 | May 6th | At Sea |
117 | May 7th | At Sea |
118 | May 8th | At Sea |
119 | May 9th | Jeddah, Saudi Arabia |
120 | May 10th | At Sea |
121 | May 11th | Aqaba (Petra), Jordan |
122 | May 12th | Safaga, Egypt |
123 | May 13th | At Sea |
124 | Jan 10th | Suez Canal Transit |
125 | May 15th | Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt |
126 | May 16th | At Sea |
127 | May 17th | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
128 | May 18th | At Sea |
129 | May 19th | Messina, Sicily |
130 | May 20th | Naples, Italy |
131 | May 21st | Olbia, Sardinia |
132 | May 22nd | Portofino, Italy |
133 | May 23rd | Beaulieu Sur Mer France |
134 | Jan 10th | Beaulieu Sur Mer France |
135 | May 25th | At Sea |
136 | Jan 10th | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |
Cruise Itinerary
The Crystal Serenity sails on January 11, 2026 for a 135 Night 2026 World Voyage (Los Angeles To Rome). The ship will depart the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on May 26th at N/A. During the 137-day journey, the Crystal Serenity will visit 70 additional ports and will spend 53 days at sea.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Kahului, with its bustling harbor and busy shopping complexes, offers visitors the chance to find spectacular bargains. The piers along the waterfront, lined with container-cargo ships and weekly cruise ships, are the embarkation point for Maui's sugar and pineapple crops. You can also watch the containers being loaded onto and unloaded from the many ships.
Honolulu offers many wonderful attractions. Aloha Tower is famous for greeting all who arrive in the port of Honolulu, and has the best views of the city. The Bishop Museum has the world's largest collection of Hawaiian and Pacific artifacts, and the Iolani Palace, the only royal palace on American soil, has served as the residence of the last two Hawaiian monarchs.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Rangiroa is the largest atoll of the Tuamotu Archipelago which comprises 78 coral atolls, scattered over several hundred miles of the eastern Pacific Ocean governed by French Polynesia. Life on these remote atolls is simple, quiet and peaceful. The interior lagoons are a haven for black pearl farms, fish breeding farms, snorkeling and scuba diving.
James Michener called it the most beautiful island in the South Pacific. You may confirm his opinion, either by the local "Le Truck" transport, 4-wheel-drive van, or in a helicopter overhead. And the offshore beauty is accessible by a glass-bottomed boat or by snorkeling.
Here, you'll find the real South Seas' experience -- a casual, barefoot existence amidst white sand beaches and multi-hued lagoons surrounded by jagged mountains and volcanic spires that reach into the clouds, while below, valleys are blanketed with the colors that one only finds when tropical climates and rich, volcanic soils meet.
The largest of the Society Islands in French Polynesia, Tahiti held a magical attraction for artist Paul Gauguin and writer Robert Louis Stevenson. To understand why, simply listen to the winds whistling through casuarina trees on a secluded black-sand beach, or stroll through beautiful botanical gardens and marvel at island flora.
The largest of the Society Islands in French Polynesia, Tahiti held a magical attraction for artist Paul Gauguin and writer Robert Louis Stevenson. To understand why, simply listen to the winds whistling through casuarina trees on a secluded black-sand beach, or stroll through beautiful botanical gardens and marvel at island flora.
The largest of the Society Islands in French Polynesia, Tahiti held a magical attraction for artist Paul Gauguin and writer Robert Louis Stevenson. To understand why, simply listen to the winds whistling through casuarina trees on a secluded black-sand beach, or stroll through beautiful botanical gardens and marvel at island flora.
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Capital of the Cook Islands, Rarotonga is an exquisite slice of paradise. Only 20 miles wide and home to under 10,000 inhabitants, the island offers spectacular beauty without crowds or compromise. Visit a 19th-century trading post. Sample the delicacies at an Umukai feast. No snakes, poisonous insects, or wild animals live on Rarotonga, so your hikes are sure to be as safe as they are enjoyable.
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Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
The Kingdom of Tonga is the oldest, and last remaining Polynesian monarchy. See the place where Captain Cook landed in 1777, along with the now huge tree that was planted on that occasion. Visit the ancient tombs of Tongan kings. Then view local crafts at the Tongan National Centre.
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Lautoka is a very clean city and environmental concerned. It has a wonderful botanical garden and children's park. The main street of the city, Vitogo Parade, has been decorated with the planting of royal palm trees on one side. The city's municipal market, which has a floor area of about 58,000m, is another attraction for both residents and tourists.
