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Liberty of the Seas

8 Night Spain & France Cruise

£767
from
Start date
25 September 2026
Nights
8
Cruise code
LB08U053-250926
Type
Ocean
Price Type
cruise only,fly cruise

About the ship

View Liberty of the Seas
Check out the Accommodation

Redefining the cruising experience one room at a time. Our staterooms are an alluring escape from the non-stop action that our cruise ships are known for. From our spectacular views to our deluxe amenities, a stay with us is like nothing else at sea.

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Royal Suite - 1 Bedroom

Relish an extraordinary holiday in this luxurious suite.

Size

  • Stateroom: 1,400 sq. ft. or 130.06 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 257 sq. ft. or 23.88 sq. m.

Beds

  • One King bed
  • One double sofa bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Bedroom
  • Private balcony with outdoor dining, seating area and whirlpool

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom with bath, two dressers and a bidet

Exclusive for Suites

  • Priority check-in and departure lounge
  • Concierge Club service
  • Priority tender tickets
  • Complimentary luggage valet service
  • Luxury spa bathrobes to use onboard
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Villa Suite - 4 Bedroom

Enjoy four bedrooms and bathrooms, a private balcony and a living area plus extra perks for suite guests.

Size

  • Stateroom: 1,302 sq. ft. or 120.96 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 845 sq. ft. or 78.5 sq. m.

Beds

  • Four sets of two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Four Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 14 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Two master bedrooms
  • Two bedrooms
  • Living room and dining room with dry bar
  • Large private balcony with dining area and whirlpool

Bathrooms

  • Four bathrooms (two master bathrooms with tub)

Exclusive for Suites

  • Priority check-in and departure lounge
  • Concierge Club service
  • Priority tender tickets
  • Complimentary luggage valet service
  • Luxury spa bathrobes to use onboard
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Owner’s Suite - 1 Bedroom

Enjoy the ultimate suite for a perfect holiday.

Size

  • Stateroom: 624 sq. ft. or 57.97 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 160 sq. ft. or 14.86 sq. m.

Beds

  • Queen-size bed
  • One double sofa bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 5 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed and dresser
  • Living area with double sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom with tub

Exclusive for Suites

  • Priority check-in and departure lounge
  • Concierge Services
  • Priority tender tickets
  • Complimentary luggage valet service
  • Luxury spa bathrobes to use onboard

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Grand Suite - 2 Bedroom

Indulge in a comfortable suite and enjoy the extra perks.

Size

  • Stateroom: 525 sq. ft. or 48.77 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 208 sq. ft. or 19.32 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two bedrooms with two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Two Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 8 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Two bedrooms
  • Master bedroom with dressing area
  • Living area
  • Private balcony with an outdoor dining and seating area

Bathrooms

  • Two bathrooms (master bathroom with tub)

Exclusive for Suites

  • Priority check-in and departure lounge
  • Concierge Club service
  • Priority tender tickets
  • Complimentary luggage valet service
  • Luxury spa bathrobes to use onboard
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Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom

Enjoy a comfortable suite and the extra perks.

Size

  • Stateroom: 396 sq. ft. or 36.79 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 89 sq. ft. or 8.27 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom with tub

Exclusive for Suites

  • Priority check-in and departure lounge
  • Concierge Club service
  • Priority tender tickets
  • Complimentary luggage valet service
  • Luxury spa bathrobes to use onboard
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Ocean View Panoramic Suite (No Balcony)

This stateroom offers a floor-to-ceiling, wrap-around panoramic window.

Size

  • Stateroom: 406 sq. ft. or 37.72 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Two Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 6 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Bedroom area with double bed Living area with double sofa bed, dresser and sitting area Curtained section with bunk beds

Bathrooms

  • One and a half bathrooms
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Junior Suite

An incredible intimate suite with a great view.

Size

  • Stateroom: 299 sq. ft. or 27.78 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 65 sq. ft. or 6.04 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • These suites offer a comfortable bedroom, a small sitting area and a private balcony.
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Sunset Junior Suite
  • Enjoy “suite” and dramatic aft-facing views
  • Private balcony at the back of the ship

Size

  • Stateroom: 299 sq. ft.
  • Balcony: 65 sq. ft.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, vanity and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • These suites offer a comfortable bedroom, small sitting area and a private balcony.

