MAN MEETS THE SEA, ESBJERG, DENMARK
CITY HALL CALAIS, FRANCE
PLAYA DE ARNÍA FROM SANTANDER, SPAIN
HEIMAEY, ICELAND
NEW Ports of Call
DJUPIVOGUR, ICELAND Nestled by the picturesque fjord of Hamarsfjorour, this small coastal village that dates back to 1589 offers something magical: Mt. Bulandstindur, a pyramid-shaped basalt mountain peaking at 3,507 basalt mountain peaking at 1,069 metres that’s widely believed to feet, which is widely believed to be a focus of mystical forces. HEIMAEY, ICELAND This small, vibrant island underwent cataclysmic change in January, 1973, when a vast fissure burst open, burying 400 buildings and creating a new volcano. Learn fascinating details at the Eldheimar Museum before setting out to see a vast colony of Atlantic puffins. VLISSINGEN, NETHERLANDS An important port city for centuries due to its strategic location on the Westerschelde, Vlissingen is now the Zeeland region’s most favoured seaside resort. Trace that eventful history at the Zeeland Maritime MuZEEum before strolling its charming, café-laden boulevard.
SAAREMAA, ESTONIA Part of an archipelago so diverse and robust it’s recognised by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve. The Estonian island of Saaremaa boasts a medieval fortress, traditional villages, elaborate spas — even a meteorite crater field once considered sacred. ESBJERG, DENMARK A Danish version of Easter Island’s monoliths — the monumental Man Meets the Sea — is a spectacular introduction to this North Sea harbour city. Dive into local history and art at Esbjerg’s museums and discover the offshore gem of Fanø. CALAIS, FRANCE A World Heritage-listed city hall fronted by one of Rodin’s most famous public monuments, museums dedicated to the city’s role in World War II and a medieval watchtower and cathedral make Calais much more than a transportation hub to England. UNESCO as a biosphere reserve, the Estonian island of Saaremaa boasts a medieval fortress, traditional villages, elaborate spas — even a meteorite crater field once
MÅLØY, NORWAY Explore the sights of this charming coastal village that’s one of Norway’s most important fishing ports. Learn the area’s WWII history at the Måløy Raid Centre, snap a photo of the must-see Kannesteinen Rock and walk Refviksanden’s white sands. AARHUS, DENMARK Brimming with stunning architecture both old and modern, a vibrant cultural scene and lively boutiques and bars, Denmark’s second-largest city is fast becoming a must-see Scandinavian stop. Foodies dive into dishes ranging from New Nordic to traditional Danish. SANTANDER, SPAIN From Magdalena Palace — an early 20th-century gift from Santander to Spain’s royal family — to the ultra modern Centro Botín museum, this picturesque port city nicknamed ‘bride of the sea’ echoes its seafaring past and heralds its future.
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