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Vanuatu's capital, Port Vila, is an exciting, bustling town that curves around Vila Bay and creeps up its steep hillsides. You will find interesting shops, bars, and restaurants featuring the islands' specialty, flying fox, or coconut crab. The rugged island offers horseback riding, hiking to waterfalls, river canoeing and kayaking, plus snorkeling and scuba diving trips in Port Vila.
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Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
The Bay of Islands is one of the most picturesque and popular holiday sites in New Zealand. It combines great fishing, diving, sailing and other watersports with some of New Zealand's most significant historic sites. One of the most popular attractions is the Hole in the Rock, off Cape Brett. You can take a boating trip through the hole in a huge rock outcrop. Also popular are dolphin swimming and diving trips to the sunken Rainbow Warrior wreck.
New Zealand's largest city is draped over seven volcanoes and wrapped around Waitemata Harbour (meaning "sea of sparkling waters" in Maori). Despite its British feel, it is the world's largest Polynesian city. Shop for Polynesian crafts on Queen Street, the main drag. Or from atop Mt. Eden, overlook the "City of Sails," which will host the America's Cup races in 2000.
New Zealand's largest city is draped over seven volcanoes and wrapped around Waitemata Harbour (meaning "sea of sparkling waters" in Maori). Despite its British feel, it is the world's largest Polynesian city. Shop for Polynesian crafts on Queen Street, the main drag. Or from atop Mt. Eden, overlook the "City of Sails," which will host the America's Cup races in 2000.
Tauranga is located in the Bay of Plenty and is the region's largest residential and commercial area, boasting profuse sunshine and a fertile landscape. The township is the center of a large kiwifruit and citrus growing area and houses a population of approximately 91,000 people, including those residing in Mount Maunganui.
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Christchurch has a long historic connection with Antarctic exploration. It is from the port of Lyttleton (about 10 miles North of Christchurch) that Captain Scott sailed for Antarctica. Today Lyttleton is a port of call for ships of the United States and New Zealand Antarctic programs A monument to Captain Scott (created by his wite Katherine) stands alongside the banks of the River Avon in Christchurch.
Timaru is an attractive, safe coastal city situated on rolling hill country at the southern end of the Canterbury Plains. It has excellent sporting, cultural and recreational facilities and lies within two hours of Christchurch city and international airport.
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Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Say 'G'day' to one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Stroll along the world-famous Bondi and Watsons Beaches. Tour the Sydney Opera House on Bennelong Point, shop for Aboriginal art, or go on a photographic safari. This diverse land is home to crocodiles, koalas, emus, and, of course, kangaroos.
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Brisbane, located in Australia's Queensland, enjoys beach-perfect summers and mild winters. Other reasons to stay in this sunny city include its wealth of good food, diverse shopping, and copious arts and entertainment choices. Ride one of the ferries, paddlewheels, or pleasure boats on the Brisbane River. Stroll among the gardens of the city center or relax on the beach.
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Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Cairns was founded in 1876 as a port for the inland gold mines of Queensland. It is now the heart of the Tropical North of Queensland, and is one of Australia's most welcoming cities. Stroll, relax, fly a kite, or have a barbecue on the Esplanade, a popular gathering area. Enjoy several great beaches just north of the city. Cairns is also a great place to watch migratory birds.
Cairns was founded in 1876 as a port for the inland gold mines of Queensland. It is now the heart of the Tropical North of Queensland, and is one of Australia's most welcoming cities. Stroll, relax, fly a kite, or have a barbecue on the Esplanade, a popular gathering area. Enjoy several great beaches just north of the city. Cairns is also a great place to watch migratory birds.
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Thursday Island is one of the islands of the Torres Strait, the body of water that lies between the Cape York Peninsula of Australia and Papua, New Guinea. At one time, Thursday Island was a major pearling center--a dangerous profession, as exemplified by the historic cemetery and maritime museum.
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Levelled by a cyclone in 1974, Darwin has rebuilt itself from scratch. Wide tree-lined streets, well-designed public buildings, and acres of park land make this an ideal tropical capital. The attitude of the locals is casual and relaxed, and the young demographic keeps things moving. Darwin's location makes it the ideal jump-off point for sojourns into Australia's natural splendour.
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Kupang is the urban center of the west Timor region. Visitors to the Timor section of Indonesia should consult their government before traveling to Kupang.
Did you ever imagine that you would see a dragon in person? On the remote island of Komodo, travelers have been know to see the Komodo Dragons. These giant lizards are the last vestiges of the dinosaurs that roamed the earth millions of years ago. As if that weren't enough, the other wildlife on Komodo is stunning as well.
