The Swedish capital Of Stockholm is also Scandinavia's largest city. The city of Stockholm is actually a combination of islands connected by approximately 57 bridges. Stockholm is known as being a style capital. Located just 20 minutes away is the impressive Stockholm Archipelago, a collection of approximately 30,000 islands, which is a natural wonder not to be missed. Stockholm also plays host to unique venues such as the ABBA Museum, which provides an interactive musical experience.

Helsinki is Finland's largest city and is an architecture lovers dream. The city is considered a stronghold of classicism. The townscape is characterized by a further Nouveau architecture. The Scandanavian city has become somewhat of a 'hip' destination, offering unique boutiques, galleries and countless quirky cafés and restaurants Another attraction is the fortress of Suomenlinna, built on several islands in the early 1700's by the Swedish as a form of protection.

The 950 square kilometer city of Kotka is located in southern Finland, on the Gulf of Finland. It has 54,843 inhabitants and is a very popular destination in summer due to the well-attended public festival "Days at Sea". A visit to the oldest icebreaker in the world (Tarmo), lying in the harbor, is highly recommended.

Estonia's capital city is located on the Baltic Sea, approximately 80 km from Helsinki. The Old Town is a maze of medieval streets and spires and has also been made a UNESCO World Heritage site, helping to preserve the oldest capital city in Northern Europe. Visiting Talinn is like stepping into a modern-day medieval fairytale. Toompea, located on Tallinn's upper side is home to numerous architectural wonders such as the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Visitors can also expect to find an abundance of canals and beaches in Tallinn.

Latvia's capital is the largest city in the Nordic and Baltic region. Riga is famous for its well-preserved downtown and Art Nouveau. In the city you will find historic spires and architecture of days gone by. The Freedom Monument which is almost 43 metres tall represents Latvia's path to freedom and is a must-see for many visitors. Riga's Central Market is also highly recommended, founded in 1930, the market, much like Riga itself is steeped in history and is one of the biggest marketplaces in Eastern Europe. Visitors can expect a lively atmosphere with plenty of bartering!

Visby is a town located on the Swedish island of Gotland in the Baltic Sea. The Hanseatic town is characterized by its picturesque medieval buildings, charming painted cottages and narrow cobbled streets. Thanks to all of the above and more, like the stunning Gothic church ruins or the 12th century ramparts in the Old Town, Visby is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit in August to enjoy the loud and colourful Gotland Medieval Week or in other months to discover the region in peace.

The Polish city of Gdansk is an old port city which sits on the Baltic coast. Gdansk has an extensive transport network, which makes for the perfect base for discovering the Baltic region. St. Mary's Basilica and the Medieval port crane are popular attractions. In addition, the Old Town which was rebuilt after World War 2 is a particular highlight which displays the beauty of Gdansk, while highlighting the major impact of World War 2 on the city. Gdansk is also synonymous with the Polish solidarity movement and is home to the European Solidarity Centre.

The port city of Rønne is the capital city of Bornholm island. With a population of approximately 15,000 inhabitants, Rønne is also the largest city on the island. In the old part of Rønne, expect to find small cobble stone streets which lead you to St. Nicolai Church, which is surrounded by beautiful half-timbered houses and narrow charming streets. St. Torv is the main hub of activity in Rønne and on a market day people from all over Bornholm bring their best produce to sell. For a small place, Rønne has an interesting history which can be discovered in the Bornholm Museum.

Sitting on the Baltic Sea, Warnemünde is a popular seaside resort town that is characterised by its large white sandy beaches and bustling promenade. One of the best ways to see Warnemünde is by harbour tour where you can enjoy the Baltic charm of the town and of the larger area of Rostock. Warnemünde is also used as a link town for the German capital of Berlin. Many cruise guests partake in excursions to see the many historic sites and to experience the unique culture of one of Europe's most vibrant cities.

Aarhus is the second largest city in Denmark. It is a vibrant, ever developing, student-filled city with a lot of friendly faces, lauded restaurants, architectural landmarks and fascinating art galleries. Aarhus was awarded the title of the 'European Capital of Culture' in 2017. The city is also the place to be if you are a foodie, there are plenty of food halls, cafes and restaurants serving delicious local and international delicacies.