Palma is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island of Mallorca (Majorca), in the western Mediterranean. The massive Santa María cathedral, a Gothic landmark begun in the 13th century, overlooks the Bay of Palma. The adjacent Almudaina is a Moorish-style Arab fortress converted to a royal residence. West of the city, hilltop Bellver Castle is a medieval fortress with a distinctive circular shape.

The Mediterranean island of Corsica, which belongs to France, enchants with its fascinating landscapes: rugged coasts alternate with picturesque sandy beaches; On your excursions into the inland you will always discover original small mountain villages, where you will be welcomed with Corsican warmth. You can explore Corsica on your own after arriving at the port of Ajaccio or join a shore excursion. Relax on a white sandy beach or walk in the footsteps of the most famous Corsican of all: Napoleon Bonaparte saw the light of day in Ajaccio in 1769.

The Italian city of Civitavecchia is located around 70 km northwest of the Italian capital Rome and is a popular port for cruises in the western Mediterranean. Anyone who docks in Civitavecchia by ship only needs a little over an hour to reach the Eternal City. The shuttle takes you to Rome's main train station, Roma Termini, in less than an hour, in the heart of the Italian capital. Ancient buildings, medieval squares, alleys and fountains as well as world-famous museums await you here.

On a cruise to Messina you will encounter a battered city. The Sicilian metropolis has risen again and again from the ashes of destruction - earthquakes, World War II bombs or large fires - and has asserted itself as a cultural center. Located in the extreme northeast of the island of Sicily, the city is also considered the gateway to Italy: the ferry crosses the Strait of Messina in 20 minutes and reaches the southern mainland in Villa San Giovanni in Calabria. On your cruise in Messina, experience a proud and fascinating city whose roots go back to the 8th century BC. Go back to BC

Valletta is the capital of the island republic of Malta. Located just 150 km south of Sicily in the Mediterranean Sea, the state consists of the three inhabited islands of Malta, Gozo and Comino as well as several uninhabited islands. The majority of the Maltese live around the capital region of Valletta in the north of the island of Malta. Here you will experience a historic city of the Order of St. John from the 16th century, which tells its story in countless fortifications and bastions, churches, palaces and museums. You will experience the smallest capital in Europe and one of the most beautiful cruise ports in the world.

Magnificent palaces and churches, narrow medieval streets and snow-white beaches - Palermo has many fascinating faces. Discovering them and being enchanted by the bustling capital of Sicily is a pleasure that you shouldn't miss on a Mediterranean cruise to Italy. For over 2,500 years, Palermo has been a pivotal point in the Mediterranean: the city, located on a beautiful bay, was founded by the Phoenicians, and it gained fame and power through the Arabs, Normans and Staufers. Anyone strolling through Palermo today will find traces of the different rulers who tell the history of the city over time. A colorful mix of different architectural styles and the lively southern Italian flair make Palermo one of the most interesting metropolises in the Mediterranean.

You have the best view of Cagliari from the ship. If you drive across the Mediterranean towards the port, you will see the mighty castle perched on a hill above the city. Below is the port district, the marina, with its historic streets and buildings. To the right and left of the harbor are calm lagoons where you can watch flamingos, cormorants and cranes. With AIDA Cruises on the way to Cagliari in Sardinia, you will not only head for the largest port in Italy, but also one of the largest port facilities in the entire Mediterranean.

Menorca with its capital Mahón is the eastern island of the Balearic Islands and a perfect recreational paradise. Thanks to the breathtaking nature, the island has been declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. The smallest of the Balearic Islands impresses with a diverse landscape, friendly residents and gorgeous bays with wide beaches. The plain interspersed with many gorges in the south is in stark contrast to the rough coastal landscape in the north of Menorca.

Palma is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island of Mallorca (Majorca), in the western Mediterranean. The massive Santa María cathedral, a Gothic landmark begun in the 13th century, overlooks the Bay of Palma. The adjacent Almudaina is a Moorish-style Arab fortress converted to a royal residence. West of the city, hilltop Bellver Castle is a medieval fortress with a distinctive circular shape.