10 Travel Ideas for Your Summer Holidays 2023

  20 Apr 2023
Greece - Ph da Pexels.com
Greece - Ph da Pexels.com

Popular Destinations for Summer 2023

Summer is the perfect time to take a break from the daily routine and immerse yourself in a new adventure. This year, with the pandemic seemingly finally behind us, many people are ready to resume travel. Here are some of the most popular destinations for summer 2023:
Amalfi - ph. thanks to GC from Pexels.com
Amalfi - ph. thanks to GC from Pexels.com

Italy: Amalfi Coast, Tuscany, Sicily, Sardinia

1) Italy Amalfi Coast: The Amalfi Coast is a breathtaking destination with its uncontaminated beauty, the high coasts overlooking the sea, villages perched on the hills, hospitality like few in the world, food and wines that will enchant you. Visit Positano and Amalfi with its ancient Cathedral and the incredible views that can be enjoyed from Ravello. Explore the coast with a stroll along State Route 163, which offers spectacular views of the coast and crystal-clear water. Don't miss the opportunity to take a boat trip along the coast, but also to eat a lemon delight (typical dessert) accompanied by an excellent limoncello.
2) Italy Tuscany: Its lush nature, precious architecture, delicious food and breathtaking beaches make Tuscany the perfect destination. Ideal destination for summer holidays with its relaxing and rural atmosphere between medieval villages and hills to visit by trekking, passing through tastings of delicious wines from the various cellars. We recommend a visit to cities like Siena, Florence and Pisa to enjoy the history and art, but remember that the sea and beaches of the Maremma are beautiful. Then visit the city of Florence to admire its art and architecture, immersing yourself in history with a visit to Brunelleschi's dome in Santa Maria del Fiore and walking along Ponte Vecchio.

3) Italy Sicily: Sicily offers breathtaking beaches, history and culture, delicious gastronomy. Sicily has some of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean, with crystal clear waters and golden sand. Among the most famous beaches are San Vito Lo Capo, Taormina, Isola Bella and Cefalù. Taormina is beautiful for a walk, but in the footsteps of its thousand-year history that dates back to many ancient civilizations, including the Greeks, Romans and Normans, Syracuse and Agrigento are not to be missed. Sicily, then, is famous for its delicious cuisine rich in flavours. Here you can enjoy dishes such as pasta with sardines, caponata, arancini (rice balls filled with meat or cheese), cannoli (cakes filled with ricotta cream) and ricotta ice cream. Some of the most renowned wines in Italy, such as Nero d'Avola and Marsala.
4) Italy Sardinia: the emerald island, wonderful and different from the north with coves and coves, the Maddalena archipelago to the luxurious Porto Cervo, to the still wild south of the Rei coast, of the islet of Sant Antioco, Sardinia also famous for its interior, to visit the typical stone buildings, the Naraghe, taste its typical products such as goat's cheeses and the famous porceddu to end with a glass of Mirto, a very famous liqueur throughout the island. We recommend renting a boat and go and discover all the most beautiful coves that the island offers us.
Trams of Lisbon Portugal - ph. thanks to Nextvoyage from Pexels.com
Trams of Lisbon Portugal - ph. thanks to Nextvoyage from Pexels.com

Spain, Greece, Portugal and Türkiye

5) Spain: Spain offers a unique combination of culture, food and beaches. Barcelona and Madrid are two of the most popular cities to visit, but don't forget the beaches of the Costa del Sol or the Balearic Islands. Barcelona is a vibrant city with its architecture, art and nightlife. Visit Park Güell, Sagrada Familia and the Picasso Museum to enjoy art and history, or enjoy Barceloneta beach for some relaxation. Don't miss the opportunity to stroll along Passeig de Gracia to admire the modernist architecture and visit Park Guell. Ibiza is an island famous for its nightlife, its beaches and its relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy Las Salinaso Es Canar beach and visit Ses Salines Natural Park to admire nature, sail along the coast to explore the island or enjoy the nightlife in Ibiza Town.
Don't miss the opportunity to take a boat trip to the nearby islands of Delos and Rinia. Don't miss the opportunity to take a boat trip to the island of Formentera, windsurf in Playa d'en Bossa or try yoga on the beach.
6) Greece: With its pristine beaches, ancient history and delicious cuisine, Greece is an ideal summer holiday destination. Choose from the Greek islands for an escape from it all, not neglecting a visit to Athens to explore its rich history. Santorini is an enchanting island with its blue and white houses, its breathtaking views and its vibrant nightlife. Visit Paraportiani Church, one of the most photographed churches in Greece, enjoy a sunset on the beach, explore ancient ruins or sail along the coast to explore the island.
Mykonos is an island famous for its nightlife, its beaches and its relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy Psarou beach, sail along the coast to explore the island and its pristine coves. Visit the town of Oia to admire the breathtaking view of the Aegean Sea and the white houses with blue roofs. Don't miss the opportunity to visit Ancient Thira and take a boat trip to the volcanic island of Nea Kameni.
7) Portugal: Portugal is a growing destination thanks to its natural beauty, delicious cuisine and welcoming culture. Visit Lisbon to explore the city or the Algarve coast to enjoy the beaches. a unique experience will be to climb up to the city of Porto, from Lisbon, crossing immense green expanses and typical fairy-tale villages.
8) Turkey: meeting of ancient and modern, Istanbul deserves a thorough visit, divided by the Bosphorus along the river, you meet different realities, from the Blue Mosque to the typical markets full of flavours, smells and folklore. Turkey is the destination for a crystal clear sea, For nighttime entertainment, the town of Bodrum is famous, ideal for groups of friends but also for families. A unique experience is certainly the interior of Turkey with its natural pools of Pamukkale and the tour of Cappadocia.
Tulum, QR, Mexico - ph. at Roberto Nickson da Pexels.com
Tulum, QR, Mexico - ph. at Roberto Nickson da Pexels.com

Mexico and Mauritius

9) Mexico: Cancun is a popular summer vacation destination with its white beaches, turquoise waters and vibrant nightlife. Visit Tulum National Park, Isla Mujeres or the Yucatán Peninsula to explore nature, or enjoy the nightlife in Cancun for some fun. Explore the Riviera Maya with a visit to the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza, Isla Mujeres or the island of Cozumel. Don't miss the opportunity to snorkel or dive to admire marine life and enjoy the nightlife in Cancun. or to Playa del Carmen
10) Mauritius: island in the Indian Ocean, even in the month of August, allows a favorable climate, characterized by spring temperatures... fabulous sea, white beaches, dream structures. Mauritius allows both visits to the hinterland, such as the territory of Chamarel, both nightlife with shows of typical dances such as the segal, casinos and clubs, but it offers a completely relaxing holiday on never crowded beaches where every guest can carve out their own corner of paradise. A visit to the island is absolutely not to be missed of deer, you will see a turquoise sea, possibility of canoes and typical restaurants where you can taste fresh fish and wine.
In conclusion, there are many wonderful destinations to explore this summer. Choose the one that's right for you and get ready for an unforgettable adventure. .
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