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    Top European destinations to visit if you are planning a quick holiday

    Synopsis

    If you are based in the United States and planning to get away from the hustle and bustle of cities like Chicago, Washington or San Francisco, these are some feasible European places you can visit for a quick rest and relaxation over a long weekend. Moreover, some of these locations will also saw you a few bucks on accommodation and travel.

    Planning a vacation? Here are some European destinations to visit if you are planning a quick getaway from the USiStock
    If you are tired of the usual Miami, Maui or Santa Monica trips, Europe has some major tourist destinations unlocked exclusively for your R&R. Usually, summer season involves thousands of tourists across major regions of the world, assembling in vast numbers in various tourist destinations in the US.

    Sometimes, people are not a fan of these overcrowded holiday plans and want to go somewhere that is more secluded, serene and peaceful. If you think all Europe destinations are an alternative for this purpose, then you have got it all wrong. A few regions, specified by ardent travelers are generally crowd-free in the summers and can be the perfect place to visit over a long weekend.

    Go to Strasbourg instead of Paris, if its the French delight you seek

    If you are a fan of the French croissant, warm hospitality, and the architectural charm, take a shot at visiting Strasbourg as it contains is serene, peaceful and has lesser number of tourists than Paris. Strasbourg is a two-hour train journey from France's major city Paris, and has a flavor of art, history, architecture, symmetry, and more.

    Planning for Spain? Girona should be your choice

    People just choose Barcelona over all other Spanish cities for their vacation, but Girona, in comparison, has a tad bit more aestheticism, when it comes to the medieval center, popular museums, Roman foundations, Arab baths, and much more. Choosing Girona as your holiday destination may also save some bucks as the hotel fares are slightly lesser here.

    Split, Croatia: Avoid crowdy Dubrovnik for this beautiful coastal region

    Croatia's Split is known for lesser number of tourists assembling, giving an opportunity for peace-loving tourists to sight-see the area without a hassle. Split is just a four-hour drive from Croatia's capital Zagreb, and sees a steady, yet constricted number of US tourists in the area.

    Geneva offers a less-crowded Swiss experience

    According to USA Today, Geneva may come across as 'boring and expensive', but if someone believes the approach, they may miss out an opportunity to create some amazing memories in this lush-green, mystical city. Geneva has swimming, hiking and adventure enthusiasts covered with the Mont Salève visit, a guided tour of CERN, along with taking a marvelous train ride from Montreux to Interlaken on the new GoldenPass Express, which is on the bucket list of most Europe-based tourists nowadays.

    FAQs:

    Is Dubrovnik a tourist city?
    Dubrovnik is a very popular city in Croatia, in close proximity to the country's capital Zagreb. It offers some amazing tourist destinations to visit, including amazing staying and relaxing options.

    Is Geneva safe for US tourists?
    Geneva in Switzerland is one of the safest cities to visit when it comes to US tourists. You can do a hoard of activities here, including swimming, hiking, and taking some memorable train rides along the lovely landscape.


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    ( Originally published on Jun 17, 2024 )
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