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.

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.

Guecho or Getxo, as it is known in its native Basque, is a town in Biscay in Northern Spain. As one of the larger population centres in the region, it was one of the areas which came under fire during the Basque Conflict.

The Spanish port of Gijon in northern Spain is located on the Bay of Biscay. Highlights of the City are the harbor, the botanical garden and the aquarium. Furthermore, Gijon offers a variety of museums, such as the International Bagpipe Museum. Also worth seeing is the church of San Lorenzo and the Revillagigedo Palace.

La Coruna is a city in northwestern Spain . The city is known for the Tower of Hercules, a Roman lighthouse from the 2nd Century which, in the past, has shown the way into the harbor. One of the attractions in the relatively near vicinity is the pilgrimage town of Santiago de Compostela.

Leixões is Portugal's largest artificially constructed harbor and is situated near the city of Porto. Porto is known for its famous port wine. The port city is characterized by its picturesque quaintness. Closely packed houses, steep cliffs and numerous terraces contribute to this cosy atmosphere.

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.

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