I Sailed to Little-known Islands and Towns in France on Board This Inviting Cruise Ship-Here's Where It's Headed Next

"On a lovely, mild summer day on the French island of Guernsey, our tour guide asked us to wait in the courtyard of the German Occupation Museum while she found the hidden key to the front door."

"Driving across the small island, our tour group learned about the brown Guernsey cows who produce milk with a high fat content and how low-numbered license plates are prized by the islanders."

"The main event was in Bordeaux: the AzAmazing Evening. At the Bassins des Lumières, a bunker turned coveted event and exhibition space, we were greeted with Champagne."

Azamara Onward's cruise includes a visit to Guernsey, where a tour of the German Occupation Museum reveals the island's WWII history. The tour features local highlights such as Guernsey cows and the Little Chapel. The ship's itinerary also includes stops in Spain and Bordeaux, where an AzAmazing Evening event takes place at the Bassins des Lumières, showcasing the region's culture and history. The cruise emphasizes leisurely exploration of the Atlantic and channel coasts.

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