Sicily & the Amalfi Coast 
from Malta

The present mingles seamlessly with the past in Palermo, a magnificent city and a reminder that Sicily hasn’t always been Italian. A coveted gem, Palermo has been governed by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, and the French, becoming Italian only in 1860. The result is a vibrant crossroads of culture, cuisine, and creativity in a compact destination. The senses are provoked by its everything-at-once quality, from Islamic domes and Christian churches to Baroque palazzos and UNESCO-listed sites, of which nine are registered as protected treasures. But it’s the city’s unique cuisine that unites all its marauding rulers, blending the bold flavors of its conquerors into cohesive dishes that reward every discerning traveler.

Legend tells that when the nymph Amalfi passed away, Hercules, in his love for her, laid her to rest in the most beautiful place on earth, naming it after her. And thus, Amalfi was born.
With houses clinging to mountainsides, Amalfi’s charm is undeniable. The locals have already fallen under its spell: “The day we enter paradise will be like any other, for paradise is already here,” they say.
In this paradise, discover the majestic San Andrea Cathedral, which towers over Piazza Duomo, and the Cloister of Paradise, an architectural marvel blending Gothic and Moorish styles. Nearby, the Paper Museum honors the famous Amalfi paper once cherished by courts throughout Southern Italy.
Let the lemon-scented breeze carry you away in Amalfi.

Docking in Civitavecchia, you’ll be just an hour and a half away from 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.