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The Top Summer Travel Destinations You Won’t Want To Miss Out On

Summer vacation is finally coming up which means it’s the perfect time to satisfy that travel itch and go head out on a trip to some top summer travel destinations! If you need some inspiration on some such destinations to visit this summer, then take a look at our top 10 summer travel destinations! From beaches to mountains or bustling cities, you won’t want to miss out on these!

1. The Fjords of Norway

The Fjords of Norway are one of those sights that you have to see at least once in your life, so why not take the trip as your next travel destination? There are more than 1,000 different fjords for you to explore, so you definitely won’t be without something to see. The Nærøyfjord is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site and boasts some breathtaking mountain sides and waterfalls.

2. Denver

Culture, cuisine, and the great outdoors are all offered in Colorado’s capital, Denver. The city dates back to the Old West era, so it’s plenty rich in history. And if you love music, throughout the summer City Park offers up free jazz concerts to attend.

3. Barbados

White sandy beaches, crystal clear oceans, and sunshine filled days; need we say more? As a bonus, Barbados’ most popular festival, Crop Over, has its big and very colourful celebration in the summer and is definitely not to be missed.

4. Estonia

If you feel like a summer travel destination that will take you back in time, then Estonia is the place for you. Bordering the Baltic Sea and Gulf of Finland, this Northern European country is full of medieval towns and cobblestone streets. There are more than 1,500 islands to hop around for that beach fix, as well as some old-growth forests to check out.

5. Antigua

If you love beach vacations then head to Antigua, one of two major islands that make up the Caribbean and that is famous for its 365 beaches. The island is also home to many British and Italian expats, so it offers a diverse blend of both Caribbean and European culture.

6. MidCoast, Maine

Maine is definitely underrated among summer travel destinations. This is a perfect American summer travel destination that offers miles of rocky coastline, mouth-watering seafood choices, and perfect weather. Maine is definitely on the list of summer travel, and for good reason! This is definitely a summer trip you won’t want to miss!

7. Montreal, Quebec

If you feel like a taste of the French culture, but can’t afford a trip to Paris, then Montreal is the perfect alternative. As Quebec’s largest city, it offers a blend of old European history and architecture but with the perks of a big city. You can enjoy French food or spend the afternoon downtown enjoying the art scene or local hangout favourites.

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8. Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory

Love hiking? Oregon’s Mt. Hood offers up thousands of miles of trails, with stunning views of mountains, forests, rivers, and more. Whether you plan a day hike or pack your camping gear and trek out into the wilderness for a few days or weeks, Mt. Hood has plenty of scenery and nature to offer.

9. Toronto, Canada

Toronto offers up a lot of great free outdoor activities to do around the city, so if you visit here for the summer you won’t be without things to do! From visiting the historic distillery centre, visiting the local market, or attending a free concert, Toronto always has something going on or someplace to see that will make this a perfect summer travel destination.

10. Brooklyn, New York

Love New York but can’t afford its expense? Consider Brooklyn instead then! It’s a perfect alternative to New York that offers up the same feel and experience, just at a cheaper and less hectic pace.

What do you think of these 10 summer travel destinations? Any made it onto your travel list? Let me know in the comments!

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