Perfect Autumn Holiday Destinations
Travelling during autumn has lots of benefits; it is cheaper, less busy, less frantic, less full of people and the weather across much of Europe is usually conducive to more comfortable exploration outside of summer. Avoid sticky cities, long queues, traffic and make the most of our hot deals by booking now and saving on a European getaway this fall!
Italy
Italy is an impossibly popular tourist destination and is very busy in the hot summer months. If you're looking for a more laid back experience of her cities, find a vacation rental in Florence or a holiday rental in Rome or a villa rental in Venice in fall and you'll find fewer queues, more peace and quiet, and still lots to see and do. Those interested in escaping from urban surroundings will also be pleased with a vacation rental in the Lakes District of Italy, around Lake Garda, Lake Como or Lake Maggiore, where the weather will be cooler and perfect for outdoor pursuits, while the vivid colours of fall will reflect in these amazing bodies of water. Serious hikers and nature lovers will also find Italy's mountains an appealing option at this time of year with the Alps being less busy and more suitable for hiking.
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France is a beautiful holiday destination throughout the year and the different regions and cities each have something to offer during the four seasons. In autumn, Paris empties of many of its tourists and becomes a city of Parisians once more. The South of France remains pleasantly warm, and even hot, into fall with it being the ideal time to go swimming in the Mediterranean, go cycling, walking and hiking – not too hot and not too cold! One can find a vacation rental in Nice and swim in the sea until at least November, find a villa in Biarritz to go surfing where you can expect temperatures to remain around 20 degrees Celsius, or find a holiday rental in Provence and explore the sleepy beauty of the region in lovely mild weather. Burgundy, Champagne and Bordeaux are a must for foodies as the vineyards look truly spectacular in autumn as the harvest season gets underway, as are Normandy and Brittany, where you'll find a whole host of markets stocked with apples, pears, and brightly coloured squashes.
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Croatia
Beautiful Croatia is the ultimate summer destination and is wonderful in the hotter months, with its perfect beaches and unending sunshine. However, if you're interested in the sun and fun without the hustle and bustle, you might consider paying a visit in autumn, instead. If you book a vacation rental in Zagreb, the capital, you will find that it has lots to offer visitors and, in fall, it is even more beautiful with the nearby countryside and Medvednica Nature Park coming alive with rich forest colours. A holiday rental in the city of Dubrovnik is also a great idea. It is a wonderful autumn destination and is great for those looking to catch some last-minute rays. Temperatures remain relatively warm through September and October and the historic centre is much more easily traversed without the crowds. As for food, it's harvest season here too so there are lots of festivals and delicacies to be found like the Good Food Festival in Dubrovnik in October. The beauty of the famous Plitvice Lakes is a year-round thing and they are enchantingly colourful during autumn with golden leaves, lush greens and rushing waterfalls.
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Spain
Autumn is actually one of the best seasons in which to find a villa in Spain. In Mallorca, the temperatures remain in the 20s through most of the season and a holiday rental in the Canary Islands is ideal as they become pleasantly calm and relaxed, with the sea and temperatures remaining warm. In both locations, outdoor pursuits become more enjoyable in the cooler weather and it is ideal for those who want to swim, surf, hike, cycle, and have a million other adventures. Outdoorsy types will also find lots to recommend a holiday rental in Basque Country where the burned oranges take over the forests of the region's many natural parks and make it the most scenic place to explore. Those interested in pretty scenery and wine will find the La Rioja winemaking region delightful with its harvest coming in and the vineyards transformed into autumnal shades. The cities of Spain are also excellent in fall and Barcelona and Madrid are both more pleasant places to delve into the culture and history when the crowds and intense summer heat have both disappeared.
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No matter where you want to go in Europe, we've got you covered and, if you've left your annual getaway late, we're ready to help plan a perfect fall vacation to cap off the year!