Summer Escapes
Discover 200 perfect destinations for your summer travels. From sun-drenched beaches to cool mountain retreats.
Featured Summer Destinations
Cambridge, England
River Cam, college courts.
Milford Sound, New Zealand
Fjord waterfalls + serenity.
Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Silk Road mosaics.
Munich, Germany
Beer gardens + Alps.
Kraków, Poland
Medieval core + culture.
Sal & Boa Vista, Cape Verde
Trade winds, dune beaches.
Byblos, Lebanon
Ancient port charm.
Isle of Skye, Scotland
A mystical island of dramatic landscapes where the Quiraing's otherworldly rock formations, Fairy Pools' crystal-clear waters, and Old Man of Storr's pinnacle create scenes straight from fantasy novels.
All Summer Destinations
Agadir, Morocco
Beach resort revival.
Alexandria, Egypt
Mediterranean nostalgia.
Atlas Mountains, Morocco
Hiking + Berber villages.
Beirut, Lebanon
Sea-mountain energy + cuisine.
Cape Town, South Africa
A cosmopolitan city nestled between Table Mountain and the ocean, offering world-class wines, stunning beaches, diverse wildlife, and a rich cultural heritage.
Cape Winelands, South Africa
Vineyards under mountains.
Casablanca, Morocco
Modern art-deco port.
Chefchaouen, Morocco
Blue mountain town.
Djerba, Tunisia
Island beaches + markets.
Drakensberg Mountains, South Africa
Epic hiking cliffs & valleys.
Essaouira, Morocco
A windswept coastal town where Portuguese fortifications, blue fishing boats, and Atlantic breezes create a bohemian atmosphere. A UNESCO World Heritage site beloved by artists and surfers.
Fez, Morocco
Labyrinth medina + crafts.
Jeita Grotto, Lebanon
Epic cave system.
Lamu Island, Kenya
Swahili culture + dhow sunsets.
Monastir, Tunisia
Fortress coast + calm.
Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia
Blue-white seaside village.
Tunis, Tunisia
Medina + Carthage ruins.
Beijing, China
Forbidden City & Great Wall.
Chengdu, China
Pandas & Sichuan flavor.
Guilin & Yangshuo, China
Karst mountains & rivers.
Jeju Island, South Korea
Volcano & coast loops.
Lijiang & Shangri-La, China
Old town + snow mountains.
Okinawa, Japan
A subtropical archipelago where turquoise waters, coral reefs, and unique Ryukyuan culture create a tropical paradise distinct from mainland Japan. A place of longevity and natural beauty.
Raja Ampat, Indonesia
A remote archipelago of over 1,500 islands offering the world's most biodiverse coral reefs, pristine beaches, and incredible marine life. A diver's paradise far off the beaten path.
Seoul, South Korea
Culture meets tech.
Xi’an, China
Terracotta Army.
Baku, Azerbaijan
Flame Towers + Caspian promenade.
Batumi, Georgia
Black Sea + modern skyline.
Dilijan, Armenia
Forests + monasteries.
Kazbegi / Stepantsminda, Georgia
Mountains + monastery vistas.
Lake Sevan, Armenia
High-altitude blue waters.
Sheki, Azerbaijan
Silk Road town + stained glass palace.
Tbilisi, Georgia
Sulphur baths + wine cellars.
Yerevan, Armenia
Pink-stone charm + Mt Ararat view.
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Mountain city + lakes.
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Tree-lined capital.
Bukhara, Uzbekistan
Caravanserai lanes.
Charyn Canyon, Kazakhstan
Mini-Grand Canyon feel.
Dushanbe, Tajikistan
Gateway to Pamirs.
Issyk-Kul Lake, Kyrgyzstan
Alpine beaches.
Khiva, Uzbekistan
Walled desert museum-city.
Pamirs Highway, Tajikistan
Epic high-mountain road.
Akko (Acre), Israel
An ancient port city where Crusader halls lie beneath the old town, a vibrant market fills narrow alleys, and the Mediterranean provides a stunning backdrop. A UNESCO World Heritage site.
Cappadocia, Türkiye
A magical landscape of fairy chimneys, cave dwellings, and underground cities where hot air balloons rise at sunrise over tuff cones. One of the world's most unique and photogenic destinations.
Galilee & Sea of Galilee, Israel
A region of rolling hills, historic sites, and the freshwater Sea of Galilee where Jesus walked on water. Experience kibbutz life, ancient ruins, and the peaceful beauty of northern Israel.
Golan Heights, Israel
A region of volcanic soils producing world-class wines, dramatic vistas over the Sea of Galilee, and ancient ruins. Where modern wineries meet biblical history in stunning landscapes.
