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Western Mediterranean
Ceuta, Spain
A sliver of Spain in Morocco? Surely not. Well, yes, actually - thats Ceuta. Its a city as Spanish as sangria and sombreros, yet it sits on the tip of North Africa, nose-to-nose with Gibraltar.
" Relive the days of the gladiators at the eye-popping Colosseum.
Big enough to hold 50,000 bloodthirsty spectators, its stood the test of time and remains Romes most famous landmark. " All pillars and triumphal arches, the Roman Forum is another ancient showstopper not to be missed. " Head for the Vatican City, the heart of the Catholic Church. Feast your eyes on treasures like St Peters Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelos ceiling masterpiece awaits you. " Stroll down the ultra-chic Via Condotti, Romes most exclusive shopping street where fashion titans like Gucci and Armani flaunt designer goodies. " Follow the Da Vinci trail across the city, calling in at the Baroque beauty that is Piazza Navona and the citadel-fortress of Castel SantAngelo. " Toss a wish-coated coin into the Trevi Fountain to ensure your return.
" The city sits on a headland peppered with seven soaring peaks. Take a look
at Jebel Musa - its one of the two Pillars of Hercules.
" Hit the shops. Youll be glad to hear this place is a duty-free dream, so you
can enjoy a guilt-free spend.
Cherbourg, France
Its synonymous with cross-channel ferries and hypermarkets. But theres a lot more to Cherbourg than meets the eye. Spend some time in the main square, the pretty Place General de Gaulle. and youll see what we mean...
Dublin, Ireland
Joyce, Yeats and Oscar Wilde all fell head over heels for the fair city of Dublin - and its easy to see why. Fringed with shops, sights and, of course, pubs, its cobbled streets buzz with life and laughter all year round.
" Head for the World War II D-Day landing grounds, where cemeteries,
memorials and the remains of the famous Mulberry Harbour make for an emotive visit. " Head further inland and youll come to the citadel of Mont-St-Michel and the town of Bayeux, home of the famous Bayeux Tapestry.
" Hit the Temple Bar district, Dublins cultural and nightlife quarter. Here
galleries and fashion markets rub shoulders with old pubs and cool clubs.
Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy
Few cities on earth have the power to bowl you over quite like Rome. Discover a city packed with historical wonder, artistic splendour and culinary temptation at every turn. Not to mention enough designer shops to keep you browsing for a year.
" Find out how they make the black stuff at the Guinness Storehouse. A tour
takes you round huge vats of fermenting malt and hops before a trip to the top-floor Gravity Bar for a complimentary pint. " Stand in the shadow of Dublin Castle, the citys historical centrepiece. " Dont miss Trinity College, Irelands oldest university. Past pupils including renowned playwrights Oliver Goldsmith and Samuel Beckett.
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