The Best Summer Holidays in Europe
Brush off your passport and discover somewhere new with these hot ideas for summer travel this year.
Summer Holidays in Europe: find your perfect rental from just £31 per night!
Brush off your passport and discover somewhere new with these hot ideas for summer travel this year.
Looking for the wild outdoors and stunning scenery? You'll have it in spades here. The landscape is rugged, the wildlife is plentiful, and it's a real hotspot for hiking, climbing, and even bear spotting.
Just want to get away from it all? Take a ferry from Aberdeen, and you'll be rewarded by beauty and solitude. The walking trails are wild, the bird-watching is magnificent, and the island also boasts thriving music, arts, and foodie scenes.
Just a short flight away from the UK, this Balaeric island is ideal for families and couples looking for peace. There are lovely villas, plenty of fine restaurants, activities, and entertainments aplenty. Catch your fill of culture and colour at the capital of Palma.
Whether Como or Garda calls you, this spot is ideal for couples who want to relax. Enjoy the finest Italian food, wander around the lakes, enjoy some boating, or head up to the mountains for fresh air and incredible views. Remember to book your accommodation well in advance though.
Holidaying solo? Why not try this trendy city, which is safe and friendly for individual travellers. Book a cosy BnB where the hosts can point out local hotspots, head to Calle de Ponzano for standing-only tapas, and revel in art and culture.
For travellers looking for something different, Reykjavic is a perfect place to find inspiration in the ethereal landscape. You can relax at the Blue Lagoon or the wonderful restaurants and hotels. Take a coach journey to see local geysers, waterfalls, and other local geological wonders. Remember to look out for the Northern Lights.
In Lyon, you can look forward to proud gastronomic, cultural, and entertainment scenes, a beautiful city vista, and a sustainable approach to eco-travel.
This glorious peninsula is on the cusp of becoming a global hotspot - so see it before everyone else does! Look for Roman amphitheatres, enjoy gourmet food, relax on tree-lined beaches, dance at live music festivals, and enjoy truffle hunting in autumn.
This is a fun spot for a young crowd and the city really buzzes in summer with live music, outdoor dining, great parks, and a cosmopolitan, trendy crowd.
If you've never taken a hot-air balloon over the magical rocky landscape of Cappadocia's caves, or explored the underground city of Kaymakli, then add it to your bucket list now!
Holiday rentals in Europe are between £113 and £171 per night.
When plannin a trip for a big family it's useful to know that average Apartment rental in Europe can accommodate 5 guests and costs around £155 per night.
There's plenty of variety available when it comes to holiday homes for Summer Holidays in Europe, with 1,339,097 Apartment rental and 740,182 House rentals on offer.
Want to know how to travel "like a local" when heading abroad? HomeToGo has released a list of European destinations in which holidaymakers from the UK can find truly authentic experiences in 2024.
Comparing search data from hometogo.co.uk, hometogo.es, hometogo.it, and hometogo.fr, HomeToGo has identified 15 “local secret spots” across Spain, Italy, and France. These destinations are in-demand with the residents of each country, appearing high up in lists of the 100 most-searched locations amongst domestic travellers. However, the statistics show that these beloved-by-locals sites have not yet been discovered by (the majority of) Brits. Looking at exclusively UK traveller searches for each country, none broke into the top 500 most in-demand places to stay.
Destinations range from sun-kissed islands to majestic medieval cities, from France's eastern border to the southern tip of Spain. Find the full list of "local secret spots" below:
Destination
|
Search rank with locals (domestic travellers)¹
|
Search rank with UK holidaymakers²
|
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Ribadesella, Asturias, Spain | 14th | 705th |
Huesca, Aragon, Spain | 16th | 1,201st |
Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain | 20th | 598th |
Ávila, Castile and León, Spain | 21st | 1,013th |
Conil de la Frontera, Andalusia, Spain | 27th | 514th |
Strasbourg, Grand Est, France | 30th | 585th |
Marina di Camerota, Campania, Italy | 33rd | 1,112th |
Gaeta, Lazio, Italy | 37th | 707th |
Vieste, Apulia, Italy | 39th | 764th |
Llanes, Asturias, Spain | 43rd | 517th |
Palinuro, Campania, Italy | 44th | 775th |
Segovia, Castile and León, Spain | 47th | 1,601st |
Toledo, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain | 50th | 858th |
Isola del Giglio, Tuscany, Italy | 53rd | 2,055th |
Noirmoutier, Pays de la Loire, France | 63rd | 511th |
Ribadesella ranks as the 14th most popular destination in Spain amongst Spanish holidaymakers, but it lands in 705th position with Brits visiting the country. Situated in the northwestern region of Asturias, this vibrant town is known for its stunning beaches, striking architecture, and the prehistoric art of the Tito Bustillo Cave.
While Marina di Camerota lists as Italy’s 33rd most-searched location amongst Italians, it ranks in 1,112th place with visitors from the UK. Perched on the Cilento coast, Marina di Camerota is celebrated for its award-winning beaches. A stroll through its quaint, narrow old town lanes leads to a picturesque harbour.
Amongst French holidaymakers, Noirmoutier is the 63rd most-searched destination in France. In contrast, it stands at 511th when looking at searches from British tourists. The tidal island in Vendée is known for the Passage du Gois, the stunning beaches and cliffs of Bois de la Chaise, and pretty villages such as Le Vieil.
🇪🇸 Conil de la Frontera
🇪🇸 Llanes
🇮🇹 Vieste
🇮🇹 Palinuro
🇮🇹 Isola del Giglio
🇪🇸 Toledo
🇪🇸 Segovia
🇪🇸 Ávila
🇪🇸 Huesca
🇫🇷 Strasbourg
🇪🇸 Cádiz
🇮🇹 Gaeta
How HomeToGo produced this report:
¹ Search ranks with locals are based on domestic travellers searching for holidays via hometogo.es (Spain), hometogo.it (Italy), and hometogo.fr (France). Rankings were assigned individually per market. Observed searches took place between 20th July 2023 - 20th December 2023, with a check-in date between 1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024.
² Search ranks with UK holidaymakers are based on UK-based travellers searching for holidays in Spain, Italy, and France via hometogo.co.uk. Rankings were assigned individually per destination country. Observed searches took place between 20th July 2023 - 20th December 2023, with a check-in date between 1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024.