
12 Secret Destinations in Europe
Psst! While tourist hordes swarm the usual European hotspots, savvy travelers are sneaking off to these hidden gems.

Psst! While tourist hordes swarm the usual European hotspots, savvy travelers are sneaking off to these hidden gems.

Financially the most important city in Italy, Milan gets approximately six million visitors a year – and it’s not hard to see why.

Set in an extraordinarily scenic location, this lakeside city is framed by shimmering waters and dramatic mountains rising steeply above the shore.

In order to enjoy both Roman ruins and the Adriatic Coast, there is no question that Split is a top destination.

Few places in Europe offer a more memorable travel experience than the glitzy, glamorous and stunningly gorgeous south of France.

Finland has had a turbulent history. Occupied by the Swedes and later the Russians, the country was finally granted independence in 1917.

Step back in time through Europe’s most magical medieval cities where cobblestone streets wind beneath ancient towers and history seeps from every stone wall.

With more ancient fortresses per square mile than anywhere else in Europe, Wales is Britain’s undisputed king of castles.

Rugged coastlines, rolling green hills, and misty forests come together in a region that feels both wild and deeply rooted in tradition.

In France, every castle is a château, but not every château is a castle.

In the old days, Americans use to take a couple of years to make the Grand Tour of Europe. They had the right idea.

It may not be the most obvious choice for a European city break, but this Baltic port quickly reveals itself as a place of remarkable depth and character.

Visitors flock to the volcanic island of Tenerife in search of year-round sunshine, wide stretches of beach and a thriving nightlife scene.

England is a great place to visit, whether travelers are making their first or umpteenth trip abroad.

Nestled on the banks of the Main River, Frankfurt stands as a fascinating juxtaposition of modern skyscrapers and historic charm.