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Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
This Malaysian coastal trading town was once the capital of the province of Sabah. Surrounded by thickly jungled mountains where wild orchids grow, it serves as a loading port for the rich tropical hardwoods found in the interior of Borneo. About 15 miles from Sandakan, Sepilok is the home of the famous orangutan sanctuary, one of the few places in the world where you can see these animals in their natural setting.
Bustling Manila is the second largest city in Southeast Asia, with its towering skyscrapers and remarkable joie de vivre. Yet amid the big-city turmoil are oases of calm: lush tropical parks, magnificent cathedrals, dramatic Spanish forts. Choose from the cultural riches of the Metropolitan Museum and the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Intramuros, Manila's famous walled city, was founded by the Spanish in the 16th century. A "must see" is the Malacanang Palace with its opulent displays of Ferdinand and Imelda's decadent indulgences.
Bustling Manila is the second largest city in Southeast Asia, with its towering skyscrapers and remarkable joie de vivre. Yet amid the big-city turmoil are oases of calm: lush tropical parks, magnificent cathedrals, dramatic Spanish forts. Choose from the cultural riches of the Metropolitan Museum and the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Intramuros, Manila's famous walled city, was founded by the Spanish in the 16th century. A "must see" is the Malacanang Palace with its opulent displays of Ferdinand and Imelda's decadent indulgences.
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One of the most popular destinations in Asia, Hong Kong offers a plethora of options: some of the world's best cuisine, first-class entertainment, and of course, shopping! For a more relaxing afternoon, watch the sun set over Victoria Harbour or take a stroll downthe beach, alongside the green mountains and the South China Sea.
One of the most popular destinations in Asia, Hong Kong offers a plethora of options: some of the world's best cuisine, first-class entertainment, and of course, shopping! For a more relaxing afternoon, watch the sun set over Victoria Harbour or take a stroll downthe beach, alongside the green mountains and the South China Sea.
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Our most popular journey rewards you with experiences of both the spectacular beauty of Vietnam and its rich history. You explore the thickly wooded hillsides of Dalt (the former French retreat), the golden beaches around Nha Trang and the dramatic island outcrops of Halong Bay. The fascinating cities you visit - Saigon, Hoi An, Hue and Hanoi - reflect the country's turbulent past.
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Vietnam's third-largest city, Da Nang serves as a main port for neighboring Laos, once the capital of the kingdom of Champa. Near Da Nang are the Marble Mountains, the five peaks of which are named after the elements: water, earth, metal, fire, and wood. The mountains are complete with caves and secret passages containing Buddha images and shrines.
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Ho Chi Minh City is the economic center of Vietnam. Until the reunification of North and South Vietnam in April 1975 the city's name was Saigon. The Communist government of Hanoi renamed it in honour of Ho Chi Minh, the leader of the Communist forces during the Vietnam War. But the inhabitants of the city have never quite gotten accustomed to the new name and thus still prefer the old name,Saigon.
Ho Chi Minh City is the economic center of Vietnam. Until the reunification of North and South Vietnam in April 1975 the city's name was Saigon. The Communist government of Hanoi renamed it in honour of Ho Chi Minh, the leader of the Communist forces during the Vietnam War. But the inhabitants of the city have never quite gotten accustomed to the new name and thus still prefer the old name,Saigon.
Laem Chabang is a modern harbor complex that serves Bangdok, Thailand's capital. The gentle Thai people have raised folk dance to high art, created a unique cuisine and built a capital city of fluted spires and golden domes. High on the list of "must see" sights are the Floating Market, Royal Palace, Reclining Buddha, Golden Buddha, and Temple of the Dawn.
Koh Samui is Thailand's third largest island. Surrounded by 80 smaller islands, this natural beauty has been relatively undiscovered until recent years. Rumor claims that in 1971 the first tourists to set foot on Koh Samui were hippies who arrived by way of a coconut boat from Bangkok. While Koh Samui still exports up to 2 million coconuts to Bangkok every month, recent urban developments include a no-frills airport and an ostentatious Reggae bar.
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One of Asia's great success stories, this island republic has merged diverse cultures into a dynamic and thriving nation. Clean, modern and full of green gardens, its neighborhoods reflect the Chinese, Malay, Indian, Arab and European backgrounds of its past. After sampling the legendary shopping, retire to Raffles Hotel's famous bar and toast Maugham, Kipling and Noel Coward with a Singapore Sling.