What's Included?

  • Dedicated stateroom attendant
  • Daily cleaning service
  • Exclusive bedding collection
  • Stateroom climate control
  • Ample closet and storage
  • In-room HD-TV
  • In-room safe for valuables
  • Hair dryer
  • Deluxe toiletries: shampoo, conditioner & body wash

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Junior Suite Guarantee

These suites offer a comfortable bedroom, a small sitting area and a private balcony.

Beds

  • 2 twin beds (can convert to a Royal King, measuring 184 cm (72.5 in) wide by 208 cm (82 in) long)
  • Sofa bed

Size

  • Varies by ship

Occupancy

  • 3-4 guests

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Ocean View Balcony

Experience a spectacular view for a memorable holiday.

Size

  • Stateroom: 188 sq. ft. or 17.47 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 46 sq. ft. or 4.27 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One Pullman bed or single sofa bed in staterooms with up to three guests
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom

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Connecting Ocean View Balcony

Experience a spectacular view for a memorable holiday.

Size

  • Stateroom: 188 sq. ft. or 17.47 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 46 sq. ft. or 4.27 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 2 guests

Views

  • Ocean View

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Spacious Ocean View Balcony

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous view for a memorable holiday.

Size

  • Stateroom: 207 sq. ft. or 19.23 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 65 sq. ft. or 6.04 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Sunset Ocean View Balcony
  • Dramatic aft-facing views
  • Private balcony at the back of the ship

Size

  • Stateroom: 207 sq. ft.
  • Balcony: 65 sq. ft.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, vanity and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom

What's Included?

  • Dedicated stateroom attendant
  • Daily cleaning service
  • Exclusive bedding collection
  • Stateroom climate control
  • Ample closet and storage
  • In-room HD-TV
  • In-room safe for valuables
  • Hair dryer
  • Deluxe toiletries: shampoo, conditioner & body wash

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Spacious Sunset Ocean View Balcony

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous view for a memorable holiday.

Size

  • Stateroom: 207 sq. ft. or 19.23 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 65 sq. ft. or 6.04 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony Guarantee
Vast views of the landscapes, seascapes and skies are yours to enjoy from your private balcony.
Ocean View Balcony Quad Guarantee

  • Just prior to cruising, we’ll assign you a room in your selected category
  • Enjoy pristine ocean views from your private balcony

Secure a cabin at a reduced rate without details in advance on its location; The room may have an obstructed view. Your room may look different.

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Spacious Ocean View

These larger staterooms offer a gorgeous view, two twin beds and a private bathroom.

Size

  • Stateroom: 211 sq. ft. or 19.6 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Ocean View

Gaze at the beautiful views from your cosy room.

Size

  • Stateroom: 162 sq. ft. or 15.05 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • Two Pullman beds in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Ultra Spacious Ocean View

Have a spectacular view in an immense space with family.

Size

  • Stateroom: 293 sq. ft. or 27.22 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Two Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 6 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Spacious Panoramic Ocean View

Marvel the view through a floor-to-ceiling panoramic window.

Size

  • Stateroom: 188 sq. ft. or 17.47 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Interior

Enjoy your holiday in the perfect space.

Size

  • Stateroom: 162 sq. ft. or 15.05 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to three guests
  • Two Pullman beds in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • n/a

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Ocean View Quad Guarantee

  • Just prior to cruising, we’ll assign you a room in your selected category
  • Endless ocean views await from your very own in-stateroom window
  • Great for families with small children

Secure a cabin at a reduced rate without details in advance on its location; The room may have an obstructed view. Your room may look different.

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Ocean View Stateroom Guarantee
Our Ocean View staterooms offer a gorgeous view, two twin beds and a private bathroom.
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Promenade View Interior

Delight in bowed windows overlooking the Royal Promenade.

Size

  • Stateroom: 153 sq. ft. or 14.21 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 2 guests

Views

  • Royal Promenade View

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Connecting Promenade Interior

Delight in bowed windows overlooking the Royal Promenade.

Size

  • Stateroom: 153 sq. ft. or 14.21 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 2 guests

Views

  • n/a

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Spacious Promenade View Interior

These staterooms accommodate up to six people and include two bowed windows overlooking the atrium.

