Swords Travel Magazine - Spring / Summer 2024

Athens, Europe’s oldest capital city, is the perfect staging point for exploration of the Eastern Mediterranean. The city itself is a melting pot of culture dominated by the hilltop magnificence of the Acropolis. Taking time to explore this multi-faceted and thriving metropolis is an oft-overlooked experience that will richly reward the inspired traveller. It is also a wonderful gateway to begin or end a luxury cruise of the Eastern Mediterranean or as a twocentre break with a Greek island extension. Both options are reflected in our featured recommendations for both luxury cruising and an indulgent Corfu island escape. For further details call 0203 189 1381 | Why not consider an Eastern Mediterranean luxury cruise that starts or finishes in Piraeus (Athens) aboard one of the most innovative ships. Choose from 4 wonderful itineraries taking in cities as diverse as Venice and Istanbul, the treasures of the Dalmatian Coast and the islands of Greece. Explora I offers 461 oceanfront suites, penthouses and residences designed to be ‘Homes at Sea’ for their guests, all with sweeping ocean views from their floor-to-ceiling windows and private sun terraces offering unrivalled space and privacy. More than 27,000 sq feet of outdoor space includes three swimming pools and 64 private cabanas, plus an indoor pool with a retractable glass roof, and 9,700 sq feet for the spa and fitness studios ensuring guests can do as much (or as little) as they like. Each guest will be spoilt for choice with sophisticated, varied experiences* across 18 food and beverage venues including six restaurants, five bars and lounges plus in-suite dining, and curated, redefined entertainment in multiple venues. *Two of the culinary experiences carry an experience fee. The Eastern Med on board with Explora Journeys 2024 Summer sailings into & out of Athens 9 “My most memorable moment in Athens was sipping a cocktail at a roof top bar whilst watching the sun set over the Acropolis, not something you get to do every day!” Call Carla to find out more on 0203 189 1381 Athens & Beyond

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