Sat in County Antrim. Carrickfergus sits on the north shore of Belfast Lough.

Passing through Ballymena as part of the combined Game of Thrones and Giant’s Causeway tour, there were two stops, one to see the Caves of the Shadow Creature below Dragonstone and one to see where Arya was stabbed in Braavos.

Bushmills is a small village who’s main attraction is the Old Bushmills Distillery. it is however a popular stop for visitors to the nearby Giant’s Causeway.

Perhaps the most troubled city in the United Kingdom, the history of Belfast is written in conflict between the Protestant Unionists and the Catholic Republicans. The Europa hotel holds the distinction of being the most bombed hotel in the world, and the city is still divided in two be the Peace Line, though there is a commitment to remove the majority by 2023, little progress has been made.

Stretching out from Alum bay, where the famous multi-coloured sand cliffs can be seen, the Needles are a rock formation stretching out into the ocean with a lighthouse at their head.

Sat at the end of the River Medina, Newport is the central hub for transport on the Isle of Wight, most busses pass through and the terminal here is large and busy. The town has a lot of typical shops and a range of restaurants. Nearby Carisbrooke Castle can be found.

Cowes and the smaller town of East Cowes face each other over the River Medina (which can be crossed by the Floating Bridge) Cowes is a quaint tourist town with the Red Jet high speed catamaran back to the mainland whilst East Cowes has the slower Red Funnel Car Ferry.

A city that's a treasure trove of history, culture, and maritime marvels. Nestled on England's south coast, it's a place where the old and the new intertwine in a delightful dance. The city's rich history is etched into every corner, from the ancient city walls that whisper tales of the past, to the bustling port that has welcomed ships for centuries.

Lymington is a port town on the west bank of the Lymington River on the Solent, in the New Forest district of Hampshire, England.

A former mining town and gateway to the Arctic, this was the northernmost coal mine until 1929 and is the northernmost town in the world.

The town of Longyearbyen was originally on the opposite side of the bay; it was moved and ultimately renamed to Longyearbyen after John Munro Longyear, who’s Arctic Coal Company ran the town before it was taken over by the Norwegian company in 1916 and then the Norwegian Government 1st January 1993.

Salisbury is a medieval cathedral city in the southern English county of Wiltshire.

Known for generations for its leather, Malung is still the place to go for leatherwork in the middle of Sweden. More stores are a little outside of the town, but it's easy to find them, just follow the main road north.

Winchester's location, nestled at the western end of the South Downs National Park and along the course of the River Itchen, offers a blend of city life and natural beauty. It's a city that invites exploration, whether you're wandering its historic streets, enjoying a riverside walk, or venturing into the surrounding countryside.

With just over a half-million inhabitants, Lisbon is Portugals largest city and its capital. Devastated in 1755 by a unique earthquake, the city is a mix of history and modernity. Divided, as many capitals are, by a river, Lisbon is a more touristy destination than Porto, more chic to Porto's hipster vibes.

Known as Portugal's Venice, Averio's canals were the lifeblood of the city, being used by the seaweed fishermen and bringing the valuable salt to the salt flats. Now more dependent on tourism than fishing, the city has a range of things to see and do.

If Lisbon is Portugals Stockholm, Porto is Gothenburg. A bit cooler, a bit more boho, a bit more of a music and art vibe. A small metropolitan centre of just 232,000 people, another 1.4 million live in the wider area. Settlement in Porto has started as early as the 6-8th century, and Port wine has been exported from the area for centuries.

This charming spot, home to a close-knit community of around 727 inhabitants, offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Don't let its size fool you, though. Glanshammar may be small, but it's brimming with a unique character that's sure to leave a lasting impression. As you wander through the locality, you'll be captivated by the serene atmosphere and the friendly locals who call this place home.

It's a place where the past and present coexist, where the legacy of the arms manufacturer Bofors still resonates, and where the spirit of Alfred Nobel lives on in the Björkborn Manor.

Known as the "Sun City" of Sweden, Karlstad is a place where the sun seems to shine a little brighter, and the smiles seem a little warmer. The city is situated on the delta where the Klarälven river meets Lake Vänern, the largest lake in Sweden, providing a picturesque backdrop for your adventures.