Devon occupies England’s southwest peninsula, a county shaped by seafaring, farming, and long continuity of settlement. Its history stretches from prehistoric sites on Dartmoor through Roman roads and medieval ports to towns that grew wealthy on trade and shipbuilding.
Cobh, a colorful harbor town in County Cork, holds a unique place in Irish history and maritime heritage. Once known as Queenstown, it was the final port of call for the Titanic in 1912. Today, the Titanic Experience Cobh offers visitors a chance to step into the footsteps of the 123 passengers who boarded that day. Located in the original White Star Line ticket office, the museum tells personal stories of those who left from this very spot, blending interactive exhibits with original artifacts.
Paxi, also known as Paxos, is a small Ionian island south of Corfu, known for dense olive groves, sheltered harbours, limestone cliffs, and clear coastal waters. The island’s main settlement, Gaios, surrounds a protected harbour formed by the islets of Agios Nikolaos and Panagia, while Lakka and Loggos provide two smaller waterfront villages.