Trieste is a north eastern Italian port city located on the Adriatic and bordering Slovenia. Some interesting sights such as the Grand Canal, Piazza dell'Unita d'Italia and Piazza Verdi as well as numerous museums are to be seen!

Split, with approximately 223,000 inhabitants, is the second largest city in Croatia. The city has been listed as aUNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. The Diocletian's Palace, which occupies about half of the city, is one of the main attractions. The landmark of the city is the Riva, where you can take a stroll along the waterfront.

Dubrovnik, known as the 'Pearl of the Adriatic', is one of the main tourist locations in the Mediterranean. The Old Town and its many sights is the main attraction of Dubrovnik. This pedestrian-only Old Town holds a wealth of attractions from the city, and can be best discovered with the help of a tour guide. Dubrovnik has a very interesting history, including several wars, and this history can be explored from the city's ancient city walls. The main thoroughfare, also known as Stradun, is perfect for relaxing, enjoying a drink in a nearby cafe and watching the world go by.

The port city of Kotor lies at the southeastern end of the Bay of Kotor in Montenegro. The city is surrounded by up 2,000-metre-high mountains. In 1979, the city was included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The 4.5-kilometre-long city wall and the Romanesque Cathedral of St. Tryphon Kotor are among the attractions. Kotor is an incredible historic city with several cathedrals and churches in the older part of the city.

The second largest of the seven Ionian Islands, Corfu, is often referred to as 'the green island'. Among the attractions of Corfu is the Achilleion, a palace of the Empress Elizabeth of Austria, the old town and the viewing point 'Bella Vista' at Paleokastitsa. In the centre of Corfu is the Panagia Spiliotissa Catherdral and Platiteraklooster.

The Strait of Messina is a strait between mainland Italy and the island of Sicily. It connects the Ionian Sea to the Tyrrhenian Sea. The strait is 32 km long and Messina in Sicily is its main port. Due to its location, it was frequently the site of battles in early history.

Taormina is a town located on the east coast of Sicily, Italy. The town sits right next to the active volcano that is Mount Etna, there are trails leading to its summit. Taormina was destroyed by the Arabs in the ancient world and had to be re-built in the Middle Ages. The mild climate and numerous attractions such as the Teatro Antico built by the Romans and the beautiful sandy beaches, formed by cliffs dropping to the sea make Taormina a magnet for tourists. Do keep in mind that this resort town is not the cheapest on the island.

Palermo is located on the north coast of Sicily. In Palermo, you will find many attractions, from beautiful churches to palaces to museums and galleries. The many city's cafes invite you to enjoy a tasty beverage while watching the colorful life go by.