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.

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Leith is the port area of the city of Edinburgh, Scotland. The seaport has existed since the 14th century, and boasts lots of culture for almost anybody's tastes with plenty of first-rate restaurants run by some of Scotland's finest chefs, chic bars and grand galleries. Edinburgh is among Europe’s most beautiful cities with medieval tenements in its Old Town complemented by ultra-modern architectural marvels, such as the Scottish Parliament buildings all built among the crags, cliffs and hills of Scotlands rugged coastline.

The Scottish town of Aberdeen is also known as "the sparkling city" or "Silver City" as many buildings are built of granite and therefore glisten in the sunshine. Aberdeen is also regarded as Europe's oil capital.

The small tranquil town of Invergordon is the starting point for many trips to Scotland and the British Isles. Embark on a quest to Loch Ness or marvel at the fairytale-like castles of Dunrobin and Urquhart. With a bit of luck, you might also be able to spot some dolphins in the Bay of Invergordon. The city has also become the capital of murals in the highlands and is a destinations for art lovers.

Kirkwall is a town on the Orkney Islands, located 10 miles off the Scottish mainlands. The town itself is steeped in history and today, is the main hub of activity in Orkney. Visitors can admire Kirkwalls most prominent feature, St. Magnus Cathedral, seen as one of the finest medival buildings around . Kirkwall has a vibrant shopping scene with a refreshing selection of locally-owned stores. By night, many bars offer traditional live music, allowing visitors to soak up the unique culture of the Orkney Islands.

Lerwick, in the Shetland Islands is 200 km north of the Scottish mainland . Its name means "bay of clay", and the first human settlements in the subarctic archipelago date back to the 1st century BC. The town has a distinctly maritime feel, with a stunning natural harbour teaming with fishing boats all vying for space.

Stornoway has about 8000 inhabitants and is the largest town on the island of Lewis. It is one of the Outer Hebrides islands which lie off the west coast of Scotland.

Oban has a population of approximately 8140 and is the unofficial capital of the Scottish Highlands. Here you will find a nice contrast of recreational activities and opportunities to relax. A great choice awaits you, you can see many boats, yachts and ferries on the picturesque bay, even take some boat tours to the lighthouse. Alternatively, you will also have the opportunity to go hiking or play some golf.

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In the surroundings of the Scottish village you will find a breathtaking nature. Take a trip to view Scotland's rugged landscape, or visit one of the many castles in the country. Greenock is a natural deep water port with offers magnificent views of mountains and beyond to all ships entering and leaving the port. The town of Greenock is home to some spectacular scenes of the River Clyde. Many examples of Victorian architecture can be found at Custom House and the McLean Museum