TOP 5 destination for the great September escape

Don´t say farewell to the warm temperatures and sun just yet! In addition to the warmth of the sky and the sea, September offers calmness on the beaches and wieldy crowds in the old city centers.

It´s back to reality month but if you´re one without kids in school, September travel is good reason to take up your long wishing European getaway. Additionally, now it´s the right time to take advantage of the lower prices and better bargains as airfares get lower and hotels get cheaper.

We wrapped up some of the greatest destinations for your escape.

1. Santorini, Greece

Summer rush is over but the waters of the crystal clear sea remain warm. A harmonious Mediterranean setting, shaped by the sharp contrast of the ivory village clashing with the bold black of the volcanic soil, opens up to the traveler, in an awe-inspiring paradise. Santorini offers one of the world´s most enchanting displays of the sun setting behind the village of Oia, painting the sky in the magical light of the golden hour. Santorini satisfies all five senses, treating the traveler to enchanting views and thousands of colors.

2. Barcelona, Spain

Catalonia´s capital bursts in September, especially on the national holiday that is celebrated all around the city, hosting big parades, carnivals, concerts and art performances. Fantastic architecture, hip restaurants and easy going life style have come together with the sunny southern Spanish climate and beaches. This has transformed Barcelona from a rough port city to one of Europe's premier destinations.

3. Munich, Germany

One of the main reasons Munich is known around the world, is - yes, you guessed it right - Octoberfest. In nearly three weeks, from the middle of September to beginning of October, over 6 million people come to celebrate the annual beer festival. But Munich is not only lederhosen, beer and dirndl. Munich is the center of history and culture, fairytale castles and architecture. Moreover, Germany's most cheerful residents live here.

4. Strasbourg, France

With the tiny rivers and narrow alleys, extraordinarily varied architecture and the poetry which emerges from the magnificent historical centre, the Alsatian capital is simply delightful. A rich cuisine, a plentiful cultural life and a crossroads position in the heart of Europe are also important parts of this city. Strasbourg is classified as a world heritage site by the United Nations and one of France's most attractive and romantic destinations.

5. Prague, Czech Republic

The Czech capital is small and compact, with beerhouses that offer the world's best beers stationed on every street corner. The most important areas are the central districts of the city: Staré Město (Old Town), Josefov, Nové Město (New Town), and Malá Strana (Lesser Town). Anyone who has wandered around the cobbled streets and Gothic alleyways, seeing the moon hover behind the towers and pinnacles of Europe's most beautiful capital, will definitely come back. 

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