Haifa & Mount Carmel, Israel
A beautiful port city where the Bahá'à Gardens' terraces cascade down Mount Carmel, offering stunning sea views and a symbol of peace. A city of coexistence and natural beauty.
Istanbul, Türkiye
Minarets, bazaars, Bosphorus.
Kyrenia / Girne, Cyprus
Harbour castle + beaches.
Pamukkale, Türkiye
A natural wonder where brilliant white travertine terraces cascade down a mountainside, filled with thermal waters that have been used for healing for over 2,000 years. A UNESCO World Heritage site.
Paphos, Cyprus
Mythic coast + mosaics.
Safed (Tzfat), Israel
A mystical hilltop city where ancient synagogues, artist studios, and stone lanes create an atmosphere of spirituality and creativity. The center of Jewish mysticism (Kabbalah).
Salalah, Oman
Green monsoon miracle.
Tel Aviv, Israel
A vibrant beach city where Bauhaus architecture lines tree-shaded boulevards, world-class restaurants serve late into the night, and Mediterranean beaches offer year-round sun. The non-stop city.
Transylvania, Romania
Carpathian fort towns.
Albanian Riviera
Ionian beaches still wild.
Amalfi Coast, Italy
A spectacular 50km stretch of coastline featuring colorful cliffside villages, dramatic mountain scenery, and Mediterranean charm. Famous for limoncello, fresh seafood, and romantic sunsets.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Canals, museums, bikes.
Andorra
High trails, duty-free hub.
Annecy, France
A picture-perfect alpine town where a crystal-clear lake reflects pastel-colored old town buildings, flower-lined canals flow through the historic center, and the French Alps provide a stunning backdrop.
Barcelona, Spain
A vibrant Mediterranean metropolis where GaudÃ's surreal architecture meets Gothic Quarter charm, world-class beaches, and a legendary food scene. A city that never sleeps, filled with art, culture, and energy.
Bath, England
Roman baths, crescents, spas.
Bergen, Norway
Gateway to fjords.
Berlin, Germany
Creative capital.
Bordeaux, France
A sophisticated wine capital where elegant 18th-century architecture lines the Garonne River, world-famous châteaux dot the surrounding countryside, and wine culture permeates every aspect of life.
Bratislava, Slovakia
Compact Danube charm.
Bruges, Belgium
Medieval chocolate-box town.
Budapest, Hungary
Thermal baths + ruin bars.
Cairngorms NP, Scotland
High plateau, lochs, rewilding.
Český Krumlov, Czech Republic
Riverside castle town.
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France
Alpine icon, cable cars.
Cinque Terre, Italy
Five pastel-colored fishing villages clinging to dramatic cliffs along the Italian Riviera, connected by scenic hiking trails and accessible by train or boat. A UNESCO World Heritage site of breathtaking beauty.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Design + hygge.
Cornwall & St Ives, England
Surf coves, artists’ light.
Corsica, France
Mountain-to-sea trails.
Costa Brava, Spain
Coves, Dalà country, cliff walks.
Dingle Peninsula, Ireland
Wild Atlantic bays, colorful town.
Dolomites, Italy
Pale peaks, rifugio hikes.
Dublin, Ireland
Literary pubs, Georgian doors, coastal walks.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
The Pearl of the Adriatic, where ancient stone walls encircle a perfectly preserved old town, jade waters lap against fortifications, and terracotta roofs create a stunning contrast against the sea.
Edinburgh, Scotland
A historic capital where medieval closes wind beneath a castle-topped volcanic rock, the Royal Mile connects ancient and new towns, and festivals fill the city with energy. A city of literature, history, and mystery.
Faroe Islands
A remote archipelago of 18 volcanic islands where turf-roofed houses blend into dramatic landscapes, sea stacks rise from misty waters, and ancient traditions thrive. One of Europe's last true wildernesses.
Galway & Connemara, Ireland
Trad music, boglands, fjords.
Ghent, Belgium
Student buzz, castles, canals.
Giethoorn, Netherlands
No-car canals, thatch roofs.
Gothenburg, Sweden
Café culture + coast.
Granada, Spain
A magical city where the Alhambra palace complex glows golden at sunset, the Sierra Nevada mountains provide a dramatic backdrop, and ancient Moorish architecture tells stories of a rich cultural past.
Hallstatt, Austria
Lakeside postcard village.
Hamburg, Germany
Harbour culture + canals.
Helsinki, Finland
Nordic minimalism + saunas.
Hvar Island, Croatia
Sun-drenched nightlife.
