These lesser-known destinations are quieter alternatives to the favourites, offering an equally compelling European experience – and fewer tourists
Every year, Canadians put Europe on their summer calendars, even though they know it’s going to be expensive, full of tourists and often excruciatingly hot. Pent-up demand since the pandemic is a major culprit, of course, as is renewed confidence in travel in general, both expected to drive sales to better-than-2019 levels this summer.
“I find that Canadian clients in general – unlike U.S. clients – are more price-conscious, which could be because of the dollar-euro exchange rate,” says Ralph Crawford, a vice president at Tully Luxury Travel. “Many Canadians are struggling with the prices that some of the hotels are charging this summer – double if not triple what they were pre-COVID.”
While the Douro is renowned for its port wine, it produces just as much non-fortified wine, with an array of native grape varietals growing in 13 different regions. This part of Portugal is not only pretty, but also delicious, its village-square lunch tables filled with cod croquettes, grilled sardines and incredible localBoats carry tourists on the Douro River, Vila Real, Portugal.
Pre-tourism, Paros made its money quarrying its white marble, subsequently used to create many famous works of art, including the Venus de Milo.Heads up – Paros hotel rates double in the summer, into the $350 to $500 range. Even the little two-star places are $200+.
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