One of Asia's great success stories, this island republic has merged diverse cultures into a dynamic and thriving nation. Clean, modern and full of green gardens, its neighborhoods reflect the Chinese, Malay, Indian, Arab and European backgrounds of its past. After sampling the legendary shopping, retire to Raffles Hotel's famous bar and toast Maugham, Kipling and Noel Coward with a Singapore Sling.
Port Kelang (Klang) serves as a port for Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia's capital rises like a vision from the deep jungles. Its fascinating array of architectural styles includes Malay stilt villages, Islamic minarets, Hindu temples, Chinese shop houses and the indescribable opulence of the Royal Palace. In the background rise the world's tallest buildings, the Petronas Twin Towers completed in 1996.
The swirl of Batik in eastern bazaars, the cascade of waterfalls in the Botanical Gardens, jungle-clad hills ringed by golden beaches, these are the images you will take from Penang. This lovely resort island and its bustling capital of Georgetown are the picture of Malaysian diversity. Visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha and Kek Lok Si, one of the most beautiful temples in Southeast Asia. See the ornate Khoo Kongsi, and old Chinese clan house; and an 18th century British fortress. Enjoy the Chinese embroidery and Malay daggers in the Penang Museum, or marvel at the Penang Bridge (third longest in the world).
Set like a jewel in the Andaman Sea, Thailand's largest island has great expanses of sandy beaches that lure sun-seekers to their shores, and a unique culture combining influences from China and Portugal. Visit the fabled monastery of Wat Chalong, the Orchard Garden and the Thai Village, where examples of the country's culture are presented in a tranquil lakeside setting.
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Port Blair is the main port of the southern portion of the Andaman Islands. The 300 tropical Andaman and Nicobar Islands are territories of India located in the Bay of Bengal. The Andaman islands are inhabited primarily by aboriginal tribes, who have no contact with visitors to the island.
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Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Also known as Chennai, Madras is the largest city in South India. Perched on a breathtaking corner of the Bay of Bengal, Madras offers visitors a broad cultural experience. Feast on mouth-watering native cuisine at the famous Beach Castle. Tour the exquisite 16th-century San Thome Basilica. Meet nature head-on at Anna Zoological Park. Madras also offers extensive sightseeing tours around the city.
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Formerly known as Ceylon, Sri Lanka means "Resplendent Land," an apt description for this beautiful island. Sri Lanka lies fifty-five miles north of the equator, just off the southern tip of India. With its unique beauty, warm climate and near-perfect beaches, Sri Lanka is one of Asia's most adored destinations. Since the sixteenth century, the Portuguese, Dutch and British have all left their architectural and cultural marks in Sri Lanka's capital of Colombo. Yet despite its colonial architecture, Sri Lanka has always remained Oriental in spirit, with colorful bazaars, dancing elephants, graceful women in saris, and many Buddhist shrines and temples.
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Mormugao is located in Marmagao in Goa state. Mormugao Harbour is one of the most striking natural ports on the west coast of India. Tourists are attracted by the liberal atmosphere, the colonial Portuguese feel, the splendid beaches, and the fabulous sunsets. The seafood of the area is also said to be excellent.
Mumbai (also called Bombay), the capital of the state of Maharashtra, is the Gateway to India, signified by the Apollo Bunder, Mumbai's most famous monument and landmark. Visit the Hanging Gardens for a great panoramic view of Bombay. The ancient Mahalaxmi Temple, the shrine of the goddess of wealth, is also a popular destination.
Mumbai (also called Bombay), the capital of the state of Maharashtra, is the Gateway to India, signified by the Apollo Bunder, Mumbai's most famous monument and landmark. Visit the Hanging Gardens for a great panoramic view of Bombay. The ancient Mahalaxmi Temple, the shrine of the goddess of wealth, is also a popular destination.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Khasab sits on a fjord-like recess in Oman's Musandam Peninsula. Rocks rise vertically out of the sea. The Portuguese built Fort Khasab in the early 17th century as a supply depot during the height of their presence in the area. The region offers abundant opportunities to snorkel and view underwater life.
Dubbed the Garden City of the Gulf, Abu Dhabi now offers visitors a variety of options to explore, such as green parks, clean beaches, and a range of marine and other sports, from powerboat races to sand-skiing and exotic adventures in the desert. Tourists can also pay a visit to the oasis city of Al Ain and enjoy a sightseeing tour to archaeological and leisure sites such as Al Hili Fun City.
Dubai is a popular destination for a relaxing beach holiday, an adventurous desert experience, wild nightlife or a weekend away to shop in the electronics and gold markets. Dubai has beautiful white beaches, clear blue seas, first class international hotels, and fine restaurants. In fact, Dubai has everything you could wish for to have a memorable getaway.
