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Ajaccio, CorsicaCorsica’s capital is a very attractive city with a historic centre where you can visit the birthplace of the island’s most famous son, Napoleon Bonaparte. But for a real flavour of Corsica, get out and about to discover the beautiful coastline of rugged cliffs and perfect beaches, and the maquis covered interior where vines and olives grow beneath age-old hill towns. |
Barcelona, SpainLife in the Catalan capital is as fast and fun as anywhere in Europe. Take a stroll down Las Ramblas, where the street theatre is just as crazy as the fantastical Art Nouveau architecture of the city’s most famous son, Gaudi. The Gothic Quarter with its narrow streets and vast cathedral is big on atmosphere and the neighbourhood tapas bars are just the place to refill. |
Cadiz, Spain (Seville)Founded over 3,000 years ago, Cadiz grew rich on treasures brought back from Spain’s New World and the atmospheric streets of the old town have changed little since this golden era. It’s also the port for Seville, a romantic city with gorgeous Moorish architecture, and for Jerez de la Frontera at the heart of Spain’s sherry region, where wine tasting is a must. |
Cannes, FranceCannes and glamour go hand-in-hand and no more so than during the May film festival when the who’s who of Hollywood descends on the town. But any time of year, it’s one of the Riviera’s most chic resorts. Take a stroll along La Croisette, the palm-shaded beachfront promenade, passing Belle-Époque hotels, designer boutiques and elegant pavement cafés – perfect for people watching. |
Civitavecchia, Italy (Rome)Civitavecchia has been the port for Rome since the 13th-century and the Eternal City is still the big draw. It wasn’t built in a day, but you’ll see a lot in yours, from the massive Colosseum, St. Peter’s Basilica and Vatican City to the sun-filled piazzas, fabulous fountains, ultra-chic designer stores and oh-so-tempting pavement cafés, where you can do as the Romans do. |
Halifax, Nova ScotiaHalifax was founded in 1749 and there’s history and heritage around every corner. Check out the city sights in a horse-drawn carriage or on the top deck of a British bus; immerse yourself in maritime history, including the city’s Titanic connection; or head out to scenic Peggy’s Cove with its lighthouse and brightly painted houses for a wonderful lobster lunch. |
Lerwick, Shetland IslandsEven though Lerwick lies half way between London and the Arctic Circle, it’s still part of Britain. In fact it’s our most northerly town and it’s the capital of the 100 plus islands that make up the remote Shetlands. Its history dates back millennia with sites from the Stone Age, Iron Age and the Viking period. The pretty waterfront with its fishing fleet and pleasure boats is perfect for a stroll. |
Lisbon, PortugalHop on a rattling yellow tram for a ride around the seven hills of Lisbon, checking out the ancient Moorish Alfama district and hill top St. George’s Castle, the narrow lanes of the Bairro Alto and riverfront Belem with its Monument to the Discoverers. Stop for delicious pastries and maybe a seafood lunch down by the water. |
Livorno, Italy (Florence & Pisa)The treasures of Tuscany are on Livorno’s doorstep, so will it be Florence with its red-roofed Duomo, Renaissance palaces and galleries? Or Pisa, where that Tower still leans over the ‘Field of Miracles’? Or, how about the Cinque Terre on the nearby Ligurian coast: five tiny, photogenic fishing villages linked by age-old cliff-side footpaths, mule tracks and ferry boats? |
Malaga, Spain (Granada)Gateway to the glam resorts of Spain’s Costa del Sol and the beautiful white villages of Andalusia, Malaga is a great city in its own right. Sights to see include the Moorish Alcazaba, the hilltop Gibralfaro Castle and the birthplace of Picasso now a gallery devoted to his work. Then why not stop for lunch? The restaurants around the old cathedral are great for fish and seafood. |
Miami, FloridaFamous for its year-round sunshine and miles of white sand beaches, Miami’s a great place to soak up some rays. Chill out in chic South Beach with its pastel-painted art deco buildings and people-watching pavement cafés, or head inland to the swamps of the Everglades, where alligator watching is more the thing. |
New York, New YorkEven if you’ve never been before, you’ll feel like you know it from countless movies and TV programmes. The Manhattan buzz is like nowhere else. Whether you’re shopping on Fifth Avenue, strolling up Broadway, checking out the sensational museums and galleries or taking it all in from high atop the Empire State Building, you’ll agree… it’s a wonderful town. |
Ponta Delgada, AzoresThere are nine mountainous islands in the Azores and Ponta Delgada stands on the verdant isle of Sao Miguel. Stroll through the old town with its 16th and 17th-century mansions and churches and take a tour of the island. Be sure to see its most amazing sight, the twin crater lakes of Sete Cidades, one azure blue and the other emerald green. |
Reykjavik, IcelandIn recent years, Reykjavik has made something of a name for itself as a trend-setting city and the edgy shops and bars bear this out. But it still doesn’t detract from the big ticket here – the scenery. Glaciers and geysers, mountains and waterfalls give away Iceland’s volcanic origins and create the mysterious, romantic landscapes that inspired ancient Icelandic sagas. |
St. John’s, NewfoundlandThe capital of Newfoundland, St. John’s is also Canada’s oldest city, tracing its history right back to the 16th-century, when it was settled by the British. There’s lots to discover, including Signal Hill, where Marconi received the first transatlantic signal and a fantastic, rugged coastline with rocky beaches, headlands and a historic lighthouse at Cape Spear. |
Vigo, SpainThe largest town in Galicia is also Spain’s biggest fishing port, so head for the atmospheric Barrio del Berbes, where the narrow cobbled streets are lined with tapas bars and restaurants serving up the freshest fish and seafood imaginable. Or follow in the footsteps of countless pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela, to see the grand cathedral housing the tomb of St. James. |
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