Today, Time Out published its list of Europe’s most underrated summer travel ideas for 2024, the perfect inspiration for anyone looking to plan an unusual but unforgettable getaway this summer.
Time Out, the global brand that inspires people to experience the best of their cities, has put together an inspiring list of destinations to help travellers to Europe have the best experience possible, including unique beach holidays, action-packed adventures and cultural escapes.
The listings span the entire continent and feature trips that are once in a lifetime opportunities and hidden destinations that travelers will want to return to again and again.
Escape the crowded beaches and enjoy the warm waters and wild nature of the Portuguese river beaches inland, also known as Praias Fluviais, while those seeking ultimate relaxation should head to one of Estonia’s more hidden gems, the island of Saaremaa, home to the old town of Kuressaare, which has more spas per capita than any other in the world.
For foodies, nothing is more relaxing than an ice cream in Copenhagen. And for adrenaline junkies, a 2,000-mile mountain bike trail through the Balkans will open in July 2024; cyclists can join and tap out along the route. For those who want to experience all that Scotland has to offer but don’t have much time, there’s the North East 250, a condensed Aberdeenshire loop that takes in the best of Scotland’s castles, scenery, wildlife and whisky. And finally, mountain pastures await for those who choose a weekend to experience the daily life of a Pyrenean shepherd.
Grace Beard, travel editor at Time Out, says: “We all dream of a European summer: long lazy days under the Mediterranean sun and lazy evenings spent people-watching in local bars. But the reality is a little less romantic. Overtourism, rising prices and scorching heat put a damper on the European summer dream. But it doesn’t have to be that way. As this list of the best activities to do this summer shows, a great summer holiday in Europe can take many forms, from beach-hopping along rivers to road trips and outdoor art trails.”
You can see the full list of Time Out’s 11 top European summer 2024 travel ideas (selected by Time Out’s network of expert local editors and writers) here.
Follow the outdoor art trails of the south of France Relax on the inland beaches of central Portugal Cycle through the Balkans Enjoy a spa day in Saaremaa Explore Berlin’s sunset spots Hike the network of trails in Greece’s new Citya Geopark Find Cold War bunkers in Albania Road trip through 250 Northeast Scotland Ice cream tour of Copenhagen Cruise around Croatia’s lesser known islands Become a shepherd for a week in the Pyrenees
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