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Tenerife (Canary Islands, Spain)
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The largest of the Canary Isles is Tenerife. Due to the mild climate and its geography, the island has a number of micro-climates. A mountain range spans the island at the centre of which is the impressive volcanic crater Cañadas del Teide with a diameter of around 20 km, and 'Teide' itself, which measures 3,718 metres in height. The valleys on either side of the mountains are extremely fertile, with important banana and tomato cultivation. By the sea there are beautiful sections of coastline with craggy cliffs and others with wide, fine sandy beaches. Active holidaymakers should visit Teide National Parks, Loro Parque, Barranco del Infierno, the cliffs of Los Gigantes, the pyramids at Güimar, the Anaga mountains, La Laguna, La Orotava, Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz, Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas and the Aqua Park.
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At Sea
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Funchal (Madeira, Portugal)
Arrival: 07:00
Departure: 23:59
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Funchal is the capital of Madeira and lies at the South coast of the island. The port stretches from a relatively flat area of the coast to high up in the adjacent mountain chain. Funchal is perfect not only for relaxing in one of the floating cafés by the harbour, but also for shopping for delicacies in the market hall, which has a huge assortment of fish, flowers and vegetables. The city centre is also worth seeing: in the old town area is the famous fort. The upper town is dominated by the "Castelo de São de Pico", also known as "Pico Fort". At the foot of the fort lies the English cemetery. Further attractions: the cathedral, the old customs house, the fort "São Tiago", the city park, "Quinta das Cruzes" gardens with an archaeological park.
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Porto Santo (Madeira, Portugal)
Arrival: 07:00
Departure: 18:00
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A flight of approximately 20 minutes (or around two hours by boat) separates Madeira from the neighbouring island of Porto Santo, which is only 41 square metres in size but has a beautiful wide golden sandy beach measuring 9km. Everything Madeira is famous for - blossom, forests and mountains - is absent on Porto Santo. Instead, the "Holy Port" has an asset its big sister cannot claim - beautiful fine sandy beaches and a steady climate. The sand erosion at the Fonte de Areia, from where you can enjoy a wonderful view of the cliffs of the northern coastline, are well worth a visit. In the South-West, by Ponta da Calheta, bizarre lava cliffs jut up out of the water. Since there is little by way of vegetation on the island, the sandy beach dominates. A short trip to Camacha with its picturesque mill or to the Ponta de Calheta for a meal of fish with a spectacular view, means you will not be bored.
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At Sea
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Portimão (Portugal)
Arrival: 07:00
Departure: 18:00
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The small, modern town of Portimao on the Algarve has lots to offer visitors that like to go out: Praia da Rocha, the "cliff beach", and the disco 'Katedral'. Recreational activities, sunshine, shopping and sardines are what make Portimao special. One of the best shopping streets is the 'Rua do Comércio', the "street of trade", a pedestrian area that begins at the old market square close by the local church in the highest area of the town.
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Cádiz (Spain)
Arrival: 07:00
Departure: 19:00
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The southern Spanish coastal town in Andalucia has a trading port and a naval port. It is connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of land measuring 9km in length and by a bridge. It has a population of 154,000. Sights in this city founded by the Phoenicians around 1100 B.C. include the medical faculty at the University of Seville, the old cathedral (13th and 16th century) and the new cathedral, built in the 18th/19th century. In historical terms, Cádiz gained huge importance as the starting point for the Spanish expeditions to the West Indies.
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Málaga (Spain)
Arrival: 08:00
Departure: 23:59
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Malaga was founded in around 8 B.C. by the seafaring Phoenicians. Today, Malaga is a modern city with an important trading port, an airport and a university. It also has an excellent climate all year round, making it one of the most important holiday destinations on the Iberian peninsula.
Sights include: The King's Palace, "Alcazaba", built in the 11th century and featuring an archaeological museum; the city cathedral, built around 1528 with the pretty chapels "Capilla Mayor" and "Capilla del Sagrado Corazón"; various churches; the house in which Pablo Picasso was born; buildings dating from the 18th century - "Casa del Cosulado", "Palacio de la Aduana", "Casa Palacio del Marques de Valdeflores"; the parks "Puerta Oscura", "de Ricasso", "de Pedro Luis Alonso".
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At Sea
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Valencia (Spain)
Arrival: 08:00
Departure: 18:00
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Valencia on the East coast of Spain was founded by the Romans and occupied in the early Middle Ages by the Moors, before being recaptured by the Christians. The old town has many must-see buildings, such as the cathedral, built in 1262, whose clocktower is the city's landmark, or the Church of Santa Catalina. Visitors can also take a close-up look at the two well-preserved towers of the medieval city. Those looking to relax should take a trip on the modern tramway to one of Valencia's many beaches.
Sights include: the cathedral, the Basilica de la Virgen de los Desamparados, the imperial monastery, San Nicolas church, San Martin church, La Lonja de la Seda, the town hall, the Mercacado Central, Mercado de Colon, Estacion del Norte, Jardines del Turia and Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias.
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Port Vendres (France)
Arrival: 14:00
Departure: 23:59
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The small harbour town of Port Vendres still has an impressive fleet of fishing boats, and in its heyday it was a passenger port for the North African colonies. Ramblers can take a walk along the small beach and the long seaside promenade and watch the anglers or visit the fortifications on the opposite cliffs. The fish auction hall, where the sardine fishers peddle their wares provides a colourful show.
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Sète (France)
Arrival: 08:00
Departure: 19:00
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Sète - a hill, a harbour, four canals and the longest beach in the Languedoc. Sète has the largest fishing harbour on the Mediterranean coast. When the fishing boats drop anchor and hand over their catch it is a fascinating sight, as well as the perfect opportunity to try fresh fish or even oysters. From Mont St. Clair you can enjoy a wonderful view of the harbour, the town and the surrounding area. The canals have earned the town the nick-name of "French Venice".
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Monte Carlo (Monaco)
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This magical town on the Mediterranean coast has numerous museums, lovely hotels and unusual cuisine.
Sights include: the exotic garden, the observatory cave, the Museum of Prehistoric Anthropology, the gardens and terraces of the casino, Casino Square, St. Charles' Church, The National Puppet Museum, the "La rampe Major" staircase, the Prince's Palace, the Oceanographic Museum and Aquarium, the Old Monaco Museum and the waxworks museum.
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Monte Carlo (Monaco)
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This magical town on the Mediterranean coast has numerous museums, lovely hotels and unusual cuisine.
Sights include: the exotic garden, the observatory cave, the Museum of Prehistoric Anthropology, the gardens and terraces of the casino, Casino Square, St. Charles' Church, The National Puppet Museum, the "La rampe Major" staircase, the Prince's Palace, the Oceanographic Museum and Aquarium, the Old Monaco Museum and the waxworks museum.
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