Size

  • Stateroom: 340 sq. ft. or 31.59 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Two Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 6 guests

Views

  • Royal Promenade View

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Spacious Interior

Enjoy your holiday in an expanded space.

Size

  • Stateroom: 340 sq. ft. or 31.59 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Two Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 6 guests

Views

  • n/a

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Interior Stateroom Guarantee

This standard stateroom offers two twin beds, a private bathroom and all the facilities of our standard staterooms.

Beds

  • 2 twin beds (can convert to a Royal King, measuring 184 cm (72.5 in) wide by 208 cm (82 in) long)
  • Pullman beds

Size

  • Varies by ship

Occupancy

  • 2-4 guests
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Interior Quad Guarantee

  • Just prior to cruising, we’ll assign you a room in your selected category
  • Enjoy a cosy and comfortable retreat after an adventure-filled day

Secure a cabin at a reduced rate without details in advance on its location; The room may have an obstructed view. Your room may look different.

Check out the Entertainment
Check out the Health & Fitness

From Summer 2026, go even bolder in Europe on the newly Amplified Liberty of the Seas® after a makeover for the ages, bringing all-new adventures to a fleet favourite ship. Dial thrills all the way up, conquering a new Royal Escape Room and twisting, turning dares on The Perfect Storm waterslides — including the first boomerang slide at sea. Charge up your chill with private new casitas complete with attendant service and cocktails from The Lime and Coconut® at the totally-revamped pool deck. Fill up on fresh faves at 15 crave- worthy restaurants like the new El Loco Fresh® and Izumi Teppanyaki. And hit a bolder jackpot at the expanded casino, loaded with even more slots and table games. Take your holiday to the next level on the newly Amplified Liberty of the Seas®, sailing from Southampton summer 2026.

Pricing

Inside
from
£767
Outside
from
£947
Balcony
from
£1,214
Suite
from
£1,778
Fly cruise
from
£1,071

Let's explore the world

9 days of discovery: a voyage beyond dreams
GBSOU Southampton - Colin Osborne
Day 1
Southampton, England

Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.

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Day 2
Le Havre, France

Le Havre, founded by King Francis I of France in 1517, is located inUpper Normandy on the north bank of the mouth of the River Seine, which isconsidered the most frequented waterway in the world. Its port is ranked thesecond largest in France. The city was originally built on marshland andmudflats that were drained in the 1500’s. During WWII most of Le Havre wasdestroyed by Allied bombing raids. Post war rebuilding of the city followed thedevelopment plans of the well-known Belgian architect Auguste Perre. Thereconstruction was so unique that the entire city was listed as a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site in 2005. 

Bilbao, Spain
Day 4
Bilbao, Spain

Time in Bilbao (Bilbo, in Euskera) may be recorded as BG or AG (Before Guggenheim or After Guggenheim). Never has a single monument of art and architecture so radically changed a city. Frank Gehry's stunning museum, Norman Foster's sleek subway system, the Santiago Calatrava glass footbridge and airport, the leafy César Pelli Abandoibarra park and commercial complex next to the Guggenheim, and the Philippe Starck AlhóndigaBilbao cultural center have contributed to an unprecedented cultural revolution in what was once the industry capital of the Basque Country.Greater Bilbao contains almost 1 million inhabitants, nearly half the total population of the Basque Country. Founded in 1300 by Vizcayan noble Diego López de Haro, Bilbao became an industrial center in the mid-19th century, largely because of the abundance of minerals in the surrounding hills. An affluent industrial class grew up here, as did the working class in suburbs that line the Margen Izquierda (Left Bank) of the Nervión estuary.Bilbao's new attractions get more press, but the city's old treasures still quietly line the banks of the rust-color Nervión River. The Casco Viejo (Old Quarter)—also known as Siete Calles (Seven Streets)—is a charming jumble of shops, bars, and restaurants on the river's Right Bank, near the Puente del Arenal bridge. This elegant proto-Bilbao nucleus was carefully restored after devastating floods in 1983. Throughout the Casco Viejo are ancient mansions emblazoned with family coats of arms, wooden doors, and fine ironwork balconies. The most interesting square is the 64-arch Plaza Nueva, where an outdoor market is pitched every Sunday morning.Walking the banks of the Nervión is a satisfying jaunt. After all, this was how—while out on a morning jog—Guggenheim director Thomas Krens first discovered the perfect spot for his project, nearly opposite the right bank's Deusto University. From the Palacio de Euskalduna upstream to the colossal Mercado de la Ribera, parks and green zones line the river. César Pelli's Abandoibarra project fills in the half mile between the Guggenheim and the Euskalduna bridge with a series of parks, the Deusto University library, the Meliá Bilbao Hotel, and a major shopping center.On the left bank, the wide, late-19th-century boulevards of the Ensanche neighborhood, such as Gran Vía (the main shopping artery) and Alameda de Mazarredo, are the city's more formal face. Bilbao's cultural institutions include, along with the Guggenheim, a major museum of fine arts (the Museo de Bellas Artes) and an opera society (Asociación Bilbaína de Amigos de la Ópera, or ABAO) with 7,000 members from Spain and southern France. In addition, epicureans have long ranked Bilbao's culinary offerings among the best in Spain. Don't miss a chance to ride the trolley line, the Euskotram, for a trip along the river from Atxuri Station to Basurto's San Mamés soccer stadium, reverently dubbed "la Catedral del Fútbol" (the Cathedral of Football).

