Southampton is a historical port city located in Hampshire county, southern England. A popular city in its own right, with attractions including the Tudor House, the stunning gardens of Mottisfont Abbey, and more, most of its appeal is held in its status as your gateway to the metropolis of London. Most cruise lines visiting Southampton will start or end their cruise here, or will offer excursions to explore nearby London. There you can enjoy everything from history to culture, cuisine and everything in between. The Tower of London, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and a whole lot more await.

The city is home to one of the largest fishing ports in the world. Watch the hustle and bustle as you stroll through narrow and winding streets. In many cafes and restaurants you can taste the traditional Spanish cuisine.

Leixões is Portugal's largest artificially constructed harbor and is situated near the city of Porto. Porto is known for its famous port wine. The port city is characterized by its picturesque quaintness. Closely packed houses, steep cliffs and numerous terraces contribute to this cosy atmosphere.

<P>Ponta Delgada is the capital city of the Azores Archipelago and is home to the Sao Miguel Island's main port. Sao Miguel Island is in its turn the largest island in the Portuguese archipelago and has the highest population. The island has been nicknamed 'the Green Island' for its spectacularly breathtaking landscapes. Explore the city with its beautiful old churches, a 16th century fort and a fascinating museum of the Azores' natural history and then embark on an expedition to explore the rest of the stunning island.</p> <b>Highlights of Ponta Delgada</b> <ul> <li>Visit one of the most spiritually important churches in the whole of Portugal - Convento de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca</li> <li>Spot whales and dolphins from a boat departing from the local port</li> <li>Enjoy the spectacular views of the Lagoa das Sete Cidades 15km from the city</li> </ul>

Royal Naval Dockyard was the principal base of the Royal Navy in the Western Atlantic between American independence and the Cold War. In 1957 most of the base closed down and the dockyard became a major port of entry into the island. The keep area is now the site of the Bermuda Maritime Museum and the Dolphin Quest attraction.

Port Canaveral is a port in Brevard County in the US state of Florida . It is one of the busiest cruise, cargo and naval ports in the world. Frozen citrus juice, cement and building materials are exported out of the Port Canaveral port, while steel, cars, lumber and plate are imported. There are about 10 ships that enter it every day, including cruise ships. Port Canaveral is located just 64km east of Orlando, meaning you can combine a cruise with a visit to the city's theme parks and the Kennedy Space Centre.