Ghana, located along West Africa’s Gulf of Guinea, offers a rich blend of cultural heritage and history.

Deshaies, a picturesque village on the northwest coast of Guadeloupe, offers a quintessential Caribbean experience with its stunning beaches, lush landscapes, and charming local culture. Nestled between verdant hills and the sparkling Caribbean Sea, this town is renowned for its idyllic scenery and relaxed atmosphere. One of its main attractions is the beautiful Plage de Grande-Anse, a long, golden-sand beach perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying the vibrant marine life.

Las Palmas (officially Las Palmas de Gran Canaria) is the capital of Gran Canaria island as well as co-capital (along with Santa Cruz de Tenerife) of the Canary Islands. It is a major cruise-ship port known for duty-free shopping and sandy beaches, including Playa de Las Canteras, considered by many to be one of the best urban beaches worldwide.

Seven miles outside of historic Athens, the Greek coastal city of Piraeus lies upon the sparkling waters of the Aegean Sea and is the largest passenger port in Europe, servicing nearly 20 million passengers per year.

Wicklow is a coastal town in County Wicklow on Ireland’s east coast, positioned around a sheltered harbor where the Vartry River meets the Irish Sea. Known locally as the county town, it combines a working harbor, historic streets, coastal walks, and access to the wider landscapes of the Garden County. The ruins of Black Castle stand on a rocky headland above the harbor, while the Murrough provides a broad coastal wetland for walking and wildlife observation.