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.

Falmout is located in Cornwall, southwest England. The city has about 22 000 inhabitants and is known for having the third largest natural harbour in the world as well as for often being a starting or finishing point for world boat races. Some of the local attractions include the National Maritime Museum of Cornwall as well as the Pendennis Castle which is now used as a museum and own by English Heritage. The city also offers plenty of natural beauty with its parks, laurel mazes and Rhoderdons.

Sandnes is a city south of Stavanger, located in Rogaland county, Norway. It is often referred to as the bicycle city of Norway for its numerous bike routes. Hiking is also popular in the area - there are a variety of picturesque places to explore.

Eidfjord is a small town that sits at the end of the Eid Fjord, the innermost branch of the fourth longest fjord in the world: the breathtaking Hardangerfjord. The Norwegian town is also located on the Hardangervidda, the largest mountain plateau in Europe. As the town offers both the water and the mountains, visitors have a wide range of outdoor activities to choose from, whether it be swimming and fishing or hiking and cycling.

Norway's second city, Bergen is an old Hanseatic city, often referred to as 'the gateway to the fjords'. Bergen has been named as a Euopean 'City of Culture' and is also a UNESCO World Heritage site, providing the perfect combination of historical landmarks and modern culture. The city itself is surrounded by seven mountains, a unique trait which adds to the charm of the city. The annual Bergen International Festival is one of the country's most impressive events and adds to Bergen's reputation of being a 'City of Culture'.

Trondheim is Norway's third largest city and the country's historic capital. The city is incredibly picturesque, featuring Europe's northernmost Gothic Cathedral, wide streets, numerous museums and Scandinavia's largest wooden palace. The area around the city offers a wealth of wilderness to explore - mountains, lakes, a river, skiing trails and much more. There is a lot of emphasis on food in Trondeim, above all on locally sourced produce.

Romsdalsfjorden is an area of the Norwegian fjords synonymous with fishing. Romsdalsfjorden is located within Tautra, a part of both the Fannefjorden and Langfjorden. The fjord is an impressive 88 kilometres in length. There are 68 registered species within the region of Romsdalsfjorden and fishing is a popular activity for visitors and locals alike. Romsdalsfjorden provides a great opportunity to partake in a wide host of activities, in order to truly experience the magic of the fjords