Poised as if to kiss the continent of Africa, Andalusia hugs the southern coast of Spain and embraces cultural influences from both sides of the strait. This is the birthplace of Don Juan and Carmen, evening paseos by women in lace mantillas, cape-twirling matadors. In short, it is quintessential Spain. The beaches of the Costa del Sol are legendary. And behind lie equally magnificent mountain ranges sheltering picturesque "white villages.

Welcome to the Iberian Peninsula, home to some of the world's freshest seafood, finest wines and most flavourful local produce. On this 17-day trip across Northern Spain and Portugal, tingle your tastebuds as you eat and drink your way through cities and towns made famous by their cuisine. Hop from taperias to wine bars, learn how to cook authentic and delicious local meals, explore ancient wine cellars and fresh food markets and wander the fields of a farm before sitting down to a home-cooked meal. From sweet Portuguese tarts to savoury Spanish jamon, delight all your senses on this food-forward adventure.

Balmy summer nightlife, picturesque piazzas, pristine island hideaways and ancient relics await us as we slip through the gentle waves through the Balearics, Cote d'Azur, Portofino and Tuscany's Monte Argentario.

History has soaked deep into the streets of Rome, where we begin our exploration. The Tyrrhenian Sea wafts us to energetic Naples and sunlit Sicily. Tunis beckons from across the waves before the Cote d'Azur offers a slice of jet-setting luxury. From Corsica, we sail to white sands and Mediterranean beauty, darting back to Sicily and Sardinia. Sip cocktails as you admire the stunning scenery in Menorca, then arrive in cosmopolitan Barcelona for tapas and a warm Spanish welcome.

Embrace Caribbean scenery and Mediterranean charms on an enchanting odyssey from Miami to Barcelona. Stroll through the old town at San Juan and dive into turquoise waters at Philipsburg's Great Bay.

Shimmering sunsets and unparallelled luxury await you on a cerulean sea adventure. Linger overnight on the resplendent banks of the Bosporus before indulging in the spectacular Cyclades beauty of Mykonos and Santorini, and the Adriatic wonders of Corfu, Hvar and Pula. Wander through the piazzas of Venice and explore the fortresses of Dubrovnik and Kotor, the picturesque Amalfi Coast and ancient legends of Rome. Finally, absorb glittering blends of art and heritage in Monte Carlo, Florence and Barcelona.

As dawn lights the bustling city of Barcelona, we set sail to retrace the steps of Grace Kelly through glittering Monte Carlo and Cote d'Azur panache. Explore the rugged coast of Corsica, relax on the golden beaches of Sardinia and admire the rocky cliffs of Sicily.

Capture the drama of a Mediterranean adventure, from the clifftop scenery of Sorrento to the setting of Much Ado About Nothing in Messina, and onwards to dreamy Sardinia and Menorca. Add Barcelona's arty atmosphere and chic summer vibes along the Balearics and Cote d'Azur to medieval surprises in Genoa and the elegance of Portofino and Monte Argentario. From historic Rome and Naples, loop back through the azure waters, admiring Mediterranean islands, to the rich heritage of Tunis and the Spanish spirit of Barcelona.

Unveil the enchantment of Venice's waterways and the impressive walls of Dubrovnik and Kotor. Trace the cliff edges of Sorrento before legendary art awaits you in Rome. Revel in the glamour of Monte Carlo and the buzzing cityscapes of Florence and Barcelona, before Cadiz and Funchal cast their timeless spell. Spend time in boundless peace and luxury aboard EXPLORA I, until the sun rises over the tropical paradise of St John's, and you embrace the vibrancy of Road Town, San Juan and Miami.

We begin in Rome, where ancient architecture meets modern metropolis. Next, let Sorrento's siren song draw you to its Vesuvian sites and Amalfi hikes. Immerse yourself in Sicilian charm in Palermo and travel through time in Tunis, where whitewashed buildings and labyrinthine souks await. Feel the vibrant island vibes of Ibiza then melt your troubles away on the turquoise shores of Mahón. Finally, we breathe in the bohemian heart of Catalan in magnificent Barcelona.