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Marseille is described as the most important Mediterranean port of France. However, Marseille is more like a partisan city. The city has many ethnic populations especially from North America. Historically, its characteristics of low profile and multi ethnicity since 2500 years have turned Marseille into a famous trading centre.

From a 154 meters high hill, Notre Dame de la Garde dominates the city and the famous old port, known as the Vieux Port. The 1853 Roman Byzantine style basilica with its bell tower and the dome is really amazing. The bell tower is capped with a lovely golden statue of Virgin Mary.
The past Vieux Port presently has become the place where tourists and visitors rent boats for fishing and cruising. The entrance of Vieux Port is safeguarded by the Bas Fort St Nicholas, which was built by the Knights Templar in 13th century.
Through Vieux Port, tourists can discover the La Canabiere, a district of tourist shops, cheap hotels, seedy bars and lots of restaurants. The more people go to the port, the livelier the environment becomes.

Due to its strong cultural elements, Marseille has many museums scattered around the city such as Musee d’Histoire de Marseille, Musee de la Faience (for porcelains), Musee De Beaux Arts (which is housed in the unbelievable Palais Lonchamps), Musee Grobet Labadie (Objects and royal furniture d’art), and Musee Cantini (mainly focused on modern arts).
The reputation of Marseille as a disgraceful violent place arises mostly from its nightlife and liberal attitude. However, Marseille is a lively and fascinating place where the French locals are friendly.

Glasgow is the third most recognized city for tourists in United Kingdom and obtained an award of European City of Culture during 1990’s. Glasgow is similar to Scottish towns due to its similar characteristics. Glasgow has a significant industrial heritage since the 6th Century. Other than that, Glasgow became a perfect initiation point for stunning and amazing highlands of Scotland.However, it is recommended for tourists to leisurely walks in Clydeside city to experience the distinctive atmosphere live up Glasgow. There are quite a few of places of interest in Glasgow. The luxury confidentially cumulative collections in Europe can be found in the Burrell Collection. The most visited entertainment area, which is well equipped and restored back, is located at St. Andrew Square. Glasgow Cathedral is a clean example of the architecture of Reformation Gothic ages. George Square became the main base of sculptures and statues of well-known people who have been related with Glasgow. The museum of bagpipes, which mostly represents the culture of Scottish. Celtic Football Centre became the place where tourists can observe its success in its glorious years. The Tenement House is a district of houses that came from the middle class city mainly in the early 19th to early 20th century. While, in luxurious Victorian cathedral and Kelvingrove museum and art gallery fascinated and amazed many visitors. There are many pubs and restaurants to be found anywhere in Glasgow for those who prefers a fine whisky or cuisines for their day.

Dublin is known as the Emerald Isle amongst the Dubliners. With thousands of pubs and bars, the city can easily be discovered while walking on the feet. It is a good starting point for the tour to begin with Dublinia exhibition which is located nearby the prehistoric Christchurch Cathedral. A walk less than 10 minutes can bring you to the glorious Trinity College - the place where Book of Kells was written and produced. The sidewalks of Grafton and the greens of St. Stephens nearby are adequate suitable atmospheres for people watching and shopping.

Furthermore, the main attractions of Dublin are the Dublin Castle and Irish Parliaments which circulates many Dublin’s past history around it. The magnificent colonial post across the river, which lies on the streets of O’Connell, has seen the Irish nationalism revolution occurred in 1916. The movement was led by Daniel O’ Connell (the street where the event occurred and was eventually named after him) and his act forced British to free Ireland out of their nations and as a result, Ireland gained independence from the British Empire. For the people who are interested in Ireland’s legacy of music and literature, the Dublin Literary tour and the Rock and Stroll museum is a must for them. Other than that, there are many museums scattered sporadically inside Dublin. National Museum, Dublin Writers Museum and Joyce Museum are most recommended for the tourists.

To enjoy more Irish liveliness, tourists can check out lots of restaurants and pubs especially in the area of Temple Bar, the main hub of entertainments in Dublin.