About Alexandria
It wasn't Rome or Athens that intellectually dominated the ancient world, as most assume, but Alexandria of Egypt. It was here that humans first realized the world wasn't flat, invented geometry, built the steam engine, created latitude and longitude, and drew the first accurate maps of the world.
As Justin Pollard and Howard Reid note in their recent must-read book, The Rise and Fall of Alexandria: Birthplace of the Modern Mind, "Alexandria was the greatest mental crucible the world has ever known, the place where ideas originating in obscure antiquity were forged into intellectual constructs that far outlasted the city itself. If the Renaissance was the 'rebirth' of learning that led to our modern world, then Alexandria was its original birthplace. Our politics may be modeled on Greek prototypes, our public architecture on Roman antecedents, but in our minds we are all the children of Alexandria."
Who knew?
Founded by Alexander the Great in 332 B.C., Alexandria today is a bustling, modern city (though calmer than frenetic Cairo, about three hours away) with sadly little to show of its incredible ancient roots. However, with a population of roughly four million, it is an important commercial and cultural center blissfully situated on the Mediterranean coast. It's no coincidence that Alexandria is known as "The Pearl of the Mediterranean."
Almost 90 percent of Alexandrians are Sunni Muslims. Listen up for the spellbinding calls to prayer that resonate across town from the city's minarets five times a day. Cafes and shops will suddenly empty as men make their way toward their prayer rugs. One mosque of note: Abu Abbas al-Mursi, on Sharia Fransa, just a block from the seafront boulevard called Corniche, is a striking example of Islamic architecture that draws thousands of worshipers for the noon prayer on Fridays.
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Day 2: Limassol
Day 3: Rhodes
Day 4: Kusadasi
Day 5: Athens
Day 7: Alexandria
Day 7: Cairo
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Day 1Jerusalem (Ashdod)
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Day 2Limassol
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Day 3Rhodes
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Day 4Kusadasi
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Day 5Athens (Piraeus)
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Day 6Cruising
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Day 7Alexandria
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Day 7Cairo (Port Said)
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Day 8Jerusalem (Ashdod)
Ship DetailsCelestyal Crystal - Celestyal Cruises
Pros
High-quality shore excursions pair well with port-intensive itineraries
Cons
Visibly worn ship that lacks dining variety and other modern amenities
Bottom line
Excellent value, with an emphasis on the destination and Greek culture
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Day 1Athens (Piraeus)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Alexandria
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Day 3Cairo (Port Said)
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Day 4Jerusalem (Ashdod)
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Day 5Limassol
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Day 6Rhodes
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Day 7Kusadasi
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Day 8Athens (Piraeus)
Ship DetailsCelestyal Crystal - Celestyal Cruises
Pros
High-quality shore excursions pair well with port-intensive itineraries
Cons
Visibly worn ship that lacks dining variety and other modern amenities
Bottom line
Excellent value, with an emphasis on the destination and Greek culture
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Day 4: Haifa
Day 6: Jerusalem
Day 7: Cairo
Day 8: Alexandria
Day 10: Crete
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Day 1Athens (Piraeus)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Limassol
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Day 4Haifa (Tel Aviv)
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Day 5Haifa (Tel Aviv)
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Day 6Jerusalem (Ashdod)
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Day 7Cairo (Port Said)
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Day 8Alexandria
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Day 9Cruising
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Day 10Crete (Heraklion)
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Day 11Athens (Piraeus)
Ship DetailsStar Pride - Windstar Cruises
Pros
Spacious suites and bathrooms, James Beard-influenced cuisine
Cons
Ship decor appears dated in cabins and public areas; limited entertainment
Bottom Line
Intimate feel and upscale details make Star Pride a nice choice for port-intensive cruises
ReviewsStar Pride Reviews
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Day 1: Athens
Day 3: Limassol
Day 4: Jerusalem
Day 5: Haifa
Day 7: Cairo
Day 8: Alexandria
Day 10: Crete
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Day 1Athens (Piraeus)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Limassol
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Day 4Jerusalem (Ashdod)
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Day 5Haifa (Tel Aviv)
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Day 6Haifa (Tel Aviv)
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Day 7Cairo (Port Said)
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Day 8Alexandria
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Day 9Cruising
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Day 10Crete (Heraklion)
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Day 11Athens (Piraeus)
Ship DetailsStar Legend - Windstar Cruises
Pros
Upscale, destination-driven yacht that visits off-the-beaten-path ports of call
Cons
Without sails, it lacks some of the panache of Windstar's original iconic ships
Bottom Line
Ideal for active couples seeking a romantic, small ship atmosphere
ReviewsStar Legend Reviews
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Day 5: Jerusalem
Day 7: Haifa
Day 9: Limassol
Day 11: Antalya
Day 14: Catania
Day 15: Naples
Day 16: Rome
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Day 1Athens (Piraeus)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Alexandria
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Day 4Alexandria
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Day 5Jerusalem (Ashdod)
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Day 6Jerusalem (Ashdod)
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Day 7Haifa (Tel Aviv)
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Day 8Haifa (Tel Aviv)
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Day 9Limassol
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Day 10Alanya
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Day 11Antalya
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Day 12Cruising
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Day 13Cruising
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Day 14Catania
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Day 15Naples
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Day 16Rome (Civitavecchia)
Ship DetailsAzamara Pursuit - Azamara
Pros
** Comfortable home base for exploring unique itineraries, with warm and accommodating service
Cons
** Most cabins, especially the bathrooms, are small and feel tight
Bottom Line
** Pursuit is perfectly sized to sail into more remote ports; onboard atmosphere is quiet and congenial
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Day 1Athens (Piraeus)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Alexandria
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Day 3Cairo (Port Said)
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Day 4Jerusalem (Ashdod)
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Day 5Limassol
Ship DetailsCelestyal Crystal - Celestyal Cruises
Pros
High-quality shore excursions pair well with port-intensive itineraries
Cons
Visibly worn ship that lacks dining variety and other modern amenities
Bottom line
Excellent value, with an emphasis on the destination and Greek culture
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Day 10: Crete
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Day 1Athens (Piraeus)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Limassol
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Day 4Haifa (Tel Aviv)
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Day 5Haifa (Tel Aviv)
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Day 6Jerusalem (Ashdod)
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Day 7Cairo (Port Said)
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Day 8Alexandria
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Day 9Cruising
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Day 10Crete (Heraklion)
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Day 11Athens (Piraeus)
Ship DetailsStar Legend - Windstar Cruises
Pros
Upscale, destination-driven yacht that visits off-the-beaten-path ports of call
Cons
Without sails, it lacks some of the panache of Windstar's original iconic ships
Bottom Line
Ideal for active couples seeking a romantic, small ship atmosphere
ReviewsStar Legend Reviews
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CabinRoom with bed and private bathroom
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Port Taxes & Fees
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Service Gratuities
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Most Onboard Entertainment
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Kids Club
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Shore Excursions
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Wi-Fi
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Spa Services
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Select DiningMain dining room and/or buffet
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Specialty Alternative Dining
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Room Service
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Butler Service
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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Day 1: Limassol
Day 2: Rhodes
Day 3: Kusadasi
Day 4: Athens
Day 6: Alexandria
Day 6: Cairo
Day 7: Jerusalem
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