La Coruña, Spain
Day 5
La Coruña, Spain

La Coruña, the largest city in Spain's Galicia region, is among the country's busiest ports. The remote Galicia area is tucked into the northwest corner of the Iberian Peninsula, surprising visitors with its green and misty countryside that is so much unlike other parts of Spain. The name "Galicia" is Celtic in origin, for it was the Celts who occupied the region around the 6th-century BC and erected fortifications. La Coruña was already considered an important port under the Romans. They were followed by an invasion of Suevians, Visigoths and, much later in 730, the Moors. It was after Galicia was incorporated into the Kingdom of Asturias that the epic saga of the Pilgrimage to Santiago (St. James) began. From the 15th century, overseas trade developed rapidly; in 1720, La Coruña was granted the privilege of trading with America - a right previously only held by Cadiz and Seville. This was the great era when adventurous men voyaged to the colonies and returned with vast riches. Today, the city's significant expansion is evident in three distinct quarters: the town centre located along the isthmus; the business and commercial centre with wide avenues and shopping streets; and the "Ensanche" to the south, occupied by warehouses and factories. Many of the buildings in the old section feature the characteristic glazed façades that have earned La Coruña the name "City of Crystal." Plaza Maria Pita, the beautiful main square, is named after the local heroine who saved the town in 1589 when she seized the English standard from the beacon and gave the alarm, warning her fellow townsmen of the English attack.

Vigo, Galicia, Spain
Day 6
Vigo, Spain

Dating from Roman times, the Galician city of Vigo has a fine natural harbour and is renowned as the biggest fishing port in the world. It is also full of history - it was in this fjord-like quay that the English and Dutch defeated the French and Spanish fleets in 1702. Today, the attractive marinas stand in contrast to the industrialised areas of the city, while further exploration will reveal the characteristic 17th-century architecture and attractive countryside beyond. The charming Old Town is a delight, with its labyrinth of winding narrow streets and shaded squares. Nearby is the Cathedral city of Tui, and further to the north is the pilgrimage centre of Santiago de Compostela, which can be reached by car in approximately 1¼ hours.

The marina at Cherbourg
Day 8
Cherbourg, France

Originally a little fishing village, Cherbourg has developed into a historic port designed by Vauban. This was also a strategic naval port during the Napoleonic wars; there is a marina with over 1000 moorings. “Cap de la Hague” is to the West and the “Pointe de Barfleur” to the East. This port, which belongs to Normandy, is a region that has provided inspiration for countless artists and writers, and is the land of apple orchards and rolling farmland dotted with villages of half-timbered houses. Boasting a wealth of abbeys and châteaux, as well as a superb coastline, it offers something for everyone. Cherbourg was also the first stop of RMS Titanic after it left Southampton, England. On 19 June 1864, the naval engagement between USS Kearsarge and CSS Alabama took place off Cherbourg. The Battle of Cherbourg, fought in June 1944 following the Normandy Invasion, ended with the capture of Cherbourg on June 30.

