No-fly Iberian Peninsula on Celebrity Apex

Make your way to Southampton to board Celebrity Apex and check in to your stateroom or suite before your first dinner tonight. Perhaps begin your trip with a sundowner at the Sunset Bar before heading to the Oceanview Café restaurant, a market-place inspired café, with live action stations, including an Asian stir fry station with flavours inspired by the spice route and a bakery serving up fresh selection from the oven. 

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You've got a full day at sea today to take advantage of all the ship has to offer. Perhaps sip cocktails at the Eden Bar, lounge on the Resort Deck with its hot tubs and pools with an al fresco lunch or opt for an indulgent massage at the Solarium. We'd highly recommend a pre-dinner aperitif at The Magic Carpet, a 'floating' platform with lounge areas, a bar and nightly live music performances. It's the perfect prelude to a night at the Theatre or at the Vegas-style casino.

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Porto, Portugal’s second largest city after Lisbon, is one of Europe’s oldest cities and was recognised as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996. Of course, Porto’s name itself reflects Portugal’s most famous export - port wine. The city has a rich history and its old town streets ooze charm. The skyline is composed of sky-high bell towers, opulent baroque churches, and majestic beaux art buildings, which all create a romantic air. 

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Sail to Lisbon today, with the chance to take a traditional trolley ride through the city's cobblestone Baixa district, tour the arts district and browse the boutiques and galleries or sample port at a local wine lodge. Further afield, optional excursions include a visit to nearby Cascais and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sintra or the religious sights of Fatima.

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Cadiz is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in Spain and of historic interest in its own right. From Cádiz you can easily get to Seville, exploring the old town with its quaint Moorish feel as well as its impressive monuments, pretty parks and lovely architecture. Along the way, restore your energy at any of the mouth-watering tapas bars offering some of the country’s finest seafood and typical Andalusian cuisine.  Alternatively head for Jerez, for a sherry tasting and cellar tour. 

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Perhaps pick up a souvenir at the stylish boutiques, burn off any excess at the fitness centre or simply relax around the pool, as you sail into the Mediterranean sea.

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Barcelona is an eclectic fusion of the modern and medieval. This coastal city exudes charm with must-see architectural gems that date back some 2,000 years. You’ll encounter fascinating examples from the Roman Empire, the Middle Ages, the Modern masters like Gaudî, and many Cataluñian greats. Outstanding art museums can be found throughout the city, proudly displaying the works of world-renowned artists and countrymen, including Goya, Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalî, and Joan Miró. For a respite from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, venture to the awaiting Mediterranean Sea and all the seaside has to offer. 

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During the 16th and 17th centuries, when Spain held sway over the rest of Europe and the New World, much of its naval power was concentrated in the port of Cartagena. Many of the coastal fortifications from that era still exist, although instead of guarding the city, they provide splendid views of the harbour. Cartagena is one of the world’s great natural harbours and over the ages has known its fair share of conflict, conquest, and riches. Brimming with a fascinating history, this is the wharf where Phoenician traders unloaded exotic treasures and where Roman citizens crowded into a grand theatre. Explore the archaeological ruins, castle battlements, artillery, museums, historic churches, and architectural wonders on your Cartagena cruise. Cartagena is today a cosmopolitan city filled with tapas bars, art galleries and fine restaurants that captivates visitors.

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Enjoy a taste of the UK whilst in Gibraltar. The great Rock of Gibraltar is a sight to behold. Made of limestone, it towers 1,400 feet above the mouth of the majestic Mediterranean Sea and is surrounded by beautiful countryside and a nature reserve. 

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Even after a week onboard you'll find plenty of places left to explore aboard Celebrity Apex. 

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If there ever was a seafaring city, A Coruña is it. It has been a gateway to world travellers for over 2,000 years. From almost any spot on your La Coruna cruise, you can witness spectacular panoramic views of the ocean. A Coruña is the capital of Spain’s Galicia region and much of its history can be discovered along the streets of its “Ciudad Vieja” or Old Town. Here, cobbled lanes roll up and down hills, winding past gothic churches, stately plazas, imposing fortifications and medieval relics. At the tip of the city looms the Tower of Hercules, a still working Roman lighthouse, built in the 1st century AD, when its beacon marked the limits of the known world. 

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Take advantage of your final full day at sea to explore what you may have missed on board. Take a moment to toast your final night with new-found friends in one of the many stylish bars before another gourmet, wine-matched dinner. 

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Return to Southampton and disembark after breakfast.