A blend of the traditional and modernity makes Barcelona one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. With approximately 1.62 million inhabitants, Barcelona is also the second-largest city in the country. Among the attractions are the Nou Camp, Sagrada Família, Park Guell and the beautiful Las Ramblas promenade. In addition to the many cafés, tapas bars are found all around the city and provide a culinary highlight.

Marseille, France's main port city, is rich in history which can be traced back to the year 600 BC. The beautiful Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde is a focal point of Marseille and with its stunning hilltop location is the ideal place to look down over all of Marseille and beyond. The city is a blend of style and history, with shopping areas and modern architecture contrasted with historic sites in the old town and port. A trip by boat will bring you to the Château d'If, an impressive fortress on an island boasting turquoise waters, pristine beaches and spectacular limestone cliffs.

Ajaccio, Corsica's capital, exudes Mediterranean, like most the towns along the Cote d'Azur. One of the attractions of the city's Musée Fesch, which houses a large collection of Italian paintings from the 14th to 18th Century and the cathedral Notre Dame de la Misericorde. Visitors enjoy varying landscapes, with rugged canyons on rushing rivers,great lakes and stunning cliffs.

Civitavecchia is located in the province of Rome and is a gateway to the city. Rome is Italy's largest city, and is bursting with Italian history and culture. The Old Town, St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican City are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980. In the 'Eternal City' there is so much to discover, such as many theater performances to enjoy and museums with fascinating exhibits. A highlight of Rome is the food available, with the huge number of bars, restaurants and cafes sure to satisfy. Highlights of Civitavecchia Visit the historic Colosseum, Pantheon and Roman Forum Enjoy typical Roman cuisine in an Italian cafe or restaurant See the many beautiful squares and fountains in the city

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Valletta has about 6,500 inhabitants and is the smallest capital in the EU. Since 1980, the city is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Thanks to the ring of bastions surrounding the city, Valletta is one of the best secured cities in the world. The Grand Master's Palace is surely one of the most magnificent sights of Malta. The St. John's Co-Cathedral, Fort St. Elmo, the Auberges as well as numerous museums, many of which deal with Malta's history are among the most noteworthy buildings.

The capital of Tunisia is located in the north of the country on the Mediterranean. The picture-book town, with its white Art Nouveau facades and crooked streets, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. The contrast between European and Oriental Old Town is fascinating. The turbulent life can be best observed with a glass of tea from the numerous cafes.

Algiers, with its 2.2 million inhabitants, is the capital of Algeria. The city is situated on the Mediterranean Sea, near the slopes of the Sahel. Particularly interesting are the stronghold of the sixteenth century and the buildings in the old town.