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CITY HALL
CALAIS, FRANCE
DJUPIVOGUR, ICELAND
Nestled by the picturesque fjord of Hamarsfjorour,
this small coastal village that dates back to 1589 offers
something magical: Mt. Bulandstindur, a pyramidshaped
basalt mountain peaking at 3,507 feet that’s
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 favored 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
recognized 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 harbor city. Dive into
local history and art at Esbjerg’s museums and discover
the offshore gem of Fanø.
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.
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 Center, snap a
photo of the must-see Kannesteinen Rock and walk
Refviksanden’s white sands.
CALAIS, FRANCE
A World Heritage-listed city hall fronted by one of
Rodin’s most famous public monuments, museums
dedicated to Calais’s role in World War II and a
medieval watchtower and cathedral make Calais
much more than a transportation hub to England.
SANTANDER, SPAIN
From Magdalena Palace — an early 20th-century gift
from Santander to Spain's royal family — to the ultramodern
Centro Botín museum, this picturesque port
city nicknamed “bride of the sea” echoes its seafaring
past and heralds its future.
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