Top 5 summer destinations | From nightlife to whitesand beaches

Are you planning to have a vacation but you don’t want to fall for tourist traps? There are several destinations that are perfect for this summer. There are great places that are worth exploring. If you have a budget then here are some budget friendly summer destinations worth your time and money.

Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon is one of the best places in Europe that won’t break your bank. It is known for the long stretch of beaches that are not often noticed by a lot of travelers. Aside from stunning and colorful beaches, you can find galleries, cafes and restaurants that are worth exploring. Don’t forget to check out the St. Jeronimo’s Monastery. The food in Lisbon is something that shouldn’t be underestimated.

Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal
St. Jeronimos Monastery
St. Jeronimos Monastery

Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Provdiv sounds unfamiliar for a lot of travelers but you will be surprised about the things that you can discover there. The food in the city is very mouthwatering. It is a mixture of Middle East and Central Europe together. The weather is just about right. The locals are very friendly to tourists. There is no language barrier as they can speak English well. You will certainly have a wonderful time.

Plovdiv
Plovdiv
Plovdiv city in December
Plovdiv city in December

Calabria, Italy

Calabria is the best summer destination in this part of the world. If you are looking for something medieval then this is the place to go. The olive trees and sun kissed beaches are untouched. For those who love castles, the place is definitely filled with these treasures that you shouldn’t miss. The setting of the place is truly irritable. There are a lot of festivals that happen especially during the summer.

Calabria seaside
Calabria seaside
Calabria from above
Calabria from above

Riga, Latvia

Riga is found in the Baltic region and it remains to be a cheap destination. During the day, the historic town is a mixture of old architecture and greenery. The market in Europe is the largest and the greatest for some bargain buys. It is as well the area where you can find sand and sea. During the night, Riga is known to have the best nightlife in the part of the country.

Riga at night
Riga at night
Riga city
Riga city

Pula, Croatia

Pula is something new that you should try this season. The beaches and the food are like magic making this a perfect destination for the summer travelers. It is a home to beautiful towns that shouldn’t be overlooked. Be sure to make friends with locals so you can be invited to parties that go until the morning. There is also an amphitheater where great concerts and events happen.

Cathedral of Pula
Cathedral of Pula
Pula city
Pula city

By Elsi H

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