After two long years of restrictions on travel due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the summer of 2022 is finally giving those with the travel bug the chance to spread their wings and head abroad once again to enjoy the world’s best to offer by way of holiday experiences.
Finding the right accommodation in your chosen destination helps make great holiday memories, and short-term holiday lets from Rentola are a great way of doing that. You will find different types of accommodations and in very central locations across the globe.
So, with the doors of most countries again open to travellers, here are the top 5 countries to visit this summer.
1. Spain
A destination always popular with British holidaymakers, Spain offers the ideal destination for sun, sea and sand at affordable prices and relatively close to home.
Miles and miles of golden beaches surround the Balearic and Canary Islands of Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca and Tenerife, offering something for people of all ages, while the Costa del Sol and Costa Brava provide the same on the mainland.
However, golden beaches and stunning resorts aren’t all Spain has to offer. There are several options for walking or cycling holidays, not least through the overlooked Northern regions of Galicia, Cantabria and Asturias, which provide a compelling cocktail of rolling pastures, mountains, medieval towns and bustling cities.
In addition, there are several fascinating city breaks, with Barcelona and Madrid proving the most popular, but the likes of Seville, Bilbao, Santiago de Compostela, and Toledo offer an authentic flavour of history, culture and food for the discerning traveller.
2. Thailand
Thailand continues its ascent to the top of the mainstream holiday destination league table with its unique range of superb sandy beaches, tasty cuisine, friendly population and, above all, reasonable prices.
There’s plenty to experience, from Bangkok’s street food and bright lights to sailing on a Siamese junk boat. At the same time, the stunning Khao Sok National Park offers the opportunity to wander through the jungle, swim underneath waterfalls and kayak along natural, unspoilt rivers, and stay with a family in the Thai Lua community.
Thailand also offers those with sustainability at the forefront of their travel plans the chance to give something back with plenty of options for community-based tourism. These allow holidaymakers to contribute to local communities, support the livelihoods of local businesses and minimise the damaging impact tourism can have on the environment and communities.
3. Mexico
Another increasingly popular long-haul destination is Mexico, a country that offers travellers the chance to explore stunning beaches, world-famous archaeological sites, a unique ecosystem and magical towns.
One of the most diverse countries on the planet, with more than 68 unique dialects being spoken, Mexico offers several tourist-friendly resorts, such as Cancun and the Playa del Carmen, for those seeking some relaxation in the sun.
Alternatively, there are many different road trips for tourists, allowing them to hire a car and explore the best of Mexican colonial baroque art or the astonishingly beautiful range of handcrafts from Mexico City, Toluca and Cholula, amongst other destinations.
Whether it’s food, history and city life, or roaming the countryside, hills and cultural highlights of Mexico, there is something to suit travellers of all ages in the gateway to Latin America.
4. France
Another destination just a short hop by plane, ferry or train from the UK is France, a country that offers a rich and diverse culture across several regions.
Cyclists will relish the open, flat roads and tracks to explore Northern France. At the same time, those seeking something less physically demanding will love the opportunity to relax on one of the beaches of Normandy, Brittany, the Mediterranean coast or Corsica.
Accommodation can range from a traditional French villa, with a stone terrace upon which you can sample some of the best wine in Europe at leisure, while the miles and miles of canals can be investigated upon a barge at a pace that suits you.
Abandoned monasteries, mountainside walks and chateaus aplenty will suit those that enjoy mixing hiking with history. At the same time, Nice, Saint-Tropez and Cannes offer the merest hint of what the jet-set lifestyle might provide.
5. The United States
Perhaps one of the most diverse holiday destinations on the planet, the United States has something for absolutely everyone in its vastly stretched land.
Road trips are always a popular option; whether across Route 66 from Chicago to LA or taking in the splendour of the East Coast while travelling from Seattle to San Francisco, fly-drive holidays are an excellent way of experiencing much of what America has to offer.
Those wanting a piece of authentic Americana will love staying in Scottsdale, Arizona, which offers the chance to hike, bike and shoot a round of golf amidst the unrelenting Arizonan desert.
Meanwhile, the North-East Atlantic coast offers a rich range of city breaks in New York, Boston and Maine, while the beaches and amusement parks of Florida are perfect for the family holiday of a lifetime.