Autorondreis Devon en Cornwall

About the destination: Dunkirk is a small town in the northernmost tip of France. It is very close to the border with Belgium and is actually located on the shores of the North Sea. Dunkirk has a wide variety of tourist attractions including beaches, architectural and historical sites, festivals, cafes with live music, a theater, a conference center, museums, cinemas and its famous Carnival. Seven hundred hectares of dunes, 15 kilometres of beaches, and a recognised sailing resort make the Flanders coast an increasingly popular seaside resort for tourists who can find quality activities and entertainment all year round. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS Dunkirk’s carnival Little Dunkerque holds the biggest and most popular carnival in northern France, running from the end of January to the middle of March on weekends and certain weekdays. Every year since the 18th century the people of Dunkerque have recalled the sacrifices of their local fishermen with a carnival. This carnival is one of the noisiest and oldest carnivals in Europe. Malo Les Bains beach Dunkirk’s seaside is located on the east side of the town astride the residential district of Malo Les Bains. There you can find a variety of atmospheric casinos and bars and cheerful seafront restaurants. On the western end of the promenade is a monument that commemorates the soldiers who fought until 4 June 1940 and the 250 boats lost in the evacuation. When the autumnal winds come to town, the beach becomes a haven for local kite fliers, adrenaline junkies who surf the waves. Palace of the Universe and Science It is an experience that will take you from the first moments of the Big Bang up to the present day. You can lose yourself in the starry ceiling of the planetarium and take advantage of the activities and temporary exhibitions: for people of all ages, an undiscovered world of emotions. The Port Museum of Dunkirk Based on the history of the Dunkirk port, the Port Museum gives visitors a chance to discover the workings of a large port, the essential role of maritime exchanges, as well as the lives of the men and women who work on the quays and ships.

About the destination: Dover is an historic town in the south east of England. Dover is a major port town facing into the English Channel and, at just 21 miles from the French por of Calais, it is the closest port to continental Europe on mainland Britain. It is most famous for its white chalk cliffs which have been celebrated in a song. Dover is a lot more than just a port town. One of the most famous landmark is its castle, which dominates the surrounding area and sits proudly above the white cliffs and the harbour below. There are also other fantastic sites to visit in and around Dover, such as Samphire Hoe, a nature reserve created from the spoil of the Channel tunnel workings, the secret wartime tunnels which were dug into the white cliffs of Dover, the Roman Painted House or the Bronze Age Boat.

About the destination: Brighton is a town on the south coast of England. The ancient settlement of "Brighthelmstone" dates from before Domesday Book (1086). It developed in popularity as a health resort featuring sea bathing during the 18th century, and was used as a seaside getaway by the Prince Regent. After the railway reached the town in 1841, it became a popular destination for day-trippers from London. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • The Palace Pier. Brighton Pier has all the usual seafront arcade attractions. Brighton Pier is all owned by the same company, so there's no real point shopping around for bargains on it; but this does mean it has forced off threats to close it. • Brighton Beach. In the summer, the pebble beach is covered in tourists and Brightonians alike. Poi twirlers strike a beautiful image against the sunsets, and flaming lanterns are launched into the air on summer evenings. • Sea Life Centre. An aquarium with walkthrough underwater tunnel, adjacent to Brighton Pier. This is the oldest working Aquarium in the world. • The Royal Pavilion. An interesting architectural attraction, transformed between 1815 and 1823 by the architect John Nash, at the direction of the then Prince Regent (later King George IV), into a sumptuous pleasure palace by the sea. The exterior has an Indian theme, whilst the interior was decorated with Chinese decor. Guided tours available and well worthwhile. • Brighton Museum and Art Gallery. An interesting Museum and history, culture and art to do with Brighton and beyond.

About the destination: Bournemouth is a seaside resort town in the county of Dorset on the south coast of England. Bournemouth is the premier summer resort on the Dorset coast and is especially renowned for its seven miles of golden sanded beaches. All year round the town centre offers excellent shopping, with a good mix of National and independent stores, and an eclectic variety of restaurants, cafes and bars. Bournemouth has grown into a thriving seaside resort and many of the big hotels offer spa treatments of their own as well as spa and beauty boutiques peppered throughout the town centre catering for men as well as women. The pine trees still exist and visitors can still stroll through ‘Pine Walk’ in Bournemouth Gardens today to breath in the healthy air. During the summer, the Pine Walk Open Air Art Exhibition is held here. In recent years, Bournemouth's growing population of students, gays and surfers have given it a more bohemian image than a typical south coast retirement town, leading to the nickname "BoMo".

About the destination: Torquay is a seaside town in Devon, England, part of the unitary authority area of Torbay. It lies 18 miles (29 km) south of the county town of Exeter and 28 miles (45 km) east-north-east of Plymouth, on the north of Tor Bay, adjoining the neighbouring town of Paignton on the west of the bay and across from the fishing port of Brixham. The town's economy, like Brixham's, was initially based upon fishing and agriculture, but in the early 19th century it began to develop into a fashionable seaside resort, initially frequented by members of the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars while the Royal Navy anchored in the bay. Later, as the town's fame spread, it was popular with Victorian society. Renowned for its mild climate (for the U.K.), the town earned the nickname the English Riviera. The writer Agatha Christie was born in the town and lived there during her early years and there is an "Agatha Christie Mile", a tour with plaques dedicated to her life and work.