GBSOU Southampton - Colin Osborne
Day 9
Southampton, England

Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.

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Liberty of the Seas
Liberty of the Seas

8 Night Spain & France Cruise

£767
from
Start date
25 September 2026
Nights
8
Cruise code
LB08U053-250926
Type
Ocean
Price Type
cruise only,fly cruise

Pricing

Inside
from
£767
Outside
from
£947
Balcony
from
£1,214
Suite
from
£1,778
Fly cruise
from
£1,071

About the ship

View Liberty of the Seas
Check out the Accommodation

Redefining the cruising experience one room at a time. Our staterooms are an alluring escape from the non-stop action that our cruise ships are known for. From our spectacular views to our deluxe amenities, a stay with us is like nothing else at sea.

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Royal Suite - 1 Bedroom

Relish an extraordinary holiday in this luxurious suite.

Size

  • Stateroom: 1,400 sq. ft. or 130.06 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 257 sq. ft. or 23.88 sq. m.

Beds

  • One King bed
  • One double sofa bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Bedroom
  • Private balcony with outdoor dining, seating area and whirlpool

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom with bath, two dressers and a bidet

Exclusive for Suites

  • Priority check-in and departure lounge
  • Concierge Club service
  • Priority tender tickets
  • Complimentary luggage valet service
  • Luxury spa bathrobes to use onboard
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Villa Suite - 4 Bedroom

Enjoy four bedrooms and bathrooms, a private balcony and a living area plus extra perks for suite guests.

Size

  • Stateroom: 1,302 sq. ft. or 120.96 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 845 sq. ft. or 78.5 sq. m.

Beds

  • Four sets of two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Four Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 14 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Two master bedrooms
  • Two bedrooms
  • Living room and dining room with dry bar
  • Large private balcony with dining area and whirlpool

Bathrooms

  • Four bathrooms (two master bathrooms with tub)

Exclusive for Suites

  • Priority check-in and departure lounge
  • Concierge Club service
  • Priority tender tickets
  • Complimentary luggage valet service
  • Luxury spa bathrobes to use onboard
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Owner’s Suite - 1 Bedroom

Enjoy the ultimate suite for a perfect holiday.

Size

  • Stateroom: 624 sq. ft. or 57.97 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 160 sq. ft. or 14.86 sq. m.

Beds

  • Queen-size bed
  • One double sofa bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 5 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed and dresser
  • Living area with double sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom with tub

Exclusive for Suites

  • Priority check-in and departure lounge
  • Concierge Services
  • Priority tender tickets
  • Complimentary luggage valet service
  • Luxury spa bathrobes to use onboard

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Grand Suite - 2 Bedroom

Indulge in a comfortable suite and enjoy the extra perks.

Size

  • Stateroom: 525 sq. ft. or 48.77 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 208 sq. ft. or 19.32 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two bedrooms with two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Two Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 8 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Two bedrooms
  • Master bedroom with dressing area
  • Living area
  • Private balcony with an outdoor dining and seating area

Bathrooms

  • Two bathrooms (master bathroom with tub)

Exclusive for Suites

  • Priority check-in and departure lounge
  • Concierge Club service
  • Priority tender tickets
  • Complimentary luggage valet service
  • Luxury spa bathrobes to use onboard
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Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom

Enjoy a comfortable suite and the extra perks.

Size

  • Stateroom: 396 sq. ft. or 36.79 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 89 sq. ft. or 8.27 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom with tub

Exclusive for Suites

  • Priority check-in and departure lounge
  • Concierge Club service
  • Priority tender tickets
  • Complimentary luggage valet service
  • Luxury spa bathrobes to use onboard
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Ocean View Panoramic Suite (No Balcony)

This stateroom offers a floor-to-ceiling, wrap-around panoramic window.

Size

  • Stateroom: 406 sq. ft. or 37.72 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Two Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 6 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Bedroom area with double bed Living area with double sofa bed, dresser and sitting area Curtained section with bunk beds

Bathrooms

  • One and a half bathrooms
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Junior Suite

An incredible intimate suite with a great view.

