Gothenburg, Sweden
Gothenburg might be best known for being the home of environmental activist Greta Thunberg but it’s so much more. Located on the country's west coast, Gothenburg was founded in 1621 as a heavily fortified, primarily Dutch trading colony. The Port of Gothenburg is now...
A Coruña, Spain
In our previous post, we started to explore the Galicia region of Spain so we’ll stay in the region and explore A Coruña, which like Vigo is a port city. A Coruña is called the “Glass City” for its unique architectural style of constructing “galerías” (enclosed glass...
Vigo, Spain
Anywhere you go in Spain you feel it…there’s an intoxicating vibe in the air. Culture, history, music, dance and cuisine set Spain apart, and every region in Spain offers unique experiences. Vigo, a city in Spain’s Galicia region on the northwest coast, is no...
Arendal, Norway
In the Disney movie Frozen, the kingdom of Arendelle is named after the Norwegian town of Arendal. The real Arendal stands out for its own reasons. Arendal is a picturesque archipelago on the southern coast of Norway and although we’re sure it’s magical covered in...
Isle of Man
The Isle of Man has an air of mystery about it. Maybe because it’s an island in the middle of the Irish Sea surrounded by England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Maybe it’s because of its rugged coastline, medieval castles, rural landscape and mountainous center. Maybe...
Dover, England
Surely you’ve heard of the White Cliffs of Dover. They’re legendary. Songs have been written extolling the beauty and majesty of the white cliffs rising out of the sea. It’s a sight to behold, and there’s no better way to experience them than arriving in Dover by sea....
Aberdeen, Scotland
Ahhhh…Scotland…the name alone conjures visions of vast and verdant open spaces, mystical stone circles, the mournful and haunting sound of bagpipes, and the legend of Loch Ness. And there are so many historic castles! We can’t possibly cover it all so we’ll choose...
Lisbon, Portugal
Famously built on seven hills, Lisbon is a bustling and exciting city that boasts a wide choice of activities and fascinating attractions. The city will surely win you over with its genuine friendliness and blissfully laid-back pace. Lisbon is one of Europe's most...
Cherbourg, France
As the gateway to the infamous Normandy region, Cherbourg is one of France’s great channel ports and is closely linked to French naval history and transatlantic voyages. Cherbourg is famous in its own right for being the final stop of RMS Titanic before her fateful...
Acapulco, Mexico
Nicknamed "Pearl of the Pacific," Acapulco is Mexico's most glamorous pacific resort. Few destinations can match its superb weather with an average of 360 days of sunshine per year and with temperatures comfortably in the 80s. Acapulco attracted the likes of...
Belfast, Ireland
For Game of Thrones fans, Belfast is a mecca. The wildly popular and successful series put Belfast back on the map in the very best way possible. Overcoming its troubled past to become a thoroughly modern and cosmopolitan city, Belfast embraces its history – warts and...
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations for ocean and river cruises in North West Europe. It's certainly a metropolis, but a rather small and very...