Istanbul is situated on the northern shore of the Marmara Sea between the Mediterranean and the Black Sea. Istanbul is only city in the world that is located on two continents. Numerous museums, theaters, opera houses and mosques and palaces can be visited. Tourists are strongly advised to visit the fortune-telling cafes, where charming ladies read the future from the coffee grounds.

The Turkish city of Canakkale lies in the Marmara region and has a population of over 100,000. Canakkale has become very famous for its tableware, which is sold throughout the country and abroad. Canakkale is also an important city for Turkey because the local military forces are placed there.

Izmir is located on the Turkish Aegean coast and is home to around 3 million people. The modern city has plenty of attractions on offer, but is also a good starting point for excursions. Furthermore, Izmir, with its pleasant climate during spring and autumn has become known as a popular seaside resort.

The island of Patmos belongs to Greece and only has about 3000 inhabitants. You can visit the Monastery of St. John, that is on the highest hill of the island.

Rhodes is situated in eastern Aegean Sea and is the main island of the Dodecanese. The village of Lindos boasts whitewashed houses and the Acropolis, is also one of the main attractions on the Greek island.

Spetses is an island and a municipality in the Islands regional unit, Attica, Greece. The main Athenian tourist season lasts for only two months of the year, although most hotels and restaurants are open from Easter until October. Efforts are being made to extend the season with the addition of major events which are The Spetses Classic Yacht Race and The Spetses Mini Marathon.

Piraeus is the historic port of Athens. Athens, which is Greece's capital city, is the historical capital of Europe and is bursting with culture and history. Highlights of Athens are the Acropolis and the vast numbers of temple situated around the city which are superb examples of Ancient Greek architecture. In addition, there is a wide variety of museums, like the National Archaeological Museum which is the perfect place to discover the full extent of the historical importance of Athens. The blend of history, charm and beauty of Athens is sure to make it an unforgettable visit.

The Greek port city of Gytheio is located to the northwest of the Laconian Gulf. The many restaurants in town serve traditional Greek dishes and thus offer culinary delights.