Lisbon, Portugal's capital, is a beautiful city of seven hills, fado, pastel houses and azulejo tiles. Wander Alfama's steep cobbled streets, visit the Azulejo Museum, then head to São Jorge Castle or Miradouro da Graça for sweeping views over red rooftops, the Tagus and the suspension bridge. See Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, and take a trip to nearby Sintra and Pena Palace. Finish with ginjinha and a pastel de nata.

Porto is a steep, atmospheric Portuguese city of cobbled streets, stacked buildings, azulejo tiles, and strong wine culture. Explore historic Ribeira on the Douro, wander alleys lined with cafes, try pastel de nata, cross the Ponte de Dom Luis I, and visit Porto Cathedral for views and cloisters. Eat Francesinha or bacalhau, then head to the Douro Valley for vineyards and local wines.

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Bordeaux is a prestigious French wine city known for full-bodied reds, scenic vineyards, and world-class cellars. Visit France's largest wine region, tour the Cité du Vin, and learn how its famous vintages are made. In the city, see the Water Mirror at Place de la Bourse, the Monument aux Girondins, and the lively Marche des Quais for fresh oysters and prawns.

Bordeaux is a prestigious French wine city known for full-bodied reds, scenic vineyards, and world-class cellars. Visit France's largest wine region, tour the Cité du Vin, and learn how its famous vintages are made. In the city, see the Water Mirror at Place de la Bourse, the Monument aux Girondins, and the lively Marche des Quais for fresh oysters and prawns.

Falmouth, on Cornwall's coast, blends sandy beaches, seaside charm, community spirit and a modern arty edge. Recently named the UK's best town to live, it's a lively university town with galleries, independent bookshops, bars and restaurants. Its maritime past lives on at the National Maritime Museum and Prince of Wales Pier. Nearby, the Lizard Peninsula offers dramatic coastal walks, fishing coves and the Lizard Lighthouse. Finish with a Cornish cream tea.

Cobh (pronounced Cove) is a picturesque seaside town with a magnificent natural harbour, the world's second largest. It was the final port of call for the Titanic, and the town has memorials including the Titanic Experience. From 1849-1920, over 2.5 million people emigrated through Cobh port. Nearby attractions include the Cobh Heritage Centre and Spike Island, "Ireland's Alcatraz." Walk the waterfront for views of colourful houses, pubs, and St Colman's Cathedral.

Dublin blends cobbled streets, buskers, and lively pubs with warm, cosmopolitan energy. Its history runs from Viking trading port to Georgian capital, and its role in the 1916 Easter Rising is preserved at Kilmainham Gaol. See St. Patrick's Cathedral, the Book of Kells at Trinity College, and the Guinness Storehouse, and explore the city's rich literary legacy, from Joyce to the Museum of Literature.

Holyhead, once a key defence against Irish invaders, is now a major ferry port linking Wales and Ireland. On North Wales's windswept coast, South Stack Lighthouse offers dramatic sea views in all weather. Reach it via a small bridge, then face 400 steps down and 100 up inside. Nearby Ellin's Tower is ideal for seabirds and puffins. In Holyhead, visit the Maritime Museum or Breakwater Country Park for views over the Irish Sea to the Skerries and, on clear days, Ireland.

Reborn as a cool modern city, Belfast blends culture, architecture and cosy pubs. Explore the Maritime Quarter and Titanic District, where the Titanic Museum tells the story of the famous ship built here, alongside SS Nomadic and the Maritime Mile. See the Salmon of Knowledge, tour the Peace Lines and murals by black taxi, then visit the light-filled Metropolitan Arts Centre and lively Cathedral Quarter.