Thick 16th-century stone walls encase the entire Old Town of Dubrovnik. But there are no boundaries on the endless adventures you’ll discover among its orange-roofed ramparts. With a made-for-TV appeal— Game of Thrones was actually filmed here— the city commands your attention with the perfectly preserved Rector’s Palace, elaborate Onofrio’s Fountain, and baroque St. Blaise’s Church, named after the city’s patron saint. You can browse museum collections showcasing Croatian artwork, period furniture and shipbuilding traditions. Stand in awe of the Franciscan Monastery library’s 30,000 volumes. Or to get your heart pumping, go cliff diving into the sea and kayak crystal blue waters, with the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ shimmering in the distance.

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Florence, Italy, the capital of Tuscany, is a city steeped in history and renowned for its contributions to art, architecture, and culture. Often considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence boasts an array of iconic landmarks, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (the Duomo) with its stunning dome designed by Brunelleschi, and the Uffizi Gallery, home to masterpieces by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Botticelli. The city is also famous for its charming medieval streets, the historic Ponte Vecchio bridge, and the beautiful Boboli Gardens. Rich in culinary delights, Florence offers exquisite Tuscan cuisine and world-class wines. Whether exploring its artistic heritage or savoring its vibrant street life, Florence captivates with its timeless beauty and cultural wealth.

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It’s easy to see why Barcelona is the most-visited city in Spain. As the capital of the country’s Catalonia region, this cityscape’s cultural mosaic pieces together a 2,000-year-old hodgepodge of sun-drenched beaches, cutting edge architecture, and a world-renowned dining and drinking scene. Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí left his modernist handprint all over the city, while medieval treasures linger in historic Gothic Quarter squares. Get lost in the whimsical gardens of Park Güell or savor a chef-led Catalan cooking class. Browse art collections dedicated to Picasso and Miro— or ride a cable car to the top of Montjuïc Hill, relishing citywide views along the way.