A chance to combine the romance of revered cities such as Venice and Dubrovnik with the delightfully authentic charms of lesser- known destinations such as Rijeka and Split in Croatia and Kotor in Montenegro, this region off ers a diverse collection of treasures. Days ashore bring many a memorable moment, from taking a dip in unbelievably turquoise waters of the Ionian islands, to exploring the medieval architecture of Kotor, walking Dubrovnik’s walls and soaking up some Spanish culture in Valencia and Malaga.