7 Destinations To Visit In Europe This Summer

OT Staff

The Algarve, Portugal

This region in southern Portugal is famous for its cliff-backed beaches, mouthwatering seafood, and picturesque villages. Get outdoors to hike in the mountains or take boat tours to see rock formations and caves.

Coastline of cliffs, caves, and rock pools near Carvoeiro in The Algarve | Shutterstock

Marseille, France

Marseille is France's oldest city and is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and beautiful natural scenery, including the stunning Calanques National Park.

Panier is Marseille’s oldest district | Shutterstock

Faroe Islands

Tucked between Iceland and Norway in the North Atlantic Ocean, this self-governed group of 18 volcanic islands are known for their live music festivals, steep cliffs, hiking trails, waterfalls, and rocky coastlines.

Turf-roofed houses in Vágar, one of the 18 Faroese islands | Shutterstock

Geneva, Switzerland

With iconic landmarks like the Jet d'Eau and the picturesque Old Town, Geneva offers a variety of activities for visitors, from exploring museums to enjoying outdoor adventures by Lake Geneva.

The Jet d'Eau is a large fountain in Geneva | Shutterstock

Reykjavík, Iceland

This summer, stroll alongside the Icelandic capital's Old Harbour district, join a whale-watching tour, and visit the Sun Voyager statue and Harpa Concert Hall.

A downtown view of Reykjavík | Shutterstock

Albania

A jewel of the Balkans, this small country is known for its hiking trails (Theth), beaches (Dhërmi), quiet village life (Lin), white-water rafting (Përmet), old bazaar (Korçë), and cool art galleries (Tirana).

The Resurrection of Christ Cathedral of Korçë in Albania | Shutterstock

Galicia, Spain

This emerald region in Spain's northwestern corner is packed with mist-shrouded mountains and valleys. You can hike, sail the rías (estuaries) to reach unspoiled Atlantic Islands, or surf in the Costa das Ondas.

The Tower of Hercules is the oldest known extant Roman lighthouse. | Shutterstock

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