The month of May is summertime, full of balmy nights and sunny days. Presented below is a list of best places to travel in May:
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Florence and Tuscany, Italy
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- It is said that a trip to the gorgeous countryside of Tuscany will make you fall in love with Italy. It is here where the Italian language originated and the place is choc-o-bloc with UNESCO world heritage sites, ancient ruins, and medieval town houses. The rolling Tuscan hills, the picturesque vineyards, the lovely coastal area of the Maremma, and the charming Cinque Terre are other attractions which will swipe you off your feet.
- The capital city of Florence is a great place to visit for the weekend. You can gorge on gelato and other delicacies, stroll on the streets, and just have a delightful time.
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Dodecanese Islands, Greece
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- The Dodecanese Islands of Greece consists of 12 big islands and many little islands. It is the place where you can find the clichéd and gorgeous whitewashed stone villages against a backdrop of the serene turquoise Aegean Sea, small quaint fishing villages, and ancient remains of cities.
- Rhodes is the most popular island of the lot. The island of Symi is fascinatingly old-fashioned and home to Michelin starred restaurants; Nisyros is a volcanic island where you can get a taste of authentic Greek life, the hospitable locals, and the plethora of artists; Patmos offers you sights of majestic Byzantine architecture; and Kastellorizo has been an inspiration for many, including Pink Floyd. Tourists may choose to stay at one of these stunning islands or take the Calypso and spend the vacation island hopping.
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- An hour drive away from Paris, Lille is fast becoming one of the most exhilarating destinations for the arts! It is home to many public arts projects, including a magnificent museum of modern art and a set of outdoor and indoor art exhibitions called Lille3000. The weather is pleasant and just about right for taking a stroll along the cobblestoned pathways. Shopping and food aficionados will be delighted by the eclectic array of cafes, bistros, craft beer spots, and indie boutiques, etc.
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California and Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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- Cape Cod and California are the best places within the US that you can travel to in May. Tourists may check out the glittering hot spots in Los Angeles, enjoy the foodie experience in peaceful San Francisco, surf your heart out in San Diego, or enjoy the sunny days in smaller charming coastal towns like Palm Springs and Santa Barbara. If you have the time, then a road trip along the Pacific Highway or across the state will also be a wondrous experience.
- Peak season in New England usually begins around Memorial Day. Hence, it is best to go for a vacation in early May to avail of reduced AirBnB rates, less crowd, and deserted beaches. Cape Cod vacation in May will be fun for people of all age groups as it has something on offer for everyone, including watching whales in Provincetown, enjoying delectable seafood dishes, and factory tour of the Cape Cod Potato Chip Company, etc.
Other best places to travel in May include the Scottish Highlands, Bali, Vancouver Island-Canada, Algarve-Portugal, Cape Verde, Tel Aviv, Istanbul, Shanghai, Lake Como-Italy, Barcelona, Malta, Denmark, São Paulo-Brazil, and Monaco.