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Northern Europe
AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS BRUGES (FROM ZEEBRUGGE), BELGIUM DUBLIN, IRELAND
Strikingly beautiful, the city is famed for its Bruges is a fairy-tale city where medieval Dublin has produced its fair share of literary
concentric canals crossed by humpbacked edifices, proud bridges and overhanging trees heavyweights, so visit the houses of James
bridges, and cyclist-friendly avenues of tall admire their beautiful reflections in glassy Joyce, George Bernard Shaw and Samuel
tress and gabled houses. Art lovers will be canals. Around its waterways quaint cobbled Beckett among others. For the 8th century
enamoured by three superb galleries – the streets lead you to markets, museums and written word see the ornately illuminated
Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and churches. Perhaps inspired by such chocolate- Book of Kells at Trinity College. Other city
Hermitage Amsterdam; other draws include box charms, the city is known for its exquisite, symbols include the National Gallery, St
historic Anne Frank House, and oh-so-Dutch velvety confectionery, as well as robust beers Patrick’s Cathedral and a certain famous
Houseboat and Tulip Museums. and intricate lacework. brewery, founded by one Arthur Guinness.
BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND BRUSSELS (FROM ZEEBRUGGE), BELGIUM EDINBURGH (FROM SOUTH QUEENSFERRY),
Belfast is a gorgeous blend of Victorian and The Belgian capital exudes a regal grandeur
SCOTLAND
Edwardian architecture, notably around among its broad boulevards and manicured Grand Georgian architecture creates a
Donegall Square, and its attractions include parks. At its heart is the striking gothic charming stage for a contemporary
the Big Wheel, Titanic Shipyard and Botanic Grand’Place, the original city market square, exploration here. Start at that enduring
Gardens. Lively folk music is woven into the overlooked by ornate guild houses and an symbol, the hilltop castle, to hear its one
fabric here, and the surrounding countryside awe-inspiring spot to sip coffee. And how o’clock cannon and behold that ancient
is filled with legend: nowhere is this more true about a tour of the entire continent at Mini crown, sceptre and sword – the ‘Honours of
than at the incredible natural paving blocks Europe, a scale model showcase of Scotland’. Then follow the Royal Mile to the
that form the Giant’s Causeway. internationally renowned buildings. undeniably modern Parliament Building,
perhaps delving into the superb National
BREMERHAVEN, GERMANY COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Gallery en route.
Bremerhaven is your gateway to its Denmark’s cosmopolitan, café-lined capital
fascinating sister city, Bremen, a Hanseatic brims with outdoor zest. Join locals in the
GLASGOW (FROM GREENOCK), SCOTLAND
gem whose attractions span the ages. Stand Botanical Gardens, watch them swim in the The River Clyde, integral to Cunard’s past,
within the medieval old market, where tall, clear canals or see that famous resident – the reveals more of its maritime heritage at
photogenic houses are guarded by the giant bronze Little Mermaid, perched on her rock. The Tall Ship, while the superb Burrell Gallery
statue of the Knight Roland, a protector of Along pedestrianised Strøget pause for superb at Pollok House showcases works by Degas
trade. Shop along the splendid 1930s city views in its Round Tower, or tour the and Cézanne. Marvel too at the architectural
Böttcherstrasse, then set eyes on the striking modern glass-fronted Opera House riches endowed on his home city by Charles
gleaming Science Centre, shaped like a gleaming on the waterfront. Rennie Macintosh, like the Glasgow Herald
futuristic flying saucer. Building, and wonder how he might regard the
CORK (FROM COBH), IRELAND
ultra-modern Clyde Auditorium.
BREST, FRANCE
Gregarious, friendly and compact, Cork
What a castle! The imposing turrets and squeezes itself prettily onto an elongated isle,
GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN
ramparts have stood here since the 13th surrounded by the River Lee. Peruse delicacies Sweden’s second city, a lovely whirl of parks
century, though it is thought the Romans may within the attractive English Market, shop your and canals, is resolutely proud of its seafaring
have fortified this vast natural harbour a way along Cornmarket Street or dip into a ties. The Maritime Museum celebrates all
millennium earlier. You may well use it as a smattering of museums. Even set off through things nautical while the modern opera house
base from which to explore the sensationally emerald countryside to Blarney Castle; a stroll resembles a classic ocean liner. Beyond the
rugged Breton countryside or visit Quimper, of its grounds is recommended even if kissing ‘Avenue’, filled with shops and eateries, you’ll
known for its half-timbered houses and the stone seems rather precarious. arrive at Gotaplatsen, the expansive central
colourful fayence pottery. square graced by an eye-catching statue of
the sea god Poseidon.
Bremerhaven, Germany Statue of Bishop Absalon, Copenhagen Clyde Auditorium, Glasgow
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