Long Summer Days – 4 Reasons to Travel North Next Summer

There are many reasons to consider traveling to a northern country for your next summer vacation. The beautiful terrain, rich and diverse cultures, and extraordinary history attract voyagers from all over the world. From Stockholm to Sitka, there are endless options across the northern hemisphere to have the summer vacation of a lifetime. Below are a few reasons to consider traveling north for your next summer cruise:

• Temperate Weather
  For popular summer destination trips, temperatures can reach soaring heights. A July trip to see the pyramids of Giza or the Taj Mahal may be on many travelers’ bucket lists, but if scheduled over the summer, risk exposure to sweltering temperatures well over 100 degrees. In destinations like Iceland or Denmark, summer weather is more manageable— making day-to-day excursions far more comfortable.

• Long Summer Days
  For months out of the year, there are locations on the planet that experience extended or even total sunlight during the months surrounding the Summer Solstice—making for long summer days and more time to see and experience your travel destination. With the “midnight sun” illuminating the days well into the night, travelers have more opportunity to experience scenic views from the deck of their cruise ships later into the evening. Celebrate the Summer Solstice at Midsommar festivals in Sweden, connect with the locals in Juneau, or go whale watching in Iceland at all hours of the night.

• Fewer Crowds
  Summer is peak travel season around the world, meaning popular travel destinations will have a major influx of tourists. Major destinations around the world experience such high levels of overcrowding that lines to popular attractions can last hours and congested crowds can be so dense they become almost impassable. This summer, skip the lines and head North to places less traveled. 

 

• Natural Wonders
  Although breathtaking outdoor beauty can be found all over the planet, the Northern regions have a uniqueness to their terrain that is unmatched. From the dramatic Cliffs of Moher in Ireland to the glaciers and snow capped mountains of Norway, the terrains of the North span several diverse ecosystems, are rich with natural wonders, and provide limitless opportunities for hiking, sailing, exploration, and more.

Experience the long summer days, extraordinary beauty, and temperate weather of the North with Go Next! We are here to offer support as you plan your next adventure with us. Book now!