Mediterranean Charms: 
Corsica & Rome

Overlooking the tranquil, clear waters of the Gulf of Valinco and far from the tourist crowds of Bonifacio and Ajaccio, Propriano captures the true essence of southern Corsica. It’s a place of stunning coves, rugged landscapes dotted with rocky peaks, and a fragrant maquis filled with the scents of immortelle, myrtle, arbutus, and green oak. And then, there are the beaches. Carcci, at the town’s entrance, marks the start of an exceptional coastline that includes Portigliolo, Capu Laurosu (with the Genoese Tower of Campomoro in the distance), Lido Puraja, and Mancinu.
But Propriano offers more than beaches. It’s renowned for its diving spots and the nearby Filitosa site, where ancient granite statue-menhir figures stand in enduring mystery.

On Corsica’s northwestern coast, lies the picturesque town of Calvi. The majestic Genoese Citadel, set against the backdrop of the Monte Grossu mountains, houses all the town’s historic treasures: the Saint John the Baptist Cathedral, the Saint Anthony of Padua Oratory, the Salt Tower, the Sampiero Barracks, and even the house where Christopher Columbus is rumored to have been born—a claim no one in Calvi disputes!

Calvi offers endless outdoor adventures, from swimming in natural freshwater pools to hiking in the nearby Bonifatu Forest. Wherever you roam, the Virgin Mary watches over the town from her hilltop perch at the Notre-Dame de la Serra Chapel. According to legend, bringing your true love here promises beauty and longevity for your relationship.

Docking in Civitavecchia, your path will unfold toward Rome—a city of legends, where history and myth intertwine. Rome shaped the world, and in turn, the world remains captivated by its grandeur.
Every street corner reveals a story: the Colosseum’s ancient grandeur, the Pantheon’s awe-inspiring dome, the elegance of the Trevi Fountain, and the quiet splendor of Villa Borghese. Rome’s timeless monuments—from St. Peter’s Basilica to the Sistine Chapel—speak of emperors, philosophers, and artists who left their mark on the Eternal City.

A city of cinema, la dolce vita, and endless discoveries, Rome is far more than a destination; it’s an experience. They say every stone there tells a story. Yours is waiting to be written.