Fujairah city, the capital of the emirate, is characterized by the jagged Hajar mountains, which border the fertile coastal plain where most settlement has taken place. Blessed with dramatic scenery, Fujairah attractions include some excellent diving sites, the natural beauty of the mountains and coastline, cultural and historic attractions and of course, reliable winter sunshine.
The town has changed in recent times, but a glimpse of Muscat's past shows in the old houses lining the Mutrah corniche above the harbor, and in the traditional market souks. See the Sultan's Palace, the National Museum and perhaps indulge in Amonage or Ubar perfumes produced here -- The world's most expensive.
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Like a magic carpet spread before the sea, Oman's coastal plain is one of the most fertile areas of Arabia. Famous since antiquity as the source of frankincense, Salalah was already a prosperous town when Marco Polo visited it in the 13th century! Inland rise the forbidding Al-Quara Mountains, and the desolate "Empty Quarter" of central Saudi Arabia.
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Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Hyperbolically known as the Paris of Arabia, Jeddah is one of the few cities in the region to have built around, rather than over, its history. Jeddah has one of the best souks (markets) in the kingdom, the spectacular Souk Al-Alawi, which winds its way through the old city. Although some sections of it have been paved over, and others fitted with bizarre green and white columns, it's still a great place to spend hours strolling and browsing.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
It is the only Jordanian port with direct access to the Red Sea; it remains the trade entrepot to Iraq. Aqaba is also a popular winter and summer seaside resort. Since at least 1000 B.C., a port has existed continuously on the site to handle trade between Palestine and Syria.
Sail down the Nile River to the ancient city of Safaga, the gateway to the magnificent antiquities of Luxor and Karnak. Site of the ancient metropolis of Thebes, Luxor has a history that dates back 2,000 years. Marvel at the ancient columns and statues. Stroll down the avenue of the Sphinxes to the ceremonial gateway of the temple of Amon-Ra, or sail across the Nile to the Valley of the Kings.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
The Suez Canal is an artificial waterway running across the Isthmus of Suez in northeastern Egypt. It connects the Mediterranean Sea with the Gulf of Suez, an arm of the Red Sea. The canal, about 101 miles long, has no locks because the Mediterranean Sea and the Gulf of Suez have roughly the same water level. Most of the canal has only a single traffic lane, with several passing bays.
Alexandria was once considered the greatest city in the ancient world; today it is the second largest city in Egypt. As a port perched directly at the mouth of the Nile, it is the gateway to one of the world's most mysterious and intriguing regions. Walk along the Corniche, a seaside boulevard that is home to restaurants, beach huts, and an unbroken line of hotels and apartment buildings.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Piraeus is the seaport for Athens, the capital of western civilization, which boasts a fantastic mix of classical ruins and vivacious modern life. In a single day, you can climb the hill of the Acropolis to wonder at the Parthenon, join the lively Athenians in Constitution Square, and then find a welcoming taverna for some spirited bizouki music, plenty of ouzo to drink, and with luck, energetic Greek dancing.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
The setting for Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, Messina has much to offer in the way of history. Its dramatic, boulder-filled harbor has challenged navigators since the days of Ulysses. Try to visit the city's Bell Tower at the stroke of noon--the hour when one of the world's largest and most fanciful mechanical clocks springs into action. Messina's museum is also noteworthy for its Renaissance masterworks.
One of the most spectacular bays in the world lies in the shadow of Mt. Vesuvius. Visit the San Carlo Opera House and the cathedral of San Janarious, or tour the ancient ruins in the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Located on Sardinia's northeast coast on the Tyrrhenian Sea, Olbia is quickly becoming a popular tourist destination. Originally a Greek colony, Olbia was later passed to the Romans and then colonialised by Pisa. It was also the scene in of a Roman victory over Carthaginian general Hanno. Visit the traces of Phoenician and Roman tombs and the Church of San Simplicio, created by Pisa during Roman times.
Often called the "Pearl of the Riviera," this charming hideaway on the Ligurian Sea is a favorite vacation spot of many wealthy Europeans. Once a quiet fishing village, Portofino is now best known for its chic boutiques, wonderful outdoor restaurants, and beachside cliffs that are speckled with pastel-colored villas. An optional day trip by boat lets you explore the picturesque coastline villages of Paraggi and Santa Margherita.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Civitavecchia is just moments from Rome, Italy's Eternal City. One of the most geographically perfect ports in the world, Civitavecchia boasts a number of compelling area attractions. Stroll through the streets of the medieval town of Tarquinia. View the resplendent Madonnina at the Resort of Pantano.