Ibiza, Spain
Coves + old town + clubs.
Kotor Bay, Montenegro
A fjord-like bay where medieval stone towns cling to mountainsides, ancient fortifications snake up cliffs, and crystal-clear Adriatic waters reflect dramatic peaks. A hidden gem of the Balkans.
Lake Bled, Slovenia
A fairytale alpine lake where a tiny island church sits in emerald waters, a medieval castle perches on a cliff above, and the Julian Alps frame one of Europe's most photographed scenes.
Lake Como, Italy
Alpine lake glamour.
Lake District, England
Mirror lakes, fell hikes.
Lake Garda, Italy
Sailing towns, Alpine backdrop.
Lauterbrunnen Valley, Switzerland
A fairytale valley where 72 waterfalls cascade down sheer cliffs, green meadows are dotted with traditional chalets, and the sound of cowbells fills the air. The inspiration for Rivendell in Lord of the Rings.
Liechtenstein
Tiny Alps country, Vaduz castle.
Lisbon, Portugal
A vibrant capital city built on seven hills, where historic trams climb past colorful buildings, Atlantic light bathes ancient streets, and fado music echoes through narrow alleys. A perfect blend of old-world charm and modern energy.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Green city + café river.
Lofoten Islands, Norway
A dramatic Arctic archipelago where jagged peaks rise from fjords, traditional red rorbuer fishing cabins dot the coastline, and the midnight sun creates endless golden hours. A photographer's dream.
Luxembourg City & Mullerthal
Gorges, castles, green trails.
Lyon, France
Gastronomy capital, traboules.
Madeira, Portugal
A lush island paradise known for its levada irrigation trails that wind through ancient forests, dramatic cliffside villages, and year-round spring climate. The 'Garden Island' offers incredible hiking and natural pools.
Madrid, Spain
Museums, plazas, tapas nights.
Mallorca, Spain
Serra de Tramuntana + coves.
Matera, Italy
Cave-city sassi drama.
Menorca, Spain
Quieter Balearic, turquoise calas.
Meteora, Greece
A surreal landscape where ancient monasteries perch impossibly on towering rock pillars, creating one of Greece's most dramatic and spiritual sites. A UNESCO World Heritage site of breathtaking beauty.
Monaco
Harbor glam, F1 mythology.
Mont Saint-Michel, France
Tidal abbey rising from sea.
Mostar & Blagaj, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Old bridge, river spring monastery.
Normandy Coast, France
Cliff coasts, WWII history.
Ohrid, North Macedonia
Ancient lakeside churches.
Orkney Islands, Scotland
Stone age sites, sea arches.
Oslo, Norway
Waterfront design.
Oxford, England
Collegiate lanes, punting.
Paris, France
The City of Light, where timeless beauty meets modern innovation. From grand boulevards and world-class museums to charming canal-side neighborhoods and legendary cuisine, Paris remains the world's most romantic city.
Patmos, Greece
A sacred island where St. John wrote the Book of Revelation, whitewashed villages cascade to the sea, and a sense of spirituality permeates the air. One of Greece's most peaceful and beautiful islands.
Pembrokeshire Coast, Wales
Sea cliffs, coastal path.
Plitvice Lakes NP, Croatia
Turquoise waterfalls.
Porto, Portugal
A stunning riverside city where the Douro River meets the Atlantic, famous for its port wine cellars, colorful tiled facades, and dramatic bridges. The historic Ribeira district offers some of Portugal's most photogenic streets.
Prague, Czech Republic
Fairytale skyline.
Provence, France
A region of lavender fields, hilltop villages, and vineyard-covered landscapes that inspired Van Gogh and Cézanne. Experience the slow pace of French country life, incredible markets, and world-renowned wines.
Puglia, Italy
Italy's hidden gem region featuring unique trulli stone houses with conical roofs, endless olive groves, whitewashed hill towns, and some of the country's most beautiful beaches along the Adriatic coast.
Reykjavik, Iceland
The world's northernmost capital, offering access to incredible natural phenomena like the Northern Lights, geothermal hot springs, and dramatic volcanic landscapes.
Riga, Latvia
Art nouveau, river island parks.
Ring of Kerry, Ireland
Ocean cliffs, lakes, sheep-dotted hills.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany
Medieval perfection.
Salzburg, Austria
Music + mountains.
San Marino
Clifftop microstate, towers.
San Sebastián, Spain
A sophisticated coastal city with one of the world's most perfect bays, where pintxos bars serve culinary masterpieces and Belle Époque architecture frames golden beaches. A food lover's paradise.
