The Isle of Man’s history of insisting on doing its own thing, semiautonomous in its decision making from the UK, has led to its reputation of being a somewhat odd or alternative place, out on its own sitting in the Irish Sea. Breathtaking scenery is where most of the island’s attraction lies, with a rugged coastline and dense valleys. The Isle of Man is of course famous for its annual high-octane TT motorbike race held in May and June - not for the faint hearted!

Home to the Beatles and football, the historic port city of Liverpool is located in north-western England and since becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004 and was 'European Capital of Culture' in 2008, it has become one of the UK's major tourist destinations. Liverpool is mainly known for its sport and music scene. Anfield, home of Liverpool FC, is a must see for any sports fans. Music lovers should head straight to the Cavern Club where the Beatles played over 300 times and music history was made. Another must-see is the Royal Albert Dock. Dating back to 1846, the dock is now a major tourist destination and how to restaurants, cafes and museums.

The city of Cardiff is located in the UK and is the capital and most populous city of Wales. The city in the south of Wales has about 336,000 inhabitants.

Jersey is the largest Channel Island, one of the sunniest regions of the British Isles. Tourists can enjoy the sandy beaches, craggy cliffs or pay a visit to Mont Orgueil Castle.

The peninsula of Portland is located in the south of England. Portland Harbour, since it's inception was home to a Royal Navy base until 1995 and is still one of the biggest man-made harbours in the world, and was used as part of the 2012 Olympic Games. The area is also known for Portland Stone, a special stone quarried here used in St Paul's Cathedral and United Nations Headquarters. Portland has always been a place of significance throughout history and so there is certainly something for everyone to discover here.

Rouen is located about 80 miles inland along the Seine river. It is often referred to as 'the city of one hundred steeples' as stated in one of the poems of the famous french poet Victor Hugo. Although many of the buildings were destroyed during the Second World War, many of the half-timbered houses are still worth seeing. For the architecture lovers the Basilica of Saint-Ouen and cathedral will be a treat with their breathtaking sights.

Rotterdam, with around 590,000 people, is the second largest city in the Netherlands. It also one of the three cultural centers in the country. The city is the known for its skyscraper skyline and its many museums, festivals and events.

Gothenburg is Sweden's second largest city and also one of the most beautiful places in the country. Located at the mouth of the river Göta, flowing into the Atlantic Ocean, the city enjoys a reputation as a cultural center with big-city flair. Within the city, the most beautiful and important tourist attractions are all within easy walking distance.

Mariehamn is a very popular resort, which was founded in 1861 at the time of the Russian Empire. Stroll along the Linden promenade and admire the sea views

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.

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 Kiel Canal is a 98-kilometre long freshwater canal in the German state of Schleswig-Holstein.