Palace Hotel Desenzano

The 4-star Palace Hotel Desenzano offers luxury accommodation in Desenzano del Garda. Guests can enjoy on-site parking, meeting facilities, and Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. While smoking is not permitted in the rooms, it is allowed on terraces/balconies and in designated outdoor common areas. All rooms feature a stocked minibar and wireless internet access. For leisure, the hotel boasts a luxurious spa with beauty treatments, massage, and a sauna, as well as an inviting outdoor swimming pool. Additional amenities include an airport shuttle service, pet-friendly accommodations, a concierge service, and disabled facilities, including wheelchair access to the hotel, reception, bar, conference facilities, and designated parking spaces.

Lake Garda

Lake Garda: For the ancient Romans Lake Garda was a luxury summer destination with Roman ruins and mosaics in Sirmione and Desenzano to prove it. Long and slim Lake Garda is located in the north-east of Italy, stretching from north to south. The southern lakeshore is low, rolling land and fairly built-up. In contrast, the dramatic fjord-like northern end is surrounded by towering mountains and cliffs. Most of the lakeside towns are popular as holiday resorts; they differ in character but all are well-connected by boat services. Isola Del Garda is a beautiful private island which dates back to the Roman Empire. Three of Italy's 20 wine producing regions border Lake Garda. Each one uses grape varieties which are local to the region to produce a diverse range of red, white and rose wines. Malcesine is a picturesque town with cobblestone lanes and a striking castle on the edge of the water with the backdrop of Mont Baldo. Visit Castello Scaligero which was once a regal home or stroll through the medieval streets to the Palazzo Dei Capitani once the headquarters of the ruling Venetian elite.

Giorgione Hotel

Located in the Cannaregio District, only at a 10-minute walk from Saint Marks' Square and 5 minutes away from the Rialto Bridge, the Giorgione hotel is perfect for couples on a romantic escapade. The hotel is decorated in a classic Venetian style with Murano glass chandeliers, and features a beautiful interior courtyard with a fountain, the perfect spot to have a late breakfast or a romantic candlelight dinner. This 18th Century building is near the Casino and a quick stroll away from the Doges' Palace, Ca' D'Oro and La Fenice Theatre. The ferry station is also really close to the hotel and the railway station is 2 km away. Guests staying at the hotel will be able to taste traditional Venetian dishes at the Osteria Giorgione restaurant and wine bar next to the hotel. The splendid islands of Laguna, Murano, Burano and Torcello are only a boat ride away, leaving from Fondamenta Nuove.

Venice

History, architecture, dining, romance and pure wander lust through the cobbled streets and by the canals is what Venice is all about. Top souvenirs would be Venetian Glass (also known as Murano Glass) or the famous and flamboyant masks. Standing in the middle of the magnificent piazza San Marco is an experience in itself -once described by: Napoleon as the 'drawing room of Europe'.

Norwegian Viva

Norwegian Viva launched in August 2023 as the second of the brand new ultra-contemporary Leonardo / Prima class of ship built with more space and carrying less passengers on board. This ship features the signature favourites found on the rest of the fleet such as the 24-hour Local bar & grill, single studio complex, a comprehensive thermal spa and The Haven complex. Plus, some great innovations such as Infinity Beach, Oceanwalk, La Terraza and The Concourse. There are 28 dining venues to choose from including the brand new Indulge Food Hall is adjacent to the expansive wrap around deck on deck 8; and includes sea food, Indian, tapas, tacos, a salad bar, Asian fusion, Smokehouse Q and more. On deck 8 you will find Infinity Beach with plush double sunbeds surrounded by water and two infinity pools - one on the port side and one on the starboard side of the ship. It will also feature swinging egg loungers, cabanas, hammocks and the Indulge outdoor lounge - all with food service from the food hall. Perhaps stare at the ocean below your feet through the glass floor on Ocean Walk and enjoy the interactive art and sculptures at the Concourse. The main pool area on deck 17 features a movie screen and bar. There is an additional sunbathing area on deck 18 with cooling water jets and fountains and the exciting Wave wet slide. Plus, the Vibe Beach Club offers a select space for an extra charge with a wonderful bar, hammocks, cabanas and a jacuzzi too. Nightlife centres around numerous bars, Syd Norman's Pour House for live music, Improv at Sea Comedy Club and the theatre. Oh....and a great new innovation on NCL is that the theatre transforms into the ultimate nightclub on selected nights - where they roll back the seats to create a huge dance floor. All in all - this ship looks great, feels great and will make a great holiday experience where-ever it sails.

Kotor

Kotor is well known for its stunning architecture and amazing natural setting in a dramatic bay with tall emerald-green hillsides. This small town with its cobbled streets and maze of alleyways, shops, bars and restaurants is surrounded by well-preserved walls that feature many landmarks making Kotor itself a UNESCO World heritage site.

Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is one of Croatia's many highlights. This unique12th century walled city has cobbled streets , towering ramparts and red roofed building overlooking a pretty fishing harbour. Visit Onofrio's Fountain, Sponza Palace and the Church St Blaise.

Enjoy a day of uninterrupted relaxation at sea taking advantage of the wide range of dining options, entertainment and facilities on board.

Salerno

Salerno is the gateway to the delights of the Amalfi Coast and the gorgeous cliff top Sorrento. Perhaps visit the ruins Pompeii and Herculaneum in the midst of Mount Vesuvius.

Rome

In Rome you will be spoilt for choice in this infinitely intriguing city where an unsurpassed vibrancy of life mixes with epic history, tasty cuisine, top class shopping and a joyous nightlife. Peel back layer upon layer history with world class sights such as the Coliseum, The Roman Forum, the Trevi Fountain and more. The Pantheon is awe-inspiring dating back to 27 BC and is the only complete structure from the Roman Empire still standing.

Livorno

Approximately 30 minutes from the port lies the ancient city of Pisa with its famous leaning tower. Then it's on to Florence – a renaissance treasure founded in the 16th century. Visit the the Uffizi Gallery and the main cathedral Il Duomo Di Firenze which was started in 1296 and completed in 1436. No visit to Florence would be complete without a walk across Ponte Vecchio which is lined with gold and silver merchants.

Villefranche (Nice)

The Bay of Vellfranche is reputed to be one of the top 5 in the world flanked by The Cap of Nice and Cap Ferrat. The charming old town of Villefranche tumbles down the hillside to the sea and ends at a sandy beach for the opportunity to sink your toes into the sand. Within 5 miles each way you will find Nice, Monaco and Antibes which are easy to reach by local bus or train.

Majorca

Majorca is perfect for a beach stop, a wander around Palma the capital, a visit to the mountains and the monastery of Valldemossa – one time home of Chopin.

Barcelona

The Christopher Columbus Statue marks the entrance to the port and the start of Las Ramblas pedestrian area – lined with shops, bars and restaurants where street entertainers keep you entertained. Perhaps visit the famous Sagrada Familia Cathedral which was started in 1882 and is still not complete. Universal's Port Aventura theme Park is situated close by, there is also the Picasso Museum, Gaudi Architecture and the Barcelona FC museum.