A blend of the traditional and modernity makes Barcelona one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. With approximately 1.62 million inhabitants, Barcelona is also the second-largest city in the country. Among the attractions are the Nou Camp, Sagrada Família, Park Guell and the beautiful Las Ramblas promenade. In addition to the many cafés, tapas bars are found all around the city and provide a culinary highlight.

Port Vendres lies in the French region of Languedoc-Roussillon, on the Mediterranean coast close to the border of Spain. Especially nice is the port area and fishing is one of the town's main industries. Stroll along the harbor to the little lighthouse. Also of interest to anglers and fish lovers is the fish market. If you continue to delve into the town, you will find the beautiful church of Notre-Dame de Bonne Nouvelle.

Toulon is idyllically situated in a natural cove south coast of France. Surrounded by the picturesque countryside of Provence, Toulon is a popular destination on the Mediterranean coast. The town is well known for the many beautiful fountains that are dotted arounf the city.

St. Tropez, France, is istuated on the Côte d'Azur. The former fishing village has become a popular holiday destination for the rich and famous and is where high society keep their yachts.

In terms of glamour, Cannes is probably the best spot you can find in Europe. Azure blue sea, fringed by palm trees, and a promenade are just two of the highlights of the town. Cannes is also ideal as a starting point for a trip to St.Tropez and is home to an annual film festival.

Monte Carlo is a city of the rich and famous, but also offers numerous attractions for regualr tourists. The Duke's palace high above the city, the casino and the Botanical Gardens are just a few of the highlights. AS Monaco is one of the most successful football clubs in the French League and a Formula 1 race takes place each year around the streets of the tiny nation.

The region of Liguria belongs to municipality of Porto Venere is located at the tip of a peninsula directly on the Ligurian Sea in Italy. It has 3906 inhabitants and covers about 7 square kilometers. Worth seeing are the two churches of San Pietro and San Lorenzo and the fortifications of the town.

Civitavecchia is located in the province of Rome and is a gateway to the city. Rome is Italy's largest city, and is bursting with Italian history and culture. The Old Town, St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican City are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980. In the 'Eternal City' there is so much to discover, such as many theater performances to enjoy and museums with fascinating exhibits. A highlight of Rome is the food available, with the huge number of bars, restaurants and cafes sure to satisfy. Highlights of Civitavecchia Visit the historic Colosseum, Pantheon and Roman Forum Enjoy typical Roman cuisine in an Italian cafe or restaurant See the many beautiful squares and fountains in the city