Southampton is a historical port city located in Hampshire county, southern England. A popular city in its own right, with attractions including the Tudor House, the stunning gardens of Mottisfont Abbey, and more, most of its appeal is held in its status as your gateway to the metropolis of London. Most cruise lines visiting Southampton will start or end their cruise here, or will offer excursions to explore nearby London. There you can enjoy everything from history to culture, cuisine and everything in between. The Tower of London, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and a whole lot more await.

Zadar is a vibrant port city in southern Croatia. This charming old town, which offers fascinating historical treasures and a great view of the sea, is surrounded by Venetian walls. Among the attractions in and around Zadar include five national parks, antiquities from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, and some museums.

Sibenik is a Croatian city on the Adriatic coast. Sibenik has about 51 000 inhabitants and is the twin town of Herford in North Rhine-Westphalia. A sight definitely worth seeing is the cathedral. Jakova, which is included in the UNESCO of World Heritage List.

The Strait of Messina is a strait between mainland Italy and the island of Sicily. It connects the Ionian Sea to the Tyrrhenian Sea. The strait is 32 km long and Messina in Sicily is its main port. Due to its location, it was frequently the site of battles in early history.

Portugal's capital is one of Europe's oldest cities, and offers tourists a diverse and interesting cultural activities. The Torre de Belém and the Mosteiro dos Jeronimos were recorded as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. Lisbon has many interesting buildings, parks and museums and also hosts the annual jazz festival 'Jazz em Agosto'. Saint George castle comes highly recommended, as it offers a spectacular view of the city. In addition, you must try the Portuguese cuisine. Try one of the city's famous dishes, the cod is a particularly loved dish.