Best Summer Travel Destinations from Canada 2026

Best Summer Destinations

• Iceland — dramatic landscapes and midnight sun in the long summer days
• Norway — fjords and coastal villages at their most magical
• Portugal — still warm and wonderful in summer, less crowded than Spain
• Japan — summer festivals (matsuri) and lush green landscapes
• Scottish Highlands — long summer days, dramatic scenery

Avoiding Summer Crowds

The key to European summer travel is going to secondary destinations. Instead of Rome, try Bologna. Instead of Paris, try Lyon. Instead of Barcelona, try Valencia. The food is as good, accommodation cheaper, and experience more authentic.