MEDD

Eastern Mediterranean- Greece, Black Sea, Turkey, Israel, Egypt

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TAXI INFORMATION

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Taxis can be called from the Tourist Information office or may be available at the tender pier. Please be advised most taxi drivers will speak limited English. the nearest Tourist Office is located at 8 Quai Jean Jaures.

GOING ASHORE

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Evrima will be anchored off Saint-Tropez and will be using the yacht's tenders to proceed ashore to Quai Gueprattle landing on L'Estacade Noveau Port. Guests will board the yacht's tender boat for the approximate 10 minute ride into the pier.

Marbella, Spain

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Nestled along the famously scenic shores of Spain’s Costa del Sol, the fashionable town of Marbella is a seaside resort with the stunning Sierra Blanca mountain range for a backdrop.

Cadiz, Spain

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Surrounded by endless beaches on the Costa de la Luz, Cádiz is an elegant seaport and also one of the oldest inhabited cities in Europe, having been founded by the Phoenicians circa 1100 BC. Playa de la Caleta and Playa de la Victoria are among the best beaches in Spain, and the city’s wealth of history and culture is equally appealing. The gates of Las Puertas de Tierra guard the ancient center of Cádiz, an enchanting array of distinct barrios like La Viña, the historic fisherman’s neighborhood, and Santa María, where the origins of the flamenco song developed.

Porto, Portugal

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With rich cultural attractions and world-class museums, the compact city of Porto spreads upward from both sides of the Douro River, making it easy to explore on foot with a vigorous hike. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the historic Ribeira quarter on the waterfront is a maze of cobblestone streets and picturesque squares that tell a 2,000-year history in architecture.

Londonderry, Northern Ireland

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Also known as Derry, Londonderry is one of Europe’s best-preserved walled cities and the only one in Ireland completely intact. Within the 400-year-old walls stand landmarks like the 17th-century St. Columb’s Cathedral, the imposing neo-Gothic Guildhall and the Tower Museum, which illuminates over 14 centuries of history. Evocative murals in the Bogside neighborhood acknowledge the turbulent period of the Troubles in the past, while the modern Peace Bridge symbolizes hope for a harmonious future.

Thessaloniki, Greece

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Cosmopolitan in culture, architecture and energy, Thessaloniki has the feel of a big city with the charm and ambience of a much smaller town. Roman, Venetian and Ottoman civilizations have all left their mark here, and the influences of former empires are evident in fifteen UNESCO World Heritage sites, including churches, monasteries and baths spanning the 4th to the 14th centuries. The city’s gastronomy is likewise diverse and well regarded.

Toulon, France

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A cable car ride to the top of Mont Faron provides the perfect orientation to Toulon with 360-degree views of the city and its environs. Then descend to the scenic waterfront for a stroll along La Rade, where palm-fringed sidewalks are lined with brasseries and bistros serving classics like mussels and fries or ratatouille, each dish paired perfectly with a local Provence rosé.

Tunis (La Goulette), Tunisia

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From museums to mosques and from sand to souks, the bustling capital of Tunis is the perfect introduction to Tunisia on Africa’s north coast. Housed in a 19th-century palace, the world-famous Bardo National Museum tells fascinating tales of the region’s rich history and is especially recognized for its outstanding collections of mosaics. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the Medina of Tunis hearkens back to the 12th through 16th centuries when the city was one of the greatest and wealthiest in the Islamic world.

Paros, Greece

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For picture-perfect whitewashed Greek towns on scenic waterfronts with patios of smiling patrons, nothing beats the laid-back island of Paros. With an exceptional selection of gorgeous beaches and historical sites to explore, the only thing missing is the crowds in this off-the-beaten-track destination. One of the country’s oldest Byzantine churches, the 4th-century Panagia Ekatontapiliani is an Old Town standout that features a tranquil garden with fragrant flowers and lemon trees.