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Breathtaking countryside, beaches, centuries-old castles and a distinct cuisine make this one of the most appealing destinations of the British Channel Islands. 

This former industrial city is now a major European arts center, home to cultural attractions including the famous Guggenheim Museum.

The rooftop terrace has stunning vistas of central Madrid, while the interior is a hub of the arts, from music and poetry events to lectures and science exhibits.

Delve into the heart and soul of old Granada by visiting this picturesque little plaza with fascinating surroundings and history.

Wander around the outside of this Oviedo landmark to marvel at its ultra-modern design and head inside to discover spacious rooms and exhibition space. 

One of London’s largest parks was once a royal hunting ground and is now a popular place to enjoy pretty flower displays, live music and superb city views.

Watch opera in an enormous amphitheater, sample local dishes at the market square and see why Shakespeare set his most famous love story in this medieval city.

Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.

The rooftop terrace has stunning vistas of central Madrid, while the interior is a hub of the arts, from music and poetry events to lectures and science exhibits.

Watch opera in an enormous amphitheater, sample local dishes at the market square and see why Shakespeare set his most famous love story in this medieval city.

Visit one of Zaragoza’s modern architectural marvels, a stunning-looking multi-purpose venue that was the exciting centerpiece of Zaragoza\'s 2008 expo.

Stunning coastal roads wind through scenic southern Napoli, where lemon groves and vineyards dot the countryside and villages sit high upon cliff-tops.

Stroll through the charming streets, parks and museums of this Flemish city, famous for its preserved medieval center.

This former industrial city is now a major European arts center, home to cultural attractions including the famous Guggenheim Museum.

One of London’s largest parks was once a royal hunting ground and is now a popular place to enjoy pretty flower displays, live music and superb city views.

One of London’s largest parks was once a royal hunting ground and is now a popular place to enjoy pretty flower displays, live music and superb city views.

Gaze at a shoreline dotted with pretty bays and coves, spot Balearic Islands and watch marvelous sunsets at this hilltop viewpoint. 

The capital of Lower Saxony, one of the areas hardest hit by the Second World War, Hannover is now a major center in northern Germany.

Less than an hour from vibrant Naples, this historic coastal community lives life at a sleepier pace.

Visit the upscale ski resorts, trek across the snow-capped mountains and learn about the mixtures of cultures in this eclectic region.