Size

  • Stateroom: 299 sq. ft. or 27.78 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 65 sq. ft. or 6.04 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • These suites offer a comfortable bedroom, a small sitting area and a private balcony.
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Sunset Junior Suite
  • Enjoy “suite” and dramatic aft-facing views
  • Private balcony at the back of the ship

Size

  • Stateroom: 299 sq. ft.
  • Balcony: 65 sq. ft.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, vanity and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • These suites offer a comfortable bedroom, small sitting area and a private balcony.

What's Included?

  • Dedicated stateroom attendant
  • Daily cleaning service
  • Exclusive bedding collection
  • Stateroom climate control
  • Ample closet and storage
  • In-room HD-TV
  • In-room safe for valuables
  • Hair dryer
  • Deluxe toiletries: shampoo, conditioner & body wash

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Junior Suite Guarantee

These suites offer a comfortable bedroom, a small sitting area and a private balcony.

Beds

  • 2 twin beds (can convert to a Royal King, measuring 184 cm (72.5 in) wide by 208 cm (82 in) long)
  • Sofa bed

Size

  • Varies by ship

Occupancy

  • 3-4 guests

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Ocean View Balcony

Experience a spectacular view for a memorable holiday.

Size

  • Stateroom: 188 sq. ft. or 17.47 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 46 sq. ft. or 4.27 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One Pullman bed or single sofa bed in staterooms with up to three guests
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom

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Connecting Ocean View Balcony

Experience a spectacular view for a memorable holiday.

Size

  • Stateroom: 188 sq. ft. or 17.47 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 46 sq. ft. or 4.27 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 2 guests

Views

  • Ocean View

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Spacious Ocean View Balcony

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous view for a memorable holiday.

Size

  • Stateroom: 207 sq. ft. or 19.23 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 65 sq. ft. or 6.04 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Sunset Ocean View Balcony
  • Dramatic aft-facing views
  • Private balcony at the back of the ship

Size

  • Stateroom: 207 sq. ft.
  • Balcony: 65 sq. ft.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, vanity and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom

What's Included?

  • Dedicated stateroom attendant
  • Daily cleaning service
  • Exclusive bedding collection
  • Stateroom climate control
  • Ample closet and storage
  • In-room HD-TV
  • In-room safe for valuables
  • Hair dryer
  • Deluxe toiletries: shampoo, conditioner & body wash

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Spacious Sunset Ocean View Balcony

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous view for a memorable holiday.

Size

  • Stateroom: 207 sq. ft. or 19.23 sq. m.
  • Balcony: 65 sq. ft. or 6.04 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony Guarantee
Vast views of the landscapes, seascapes and skies are yours to enjoy from your private balcony.
Ocean View Balcony Quad Guarantee

  • Just prior to cruising, we’ll assign you a room in your selected category
  • Enjoy pristine ocean views from your private balcony

Secure a cabin at a reduced rate without details in advance on its location; The room may have an obstructed view. Your room may look different.

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Spacious Ocean View

These larger staterooms offer a gorgeous view, two twin beds and a private bathroom.

Size

  • Stateroom: 211 sq. ft. or 19.6 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Ocean View

Gaze at the beautiful views from your cosy room.

Size

  • Stateroom: 162 sq. ft. or 15.05 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • Two Pullman beds in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Ultra Spacious Ocean View

Have a spectacular view in an immense space with family.

Size

  • Stateroom: 293 sq. ft. or 27.22 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Two Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 6 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Spacious Panoramic Ocean View

Marvel the view through a floor-to-ceiling panoramic window.

Size

  • Stateroom: 188 sq. ft. or 17.47 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • Ocean view

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Interior

Enjoy your holiday in the perfect space.

Size

  • Stateroom: 162 sq. ft. or 15.05 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to three guests
  • Two Pullman beds in staterooms with up to 4 guests

Occupancy

  • Up to 4 guests

Views

  • n/a

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Ocean View Quad Guarantee

  • Just prior to cruising, we’ll assign you a room in your selected category
  • Endless ocean views await from your very own in-stateroom window
  • Great for families with small children

Secure a cabin at a reduced rate without details in advance on its location; The room may have an obstructed view. Your room may look different.

