40 Night Grand Mediterranean Voyage sailing from Ft Lauderdale to Venice aboard Prinsendam.

Designed to explore the remote corners of the world in elegance and style, the ms Prinsendam is our most intimate ship. Accommodating just 835 passengers, she gives guests the feel of a classic yacht with the spaciousness of a cruise ship. The ms Prinsendam offers many cozy areas in which to find your favorite spot, most of her staterooms feature commanding ocean views and many have private verandahs.

A special signature sculpture dominates the three-story atrium featuring etched fish, turtles and dolphins climbing a stunning cylinder of Bolle glass and lit with state-of-the-art fiber optics. Other works of art include a remarkable abstract marble sculpture of a Viking ship by contemporary Norwegian artist Nicholas Widerberg, a series of paintings by impressionist painter Neil Pinkett, and an outstanding collection of Roman Amphorae from 50 - 150 AD. The ms Prinsendam, or "Princes" ship, is truly a classic ship worthy of her name.

Highlights of this cruise:

Ft Lauderdale
There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Fort Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Fort Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or venture to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.

Funchal
Lush and lovely, Madeira is famous for its wine.

Casablanca
From the city of Bogart and Bergman, tour to Rabat, Morocco's serene capital, and to Marrakech, city of souks, storytellers, snake charmers and the famed Koutoubia Minaret.

Almeria
You'll see evidence of a Moorish past in the Alcazaba Palace, as well as a Gothic cathedral, once a stronghold against Berber pirates. From Almeria you may also opt to tour by motor coach to Granada and the incomparable sight of the Moorish masterpiece, the Alhambra.

Valletta
St. John's Co-Cathedral, with its elaborate inlaid marble tombstones and Caravaggios, is here, as is the Grand Master's Palace.

Iraklion
The island where Zeus was born. Marvel at Minoan artistry and architecture at Knossos Palace; delve into antiquity at the first-rate Archaeological Museum.

Alexandria
Founded in 331 BC by Alexander the Great, Alexandria offers museums filled with mummies, as well as access to the Pyramids and Sphinx.

Haifa
From this port on the slopes of Mt. Carmel travel to Nazareth, home of the young Jesus. And visit the land of miracles--Galilee, the Jordan River, the Mount of the Beautitudes and Tabgha.

Marmaris
Sometimes referred to as the Turkish Riviera, Marmaris lies where the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas meet. Surrounded by lovely hills, it is one of the largest natural harbors in the world. Pamper yourself at the Turkish and mud baths, or wander the tangles of streets in the Kaleici district. Visit the small castle museum, which has a comprehensive archaeological collection on display.

Istanbul
No visit to Istanbul would be complete without visiting the Spice Market, filled with exotic aromas of such spices as curry, myrrh, and saffron. The three-hour Istanbul City Walls & Spice Bazaar tour begins by crossing the Galata Bridge to the old city, past the Süleymaniye Mosque, whose 174-foot dome was once the highest in the Ottoman Empire. You'll pass the ancient city walls built by Constantine and beneath the epic Roman aqueduct.

Buy some Turkish delight (known as lokum) before returning to port, but be sure to bargain: offer half and settle for 10 to 15 percent less.

In the evening, meet a guide at the pier for an evening dinner at the famous Bebek Fish Restaurant followed by cruise along the Bosphorus. As you travel, your guide will provide the stories behind the palaces and the luxury pavilions overlooking the Bosphorus Strait. At the restaurant, fresh seafood specialties are prepared Turkish-style while you take in the incredible night view of the strait.

Athens
The port of Piraeus is your gateway to the wonders of Athens, including the Acropolis, Constitution Square, Hadrian's Arch, the Olympic Stadium and more.

Dubrovnik
Magnificent medieval walls protect this World Heritage Site and former naval city-state. Inside are a beautiful 14th-century Franciscan monastery, the Sponza Palace and graceful stone palazzi.

Korcula
Forts and fishing villages, beaches and bazaars, sailing harbors and seashores- When Marco Polo set out to explore the East in 1271, these are the treasures he left behind in his hometown. Some elements have changed little in red-roofed, sun-drenched Kor ula.

Venice
St. Mark's Square is Venice's heart, with palatial arcades and charming cafes. Tour the exquisite Doges Palace, once home to the dukes of Venice. Ply the canals in a gondola; shop for exquisite Venetian glass; sip a bicerin at timeless Caffe Florian.