MYKONOS Greece Magical Mykonos rises up from the Aegean, its distinctive white windmills standing proud against the brilliant blue sky. According to mythology
the giants slain by Hercules are buried here and it’s hard to imagine a fi ner resting place than
this delightful island. Memorable for its golden beaches, quaint cobbled streets, resident pelicans, vibrant nightlife and heartfelt hospitality, Mykonos is also a short boat trip from ancient Delos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and birthplace of Apollo. Away from the sea and sand, reminders of bygone eras abound with well-preserved traditional architecture, churches and monasteries as well as a number of interesting museums. As daylight fades, head for colourful Little Venice for views of an unforgettable sunset; the perfect end to a perfect day.
NAGASAKI Japan The atmosphere of Nagasaki is richly cosmopolitan and the scenery quite enchanting. Standing over the Nakashima River is Japan’s fi rst Chinese-style stone bridge, the Spectacle Bridge, which refl ects ovals onto the surface of the water. It is said that bridges here were only built on roads that led to temples, ornate structures that still adorn many of the streets. Etched in the memory of Nagasaki is the 1945 atomic bomb that destroyed much of the city. Today it still lingers in poignant reminders, such as Peace Park and the A-Bomb Museum.
NAPLES Italy Sailing into the Bay of Naples is a memorable experience. The port is overlooked by the imposing Sant’ Elmo medieval castle, high up on Vemero Hill, as well as the 13th century Castel Nuovo, which is right next to the Naples cruise terminal in the heart of the city. Within a short walk are three of Naples’ best-known landmarks: Castel Nuovo, the 17th century Royal Palace (Palazzo Reale), and the elaborate 18th century San Carlo Opera House. The city’s archaeological museum majors on Pompeii and Herculaneum, the two extraordinary sites that draw most fi rst-time visitors to Naples. The city is also a convenient base for tours to the nearby cliff-top resort of Sorrento and the sophisticated island of Capri.
NASSAU Bahamas Nassau’s British heritage is all around you in the colonial-style architecture but, for a fl avour of its piratical past, try the Pirates of Nassau museum on a replica pirate ship with interactive tricks to make this bloodthirsty time come thrillingly to life. Just a boat ride away across Nassau harbour is Paradise Island – a wonderfully over-the-top resort with fl ashy casinos and hotels, one even with its own shark pool. Other boats will take you to Coral World Marine Park or to Blue Lagoon.
NEW ORLEANS United States of America With its atmospheric French Quarter, New Orleans oozes character quite unlike any other American city. It is the sort of place where anything seems to go – that’s why Americans love to call it the ‘Big Easy’. Its melting pot of infl uences; African, French and Caribbean, give this city on the Mississippi River a unique vibrancy. Although a relatively small city, especially by US standards, walking will not get you
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around all of its sights, so why not climb on board one of its historic streetcars, the oldest continuously operating system in the world.
NEW YORK United States of America The ‘Big Apple’ is the USA’s most charismatic city and really does have something for everyone. Love the great outdoors? Stroll through the gorgeous gardens of Central Park, right in the centre of Manhattan. People- watching more your thing? Get a taste of local life in the quaint cafés of bohemian Greenwich Village, or star spot in the boutique and restaurant-lined streets of the sophisticated SoHo and TriBeCa districts. Feast your eyes at the Metropolitan Museum of Art or enjoy the shopping spree of your life at Saks, Macys, Bloomingdales or Century 21 on Cortlandt Street, which is the world’s largest discount warehouse and near that other must-see, Broadway.
NEWPORT Rhode Island, United States of America Fabulous mansions, fantastic scenery and the world famous ten mile Ocean Drive make Newport, Rhode Island a must-see city. From the splendour of its palatial ‘summer cottages’ to its quaint colonial streets, inviting vineyards and numerous marinas. Miles of scenic coastline give it a rugged beauty ideal for sailing, riding and walking. For true nature lovers, Newport’s sanctuaries display a wide variety of bird life while those who want to simply relax could head to lagoon-like Gooseberry beach. Other famous
landmarks include Trinity Church, Redwood Library and the Gothic Church of St. Mary’s – where Jackie and JFK were married.
NHA TRANG Vietnam Set against a backdrop of lushly-forested mountains, with a beautiful waterfront and wide, golden beaches, the Vietnamese seaside resort of Nha Trang is now well on its way to becoming a sophisticated modern town – you’ll still fi nd plenty of old fashioned charm though. The region surrounding Nha Trang is rich in history; discover the fascinating story of the Chams, an ancient Hindu/Moslem ethnic minority who run their society along matriarchal lines, or visit one of their most important sacred sites – the Towers of Po Nagar, which date from the 7th century.
NORTH CAPE Norway Take a cruise around Norway’s North Cape and some of the world’s most spectacular scenery will unfold before your eyes. The northernmost point of Europe lies at the top of Magerøya, an island with 3,500 inhabitants, most of whom live in Honningsvaåg in the Nordfjord. This fi shing village – the world’s most northerly settlement – is well inside the Arctic Circle and built around a pretty boat-lined harbour. And the North Cape has more to offer than picturesque scenery and summertime midnight sun.
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