The Italian port city of Genoa is located in the northwest of the country. Due to the location of Genoa, it faces almost exclusively to the sea. Another characteristic is the soaring mountains of the Apennines. Among the attractions of the city are many historical monuments, museums, palaces, and the landmark La Lanterna. The approximately 117-meter-high lighthouse was built in 1128 and is located in the western part of town.

Marseille, France's main port city, is rich in history which can be traced back to the year 600 BC. The beautiful Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde is a focal point of Marseille and with its stunning hilltop location is the ideal place to look down over all of Marseille and beyond. The city is a blend of style and history, with shopping areas and modern architecture contrasted with historic sites in the old town and port. A trip by boat will bring you to the Château d'If, an impressive fortress on an island boasting turquoise waters, pristine beaches and spectacular limestone cliffs.

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.

Valencia lies on Spain's east coast and has approximately 810,000 inhabitants. The town hosts a number of attractions such as the cathedral, which was built in 1262 and is still well preserved. The bell tower of the cathedral, a landmark of Valencia, is still free for the public to visit. With the modern tram you can relax and visit one of the many beautiful beaches of Valencia.

Alicante is a city in Eastern Spain, on the Mediterranean coast. It offers a variety of attractions, including historic buildings like the Castle of San Fernando or the bullring.

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.

Funchal is the capital of the island of Madeira, the Pearl of the Atlantic, known for its many exotic flowers. The origin of the name comes from the discovery by the Portuguese. When they arrived there, the islanders grew a lot of fennel. The city can look back on a nearly 600-year history. Explore the Levada, artificial watercourses, which pump rain water from the north and the center of Madeira to the farms in the south.