“Not only because these top locales are overpriced, but they are overrun with Americans this year, compromising on the international flavor and ambiance you would ordinarily get in the Med.”Įzon suggested making for the Italian island of Pantelleria and hideaway luxury hotel Sikelia to avoid Sicily’s “White Lotus” crowds and pointed to the Greek island of Paros as having an appeal that Mykonos can’t touch. “While our love affair with Mediterranean hot spots in Italy and France continues, we have been encouraging all of our clients to make 2023 the year to discover something new,” he said. The charming town of Kotor in Montenegro sits on a stunning jewel-toned bay. Jack Ezon, founder of EMBARK Beyond travel agency, said he’s similarly advising clients who want to travel to Europe this summer to think outside the box. “If you adore Split in Croatia, why not head just west along the coast to see Trogir, instead.” “You want to see the beauty of Tuscany, but it’s booked and very expensive. Swasbrook said she’s advising clients looking to steer clear of the hordes to consider visiting “parallel countries” and places – destinations in Europe with similar offerings and beauty that aren’t quite as squarely in the crosshairs of the American masses as the big-name spots. Any popular city is above and beyond booked right now,” said Tania Swasbrook, co-founder of luxury travel consultancy Vgari Lifestyle, in an email to CNN Travel. “I thought last year was crazy this year is even more booked.
And you hardly have to wait in an Instagram-famous gelato line or queue up to pack into the Vatican for a tour to feel the crunch of Europe’s summertime crowds. If this past summer’s influx of American tourists in Europe’s favorite summer hot spots – from the French Riviera to the Greek islands – was a flood of epic proportions, then the continent should expect an all-out tsunami from across the pond for the rest of this summer.Īmerican arrivals in Europe this crazy summer are expected to surpass last summer’s numbers by 55%, according to analysis by travel insurance provider Allianz Partners.
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