Santorini, Greece
A stunning Greek island known for its white-washed buildings with blue domes, perched on dramatic cliffs overlooking the Aegean Sea. Famous for breathtaking sunsets and volcanic beaches.
São Miguel, Azores
The largest island in the Azores archipelago, featuring stunning volcanic crater lakes, rolling tea plantations, and geothermal hot springs. A remote paradise in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.
Sardinia, Italy
Caribbean-blue Med coves.
Shetland Islands, Scotland
Seabirds, Nordic feel.
Sicily, Italy
Italy's largest island where Mount Etna's volcanic presence looms over Baroque towns, ancient Greek ruins, and some of the world's best street food. A cultural crossroads with incredible diversity.
Snowdonia, Wales
Rugged peaks, slate valleys.
Split, Croatia
Roman palace + islands.
Stockholm, Sweden
Archipelago summer vibe.
Tallinn, Estonia
Hanseaic old town, tech vibe.
The Cotswolds, England
Honey-stone villages, hedgerows.
Valencia, Spain
Arts & Sciences, paella coast.
Verona, Italy
Roman arena, elegant streets.
Vienna, Austria
Imperial art city.
Vilnius, Lithuania
Baroque old town, bohemian Uzupis.
Wrocław, Poland
Colorful squares + bridges.
York, England
Medieval walls, cobbled Shambles.
Zermatt, Switzerland
A car-free alpine village at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn, where traditional chalets, world-class skiing, and mountaineering history create an unforgettable mountain experience. Pure Swiss perfection.
Aruba
Trade-wind beaches, no hurricanes.
Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands
Shore diving paradise.
Curaçao
Colorful Dutch facades + reefs.
Antelope Canyon, USA
Light beams through slot rock.
Asheville & Blue Ridge, USA
Mountains + craft scene.
Banff, Canada
A stunning mountain town in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, surrounded by turquoise lakes, towering peaks, and abundant wildlife. A year-round outdoor paradise.
Big Sur, USA
Dramatic coastal cliffs.
Busan, South Korea
Beaches & temples.
Grand Canyon, USA
Layered vastness + sunrise rim.
Jerusalem, Israel
A sacred city where three major religions converge, ancient stone alleys tell millennia of history, and the golden Dome of the Rock shines above the Old City. A place of profound spiritual significance.
Montreal, Canada
Festivals + gastronomy.
Monument Valley, USA
Iconic mesas + Navajo lands.
New York City, USA
Urban icon + culture.
Quebec City, Canada
Old-World vibe in N America.
Vancouver, Canada
Mountains meet ocean.
Whistler, Canada
Ski + summer alpine.
Yellowstone NP, USA
Geysers + wildlife megafauna.
Yosemite NP, USA
Granite walls + waterfalls.
Hawaii, USA
Rainbows + volcanoes.
Honolulu & Oahu, USA
Surf heritage + volcano views.
Kauai, USA
Rainforest cliffs & canyons.
Vancouver Island, Canada
Rainforest coast + whales.
Auckland, New Zealand
Volcanic harbours + islands.
Great Ocean Road, Australia
Coastal cliffs + 12 Apostles.
Melbourne, Australia
Culture, coffee, laneways.
Queenstown, New Zealand
The adventure capital of the world, surrounded by the dramatic Southern Alps and pristine Lake Wakatipu. Famous for bungee jumping, skiing, and Lord of the Rings filming locations.
Rotorua, New Zealand
Geysers + Maori culture.
Sydney, Australia
Harbour icons + surf lifestyle.
Tasmania, Australia
Australia's island state where pristine wilderness, unique wildlife, and world-class food and wine create an adventure paradise. Home to the Tasmanian devil and some of the world's cleanest air.
Wellington, New Zealand
Cool creative capital.
Bariloche, Argentina
Lakes + chocolate town.
Easter Island, Chile
Moai statues + isolation.
El Chaltén, Argentina
Hiker’s mecca.
Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
A living laboratory of evolution where unique wildlife has no fear of humans, volcanic landscapes create otherworldly scenes, and Charles Darwin's observations changed science forever. A UNESCO World Heritage site.
Montevideo, Uruguay
Laid-back coastal capital.
Patagonia, Argentina
A vast wilderness region featuring towering granite peaks, massive glaciers, turquoise lakes, and some of the most spectacular hiking in the world.
Punta del Este, Uruguay
Glam beach resort.
Salvador da Bahia, Brazil
Afro-Brazilian vibes.
Santiago, Chile
Andes backdrop city.
Torres del Paine, Chile
Granite spires + glaciers.
Ushuaia, Argentina
World’s end adventure port.
ValparaÃso, Chile
Colorful hills + street art.