{"id":1588276,"date":"2018-04-27T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-04-27T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/divine.ca\/?p=1588276"},"modified":"2020-05-13T22:13:34","modified_gmt":"2020-05-14T02:13:34","slug":"the-best-destinations-to-visit-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/divine.ca\/en\/the-best-destinations-to-visit-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Destinations to Visit This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1 pk-dropcap pk-dropcap-borders\">Whether it\u2019s because your kids are on vacation or you <em>really<\/em> need that summer getaway, booking a trip is probably one of the best feelings in the world. From the warmest beaches to the most beautiful architectural hubs, here is a list of 10 destinations to get you started on planning your 2018 <a href=\"https:\/\/divine.ca\/en\/unique-travel-destinations-for-2020\/\">trip of a lifetime<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"port-hope-canada\">Port Hope, Canada<\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zf5o3Btgkec\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>This little Canadian town might be small, but it\u2019s full of stunning caf\u00e9s and antique\u00a0shops.\u00a0It\u2019s also home to one of the best burger restaurants in the country. Whether you\u2019re driving from Montreal for a day trip or just exploring more of your own province, it is a great town to relax and unwind in. Best of all, the Airbnbs look like they came straight out of a a movie from the 1990&#8217;s.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"san-francisco-california\">San Francisco,\u00a0California<\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Oo6iAxf4si0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The gorgeous Californian city is\u00a0an architectural masterpiece with it&#8217;s\u00a0whimsical houses and crooked streets.\u00a0 With a beautiful waterfront, musical history and proximity to wine country, San Francisco is perfect if you want to stick to North America for travel. From the Golden Gate Bridge to Alcatraz Prison,\u00a0the city has something for everyone.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"banff-canada\">Banff, Canada<\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AJDalGwIeC8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The scenery in Banff National Parks is absolutely\u00a0breathtaking.\u00a0With plenty of\u00a0resorts, hotels, and cozy Airbnbs to choose from, this trip to the Canadian Rockies\u00a0is a once in a lifetime chance to connect with nature and still have all of the comforts of home.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"bogata-colombia\">Bogat\u00e1, Colombia<\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AyQs7Rnfo3o\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Located in in central Columbia, the capital is home to some of the most exquisite museums and restaurants on the entire continent. This is a city of contrasts with nods to both old and new.\u00a0 It\u00a0is the perfect\u00a0gateway for first time visitors to South America.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"qingdao-china\">Qingdao, China<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><br \/>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oo6k9nJ2NY8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/h3>\n<p>This \u2018small\u2019 seaside city in China, with a population of 9 million people, is one of\u00a0the country&#8217;s hidden gems.\u00a0 Qingdao was once a German colony,\u00a0and the architecture is a blend of 20<sup>th<\/sup> century German and Chinese styles. With a beach close by, night markets seafood delights and beer, this exquisite city is a must see.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"seoul-south-korea\">Seoul, South Korea<br \/>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sr3O7ArQTYY\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/h3>\n<p>This South Korean cultural hub is just a short plane ride away from Qindao. The city is burgeoning with good food, amazing shopping, and a nightlife that rivals Las Vegas. Highlights for first-time visitors include the Hongdae shopping area for indie fashion and Lotte World featuring the largest indoor theme park!<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"johannesburg-south-africa\">Johannesburg, South Africa<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><br \/>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fxF34sK8KJg\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/h3>\n<p>The most populous South African city has so much to offer, Safari tours are a given, but it&#8217;s close to the Cradle of Mankind World Heritage Site. The city itself has so much to offer\u00a0and with art and history museums and with warm or temperate weather year round, it&#8217;s the perfect destination to stay and play in.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"oslo-norway\">Oslo, Norway<\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/A3Yj3q0QRLM\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>This Scandinavian\u00a0city is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Europe, especially in the summer. With access to beautiful fjords, the Royal Palace and maritime museums &#8211; Oslo is a must for your bucket list.\u00a0You can even enjoy drinks at 11 p.m. in the land of the midnight sun!<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"dubrovnik-croatia\">Dubrovnik, Croatia<\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GyyW5GssEJ8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>This South Croatian city, known as the Pearl of the Adriatic Sea, offers access to the beach and\u00a0panoramic views of the water. Its pedestrian-only Old City and access to outdoor activities, means that there is something for everyone to enjoy in Dubrovnik.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"vienna-austria\">Vienna, Austria<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><br \/>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MRI8ffYKA8c\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/h3>\n<p>Baroque streetscapes and grand palaces lend to the majesty of this &#8220;old new city&#8221;.\u00a0 Sip a coffee and enjoy a slice of Sachertorte at the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacher.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sacher Hotel<\/a>, see the Crown Jewels at the Imperial Treasury or\u00a0feel like royalty while walking through the Habsburg&#8217;s\u00a0Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace.\u00a0 Why not sample\u00a0Wiener schnitzel &#8211; the most famous dish from Vienna at a charming Inn near the famous Black Forest.\u00a0 This is a must see destination.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"post-excerpt\">Whether it\u2019s because your kids are on vacation or you really need that summer getaway, booking a trip is probably one of the best feelings in the world. 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