About the destination: Falmouth (in Cornish language: Aberfal) is a city and seaport at the mouth of the Fal River, on the south coast of Cornwall, in England. It has a population, according to the 2001 census of 20,775 inhabitants. It was originally called Peny-cwm-ciuc, which became 'Pennycomequick' (Penny come soon). Falmouth is considered famous for its remarkable harbor. Together with Carrick Roads, it forms the largest natural harbor in Western Europe and the third in the world. It is also famous for being the start or end of several record trips around the world, such as those of Sir Francis Chichester and Ellen MacArthur. It was also the port in which on June 5, 1808, the Asturian embassy disembarked to King George III, after declaring the Principality of Asturias the war against Napoleon.

About the destination: Barnstaple is a town in North Devon, England. It was a river port at the lowest crossing point of the River Taw, flowing into the Bristol Channel. The town centre still preserves a medieval character. From the 14th century, it was licensed to export wool. Great wealth ensued. Later the town imported Irish wool, but its harbour silted up and it developed other industries such as shipbuilding, foundries and sawmills. Its Victorian market survives, with a high glass and timber roof on iron columns. The Parish of Barnstaple had a population of 24,033 at the 2011 census. The population of the built-up area was 32,411 in 2018. The Barnstaple town area, with nearby settlements such as Bishop's Tawton, Fremington and Landkey, has a population of 46,619 (2020).

About the destination: Bath is a city in Somerset, South West England. In 2011, its population was 88,859. It became part of Avon in 1974; since Avon's abolition in 1996, it has been the principal centre of Bath and North East Somerset. The city, in the valley of the River Avon, became a World Heritage Site in 1987. To visitors Bath is a pretty complete Georgian city with an awful lot of the architecture intact, much of the city remained intact and most of what was bombed was rebuilt. Therefore, Bath is one of the most architecturally pleasing cities North of the Alps. Some the most importants places to see at the city are: • Roman Baths. Built by the Romans around 2000 years ago, and later rediscovered by the Victorians, the Roman Baths are the must-see tourist attraction in Bath. The baths are fuelled by England's only mineral hot springs. You can wander the rooms that made up the baths, including the large open air 'Great Bath', see Roman medieval and Georgian architecture, and learn about the history of Bath Spa. • Bath Abbey. The last Gothic church in England, started in 1499 and built on the ruins of the former Norman cathedral, this impressively large church (of small cathedral proportions) is located next to the Roman Baths. A wonderful view of Bath can be had with a trip up the Abbey tower. • The Royal Crescent, a magnificent semi-eliptical crescent of houses designed by John Wood and completed in 1774. This was the first of Bath's eight crescents, and its shape remains unique. You can visit one of the houses which has been redecorated to resemble what it would have been like at the end of the 18th century. • Sion Hill - Wealthy neighbourhood in the upper part of the city that makes for a pleasant stroll. Attractive Bath stone buildings. • Bath's parks are ideal for a summer picnic. Topless bathing used to be frowned upon but is becoming the norm as the regenerating city becomes more cosmopolitan. The Council maintains all parks to a high standard. Parks at the city are Parade Gardens, Victoria Park and Sydney Gardens.

About the destination: Dover is an historic town in the south east of England. Dover is a major port town facing into the English Channel and, at just 21 miles from the French por of Calais, it is the closest port to continental Europe on mainland Britain. It is most famous for its white chalk cliffs which have been celebrated in a song. Dover is a lot more than just a port town. One of the most famous landmark is its castle, which dominates the surrounding area and sits proudly above the white cliffs and the harbour below. There are also other fantastic sites to visit in and around Dover, such as Samphire Hoe, a nature reserve created from the spoil of the Channel tunnel workings, the secret wartime tunnels which were dug into the white cliffs of Dover, the Roman Painted House or the Bronze Age Boat.

About the destination: Dunkirk is a small town in the northernmost tip of France. It is very close to the border with Belgium and is actually located on the shores of the North Sea. Dunkirk has a wide variety of tourist attractions including beaches, architectural and historical sites, festivals, cafes with live music, a theater, a conference center, museums, cinemas and its famous Carnival. Seven hundred hectares of dunes, 15 kilometres of beaches, and a recognised sailing resort make the Flanders coast an increasingly popular seaside resort for tourists who can find quality activities and entertainment all year round. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS Dunkirk’s carnival Little Dunkerque holds the biggest and most popular carnival in northern France, running from the end of January to the middle of March on weekends and certain weekdays. Every year since the 18th century the people of Dunkerque have recalled the sacrifices of their local fishermen with a carnival. This carnival is one of the noisiest and oldest carnivals in Europe. Malo Les Bains beach Dunkirk’s seaside is located on the east side of the town astride the residential district of Malo Les Bains. There you can find a variety of atmospheric casinos and bars and cheerful seafront restaurants. On the western end of the promenade is a monument that commemorates the soldiers who fought until 4 June 1940 and the 250 boats lost in the evacuation. When the autumnal winds come to town, the beach becomes a haven for local kite fliers, adrenaline junkies who surf the waves. Palace of the Universe and Science It is an experience that will take you from the first moments of the Big Bang up to the present day. You can lose yourself in the starry ceiling of the planetarium and take advantage of the activities and temporary exhibitions: for people of all ages, an undiscovered world of emotions. The Port Museum of Dunkirk Based on the history of the Dunkirk port, the Port Museum gives visitors a chance to discover the workings of a large port, the essential role of maritime exchanges, as well as the lives of the men and women who work on the quays and ships.