Golf & Cruise on MS EUROPA:
The pearls of the Western Mediterranean

Funchal, the capital of Madeira, nestles against the slopes of a high mountain range and is known for its floral diversity. Mild temperatures make the island a paradise for nature lovers. Once a major port, the focus today is on Madeira wine. The seaside promenade offers romantic views of the sea. Funchal combines natural beauty with cultural heritage and invites you to enjoy the island.

A long golden sandy beach stretches 9 km along the coast of Porto Santo, located around 42 km northeast of Madeira. The small island entices with its Portuguese lifestyle, great restaurants, hiking trails, and water sports opportunities – perfect for a relaxing beach holiday. Besides the fascinating basalt formations of the Pico de Ana Ferreira, visitors can also dive into history.

The copper-red cliffs along the Algarve coast, rising almost vertically from the deep blue sea, make Portimão a real highlight. The charming old town and marina invite relaxed strolls, while Praia da Rocha – an endless, shimmering golden beach – invites sunbathing and enjoyment. Looking at magnificent bays, dune islands, and crystal-clear water, everyday life quickly fades into the distance.

On the horizon rise the white facades of Cadiz. The city looks back on over 3,000 years of history and was once a lively trading center. Today it preserves its pride in magnificent palaces and miradores overlooking the sea. The long sandy beach is reminiscent of famous movie scenes and invites you to linger.

The second-largest city in Andalusia exudes the scent of orange groves. The Castillo de Gibralfaro offers a view of the elegant cathedral and the Moorish fortress Alcazaba. Wine lovers appreciate the region's wines. Malaga combines history, culture, and enjoyment into a feast for all senses.

Valencia delights with ancient buildings and modern architecture. The heart of the old town is the Plaza de la Reina with the imposing cathedral, whose bell tower offers a fantastic view of the city. Worth a stroll is the Mercado Central, where local specialties await culinary explorers. Futuristic flair is radiated by the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències, an impressive building and park complex with opera and museum.

Between the rolling vineyards of the Côte Vermeille and the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean lies Port-Vendres, a harbor full of authenticity and maritime life. For centuries, seafaring has shaped this place, considered one of the few deep natural harbors on the French Mediterranean coast. Fishing boats and sailing yachts line the quays, while freshly caught fish and regional specialties are served in the small restaurants.

Charming Sète is often called the 'Venice of the Languedoc' because of its numerous canals that wind picturesquely through the cityscape. In the idyllic harbor, fishing boats and sailing yachts lie side by side, and in the small harbor restaurants you can taste freshly caught fish and the famous octopus specialty Tielle Sétoise. A climb up Mont Saint-Clair is also worthwhile: from its platform you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view.

Monte-Carlo, the centerpiece of Monaco, enchants with luxury and sophisticated charm. Known for the famous Casino, it is a symbol of elegance. Monaco-Ville sits on a rocky peninsula and houses the Prince's Palace. The magnificent opera and parks with views over the Côte d'Azur make Monte-Carlo an experience.