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Ocean View Stateroom Guarantee
Our Ocean View staterooms offer a gorgeous view, two twin beds and a private bathroom.
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Promenade View Interior

Delight in bowed windows overlooking the Royal Promenade.

Size

  • Stateroom: 153 sq. ft. or 14.21 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 2 guests

Views

  • Royal Promenade View

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Connecting Promenade Interior

Delight in bowed windows overlooking the Royal Promenade.

Size

  • Stateroom: 153 sq. ft. or 14.21 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed

Occupancy

  • Up to 2 guests

Views

  • n/a

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Spacious Promenade View Interior

These staterooms accommodate up to six people and include two bowed windows overlooking the atrium.

Size

  • Stateroom: 340 sq. ft. or 31.59 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Two Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 6 guests

Views

  • Royal Promenade View

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Spacious Interior

Enjoy your holiday in an expanded space.

Size

  • Stateroom: 340 sq. ft. or 31.59 sq. m.

Beds

  • Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
  • One double sofa bed
  • Two Pullman beds

Occupancy

  • Up to 6 guests

Views

  • n/a

Rooms

  • Room with bed, dresser and sitting area with sofa

Bathrooms

  • One bathroom
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Interior Stateroom Guarantee

This standard stateroom offers two twin beds, a private bathroom and all the facilities of our standard staterooms.

Beds

  • 2 twin beds (can convert to a Royal King, measuring 184 cm (72.5 in) wide by 208 cm (82 in) long)
  • Pullman beds

Size

  • Varies by ship

Occupancy

  • 2-4 guests
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Interior Quad Guarantee

  • Just prior to cruising, we’ll assign you a room in your selected category
  • Enjoy a cosy and comfortable retreat after an adventure-filled day

Secure a cabin at a reduced rate without details in advance on its location; The room may have an obstructed view. Your room may look different.

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Let's explore the world

9 days of discovery: a voyage beyond dreams
GBSOU Southampton - Colin Osborne
Day 1
Southampton, England

Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.

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Day 2
Le Havre, France

Le Havre, founded by King Francis I of France in 1517, is located inUpper Normandy on the north bank of the mouth of the River Seine, which isconsidered the most frequented waterway in the world. Its port is ranked thesecond largest in France. The city was originally built on marshland andmudflats that were drained in the 1500’s. During WWII most of Le Havre wasdestroyed by Allied bombing raids. Post war rebuilding of the city followed thedevelopment plans of the well-known Belgian architect Auguste Perre. Thereconstruction was so unique that the entire city was listed as a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site in 2005. 

Bilbao, Spain
Day 4
Bilbao, Spain

Time in Bilbao (Bilbo, in Euskera) may be recorded as BG or AG (Before Guggenheim or After Guggenheim). Never has a single monument of art and architecture so radically changed a city. Frank Gehry's stunning museum, Norman Foster's sleek subway system, the Santiago Calatrava glass footbridge and airport, the leafy César Pelli Abandoibarra park and commercial complex next to the Guggenheim, and the Philippe Starck AlhóndigaBilbao cultural center have contributed to an unprecedented cultural revolution in what was once the industry capital of the Basque Country.Greater Bilbao contains almost 1 million inhabitants, nearly half the total population of the Basque Country. Founded in 1300 by Vizcayan noble Diego López de Haro, Bilbao became an industrial center in the mid-19th century, largely because of the abundance of minerals in the surrounding hills. An affluent industrial class grew up here, as did the working class in suburbs that line the Margen Izquierda (Left Bank) of the Nervión estuary.Bilbao's new attractions get more press, but the city's old treasures still quietly line the banks of the rust-color Nervión River. The Casco Viejo (Old Quarter)—also known as Siete Calles (Seven Streets)—is a charming jumble of shops, bars, and restaurants on the river's Right Bank, near the Puente del Arenal bridge. This elegant proto-Bilbao nucleus was carefully restored after devastating floods in 1983. Throughout the Casco Viejo are ancient mansions emblazoned with family coats of arms, wooden doors, and fine ironwork balconies. The most interesting square is the 64-arch Plaza Nueva, where an outdoor market is pitched every Sunday morning.Walking the banks of the Nervión is a satisfying jaunt. After all, this was how—while out on a morning jog—Guggenheim director Thomas Krens first discovered the perfect spot for his project, nearly opposite the right bank's Deusto University. From the Palacio de Euskalduna upstream to the colossal Mercado de la Ribera, parks and green zones line the river. César Pelli's Abandoibarra project fills in the half mile between the Guggenheim and the Euskalduna bridge with a series of parks, the Deusto University library, the Meliá Bilbao Hotel, and a major shopping center.On the left bank, the wide, late-19th-century boulevards of the Ensanche neighborhood, such as Gran Vía (the main shopping artery) and Alameda de Mazarredo, are the city's more formal face. Bilbao's cultural institutions include, along with the Guggenheim, a major museum of fine arts (the Museo de Bellas Artes) and an opera society (Asociación Bilbaína de Amigos de la Ópera, or ABAO) with 7,000 members from Spain and southern France. In addition, epicureans have long ranked Bilbao's culinary offerings among the best in Spain. Don't miss a chance to ride the trolley line, the Euskotram, for a trip along the river from Atxuri Station to Basurto's San Mamés soccer stadium, reverently dubbed "la Catedral del Fútbol" (the Cathedral of Football).

