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The Lure of Libya - An Enchanting Mediterranean Cruise Destination

Tue, 26 Jan 2010, 07:59:58 EDT
Edited by Debra Tone

Spurred by Popular Demand, Mediterranean Cruise Operators Sail to Libya En Masse.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Libya, long shrouded in mystery, has exploded in popularity in recent years amongst adventure enthusiasts and garnered intense attention from Mediterranean cruise lines, according to Libya Expeditions, Libya's leading tour operator and travel adventure specialist.

A fascinating blend of civilizations and cultures, Libya is an incredible land of majestic Greco-Roman ruins and awe-inspiring desert landscapes and is home to five UNESCO World Heritage Sites: The Roman ruins of Leptis Magna and Sabratha; the Hellenic ruins of Cyrene; the desert town of Ghadames; and the Rock-Art Sites of the Tadrart Akakus.

"Cruise calls to Libyan ports is skyrocketing, with a 65 percent recorded increase in passenger shore excursions in 2009 compared to 2008," says Ryad Sunusi, Founder and CEO of Libya Expeditions.

"Cruise lines with Mediterranean itineraries are eager to call on Libyan ports and offer passengers an opportunity to savor the magnificent cultural heritage Libya has to offer - the cosmopolitan and historic twin capitals of Tripoli and Benghazi, amazingly preserved Roman and Greek ruins, World War Two battle sites, and exotic Saharan towns."

According to the Libyan Ministry of Tourism, 36 cruise vessels visited and 12,218 passengers disembarked in Libya in 2009.

The most popular Libyan ports of call, usually found on 10- to 16-day Mediterranean cruises, are Tripoli and Benghazi. Most shore excursions target the Roman Cities of Leptis Magna and Sabratha, Greek Cyrene and Apollonia, and the World War Two cemeteries at Tobruk.

Libya Expeditions, whose Cruise Services division is a key Destination Management partner to Mediterranean cruise lines calling on Libyan ports, is a recognized market leader in Libya Cruise Services, Ground Operations, and Tour Operations for cruise vessels. Services are offered at every major Libyan port of call by dedicated Cruise Specialists, including the ports of Tripoli, Khums, Derna, Benghazi, and Tobruk.

Libya recently announced an ambitious strategy to attract 1.5 Million tourists annually by 2012; and to that effect, loosened tourist visa procedures so visas for most nationalities can be obtained on arrival.

Top countries sending tourists to Libya are Italy, France, Germany, Spain, and Sweden.

About Libya Expeditions LLC:
Libya Expeditions is a full-service Libya tour operator that provides comprehensive Libya travel services, focusing on escorted Libya cultural, archaeological, and desert adventure tours and holidays; and has rapidly become the leading operator of escorted tours to Libya.

Libya Expeditions is committed to promoting responsible tourism - supporting the local Libyan economy whilst retaining respect for traditional customs and way of life. As a 100 percent Libyan owned company, we employ local drivers and guides who are part of their traditional community, thus providing a sustainable income whilst protecting an established way of life.

For more information on our Libya tour packages and itineraries, and to make a reservation, please visit www.libyaexpeditions.com.

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REFERENCES: The Lure of Libya - An Enchanting Mediterranean Cruise Destination, Libya Expeditions, CEO Ryad Sunusi, adventure enthusiasts, luxury cruise, Libyan Ministry of Tourism, five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, The Roman ruins of Leptis Magna and Sabratha, the Hellenic ruins of Cyrene, Rock-Art Sites of the Tadrart Akakus, ports of Tripoli, Khums, Derna, Benghazi, and Tobruk, Jan 26, 2010.

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