Home of Banksy, one of the most controversial street artists in the world, Bristol is widely considered one of the UK’s most on-the-up cities. Once a hub of heavy industry, the city has become more of a center for innovation and creativity in recent years. Wander about its streets and you will quickly notice the alternative feel of Bristol city, with small quirky cafes and music venues scattered about. While you wander, keep an eye out for the controversial but powerful works of street art by the aforementioned Banksy, who’s true identity is shrouded in mystery.

Lorient is a coastal town in western France with 58,000 inhabitants. The city has marinas for yachts and some top seafood restaurants.

Le Verdon-sur-Mer is a small village with about 1400 inhabitant and is situated on the Atlantic coast. It is home to a rich nature, characterized by extensive beaches, forests and bogs. One of the more interesting landmarks is the lighthouse of Cordouan.

Santander is a port city on the northern coast of Spain. In the city there are few historic buildings and worth seeing are the Prehistoric Museum and the Maritime Museum. Many bars and cafes can be found between the central square of the city and harbor. Enjoy Spanish cuisine while watching the hustle and bustle on the streets.

Ferrol is a port city in northwestern Spain. The city is known for the old arsenal in the local shipyard, and the forts of San Felipe and La Palma.

The French port of Brest in Brittany is situated on the extreme western tip of France. The harbor is one of the major naval ports in France. In the city there is an old fortress, from which one gets a good view of the marina. In one of the towers is a museum, the "Musée de la Marine," in which there is much information on the history of the harbor and the marina.

Home of Banksy, one of the most controversial street artists in the world, Bristol is widely considered one of the UK’s most on-the-up cities. Once a hub of heavy industry, the city has become more of a center for innovation and creativity in recent years. Wander about its streets and you will quickly notice the alternative feel of Bristol city, with small quirky cafes and music venues scattered about. While you wander, keep an eye out for the controversial but powerful works of street art by the aforementioned Banksy, who’s true identity is shrouded in mystery.