La Coruña, Spain
Day 5
La Coruña, Spain

La Coruña, the largest city in Spain's Galicia region, is among the country's busiest ports. The remote Galicia area is tucked into the northwest corner of the Iberian Peninsula, surprising visitors with its green and misty countryside that is so much unlike other parts of Spain. The name "Galicia" is Celtic in origin, for it was the Celts who occupied the region around the 6th-century BC and erected fortifications. La Coruña was already considered an important port under the Romans. They were followed by an invasion of Suevians, Visigoths and, much later in 730, the Moors. It was after Galicia was incorporated into the Kingdom of Asturias that the epic saga of the Pilgrimage to Santiago (St. James) began. From the 15th century, overseas trade developed rapidly; in 1720, La Coruña was granted the privilege of trading with America - a right previously only held by Cadiz and Seville. This was the great era when adventurous men voyaged to the colonies and returned with vast riches. Today, the city's significant expansion is evident in three distinct quarters: the town centre located along the isthmus; the business and commercial centre with wide avenues and shopping streets; and the "Ensanche" to the south, occupied by warehouses and factories. Many of the buildings in the old section feature the characteristic glazed façades that have earned La Coruña the name "City of Crystal." Plaza Maria Pita, the beautiful main square, is named after the local heroine who saved the town in 1589 when she seized the English standard from the beacon and gave the alarm, warning her fellow townsmen of the English attack.

Vigo, Galicia, Spain
Day 6
Vigo, Spain

Dating from Roman times, the Galician city of Vigo has a fine natural harbour and is renowned as the biggest fishing port in the world. It is also full of history - it was in this fjord-like quay that the English and Dutch defeated the French and Spanish fleets in 1702. Today, the attractive marinas stand in contrast to the industrialised areas of the city, while further exploration will reveal the characteristic 17th-century architecture and attractive countryside beyond. The charming Old Town is a delight, with its labyrinth of winding narrow streets and shaded squares. Nearby is the Cathedral city of Tui, and further to the north is the pilgrimage centre of Santiago de Compostela, which can be reached by car in approximately 1¼ hours.

The marina at Cherbourg
Day 8
Cherbourg, France

Originally a little fishing village, Cherbourg has developed into a historic port designed by Vauban. This was also a strategic naval port during the Napoleonic wars; there is a marina with over 1000 moorings. “Cap de la Hague” is to the West and the “Pointe de Barfleur” to the East. This port, which belongs to Normandy, is a region that has provided inspiration for countless artists and writers, and is the land of apple orchards and rolling farmland dotted with villages of half-timbered houses. Boasting a wealth of abbeys and châteaux, as well as a superb coastline, it offers something for everyone. Cherbourg was also the first stop of RMS Titanic after it left Southampton, England. On 19 June 1864, the naval engagement between USS Kearsarge and CSS Alabama took place off Cherbourg. The Battle of Cherbourg, fought in June 1944 following the Normandy Invasion, ended with the capture of Cherbourg on June 30.

GBSOU Southampton - Colin Osborne
Day 9
Southampton, England

Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.

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