Summer is the ideal time to enjoy a romantic holiday in the company of your sweet destination. If you are looking for a dream stay in August , do not worry: there are different solutions within our borders or abroad, to live your ideal holiday. From the more “worldly” to the less obvious ones, here are 15 summer destinations for couples to go on holiday in August .
Travel advice post COVID19
If you are planning a trip, make sure you are in line with safety measures. Follow government guidelines and only return to travel when the green light is given. Prefer natural and perhaps non-mass destinations, and in general promote local tourism: discover the wonders of your city, your region and your state. Try to avoid long-haul travel and at most choose destinations that can be reached with a few hours of flight.
In Italy
1 – Amalfi and the Amalfi Coast, Campania
Who has never imagined walking, hand in hand, through the streets of Amalfi, admiring a dream panorama
The entire Amalfi coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is still part of the list today dream destinations for Italian and non-Italian tourists, captured by the beauty of its landscapes, by the crystalline sea, by the elegantly cosmopolitan air. Do not miss the opportunity to whisper words of love, hand in hand, in front of a beautiful sunset, while sipping a delicious limoncello.
One of the most beautiful activities to do is certainly the daily excursion by sea, during which you can sail along the coast, visit Positano and Amalfi and even take a relaxing swim.
SEE ALSO : What to see on the Amalfi Coast
- Flight + hotel: Round trip flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 474.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & bs from € 68.00 per night – see the offers
2 – Val Pusteria, Trentino Alto Adige
August does not necessarily rhyme with beach holidays. For couples who love nature , walks in the fresh air, we suggest a holiday in the Dolomites , the roof of Italy.
In particular, the suggestive Val Pusteria, 100 km of valley located in the Eastern Alps, and characterized by 3 natural parks : the Sesto Dolomites Natural Park, the Fanes – Sennes and Braies Natural Park and the Vedrette di Ries-Aurina Natural Park, taken even in the hottest month of the year.
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 582.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & b from € 84.00 per night – see the offers
3 – Tropea, Calabria
Often underestimated by Italians, but particularly appreciated by European and non-European tourists , Calabria is capable of offering dream destinations, especially by the sea.
A striking example and undoubtedly Tropea, a characteristic town with a particular morphology , with the small inhabited center built on a rock that directly overlooks its clear waters , stormed in August by thousands of tourists.
SEE ALSO : What to see in Tropea
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 nights / 6 days starting from € 522.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: Hotels and b & b from € 75.00 per room – see the offers
4 – Lecce and Salento
The Italian “heel” is recommended for its extraordinary beaches (Baia dei Turchi, Santa Cesarea Terme, Torre dell’Orso, just to name a few) but also for its cultural peculiarities. Do not miss the opportunity to visit cities such as Brindisi and Taranto with your partner, to admire their monuments, historic centers and the most hidden provincial towns.
A special mention deserves the city of Lecce, also known as the “Florence of the South”, the cradle of Baroque art and nominated as the Capital of Culture in 2019 : a stay in this charming town is a unique and rare opportunity to combine relaxation on the beach and cultural holiday, without ever getting bored.
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- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 366.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & bs from € 50.00 per night – see the offers
5 – Caprera Island, Maddalena Archipelago
Feeling like a VIP couple, even if only for a hot Augustine weekend , if you choose to treat yourself to a dream stay in the popular Maddalena archipelago. This suggestive grouping of Sardinian islands, located off the famous Costa Smeralda , are ideal for engaged couples or spouses who love the glossy atmosphere offered by this destination, who can treat themselves to boat excursions worthy of the best Flavio Briatore at prices not at all. prohibitive (starting from € 45.00 per person)
If, however, you prefer a stay in close contact with nature to the classic Hollywood star “excursion”, then you prefer the island of Caprera, one of the most “untouched” stages of the entire archipelago, sparsely populated, where you can fully enjoy the relationship with local flora and fauna. Yes, because the entire archipelago falls within the area of ​​the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park , a geomarine reserve that deserves the utmost respect and protection, precisely for the beauties that this postcard-worthy area offers.
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 694.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & b from € 104.00 per night – see the offers
In Europe
Destination Temperatures (min – max) Average cost Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights
Kefalonia, Greece 27 ° – 30 ° C from € 500.00 – see details
Bastia, Corsica 17 ° – 28 ° C from € 822 , 00 – see details
La Coruna, Galicia 16 ° – 23 ° C from € 620.00 – see details
Biarritz, France 17 ° – 25 ° C from € 824.00 – see details
Belgrade, Serbia 16 ° – 29 ° C from € 732.00 – see details
Balearic Islands, Spain 21 ° – 29 ° C from € 720.00 – see details
1 – Kefalonia, Greece
You can breathe “wild” romance in Kefalonia, a Greek island that is part of the Ionian archipelago, today increasingly targeted by nature-loving touristsand looking for a tete a tete with folklore and the most unknown Hellenic traditions, but for this very reason most fascinating.
With its beaches, natural caves and lush flora, Kefalonia is a favorite destination for couples and tourists looking for romantic places to spend their holidays in August.
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 500.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & bs from € 50.00 per night – see the offers
2 – Bastia, Corsica
Corsica, a French island which, in addition to a breathtaking sea and plateaus just waiting to be climbed and explored, offers the most enamored couples a real full immersion in nature .
Among the cities worthy of a much longer stay there is undoubtedly the lively Bastia. Second center of Corsica for number of inhabitants, the city boasts the presence of the port and a breathtaking view , visible especially on clear summer days.
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 822.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & b from € 89.00 per night – look at the offers
3 – La Coruna, Galicia
We could define it “the Spain you don’t know”, or at least not like the classic Iberian destinations, such as Madrid, Barcelona or Ibiza. Galicia, an autonomous territory located in the north-west of the Nation, is known above all for the countless sporting activities, from surfing to longboarding, which it offers to its tourists.
Recommended destination for sporty couples , Galicia is also characterized by the presence of rias, narrow and long inlets that extend up to the coast, given by the lowering of the latter.
Among the recommended destinations we point out La Coruna, a hilly destination characterized by pleasant temperatures, by the presence of important cultural attractionsand, last but not least (especially for football lovers), by the famous Deportivo team, one of the most important realities in Spanish football.
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 620.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & bs from € 50.00 per night – see the offers
4 – Biarritz, France
Nightlife, social life, surfing . These are the main attractions offered by the French Biarritz, a town located in New Aquitaine, a destination that is becoming increasingly important thanks above all to its waves, which are waiting to be “tamed” by the most intrepid surfers, perhaps in the company of their sweet destination.
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 824.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & b from € 71.00 per night – see the offers
5 – Belgrade, Serbia
A weekend in Belgrade , the capital of Serbia, could prove to be a winning solution. The reasons
First of all, it is a low cost city , a factor not to be ignored at all (especially as regards young couples).
Furthermore, a stone’s throw from the capital there are villages that offer packages including the most varied recreational activities , such as trying their hand at textile or handicraft activities. A stay in this curious location could reserve you pleasant and romantic surprises.
Belgrade, then, is full of attractions of historical and cultural interest, such as the Temple of San Sava, the Fortress, the Nikola Tesla Museum and the Kalemegdan Park. You can discover these and many other wonders through the comfortable panoramic tour by minibus.
SEE ALSO : What to see in Belgrade
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 732.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & b from € 20.00 per night – see the offers
6 – Balearic Islands, Spain
Okay, we could be greeted by exaggerated temperatures and be swallowed by the crowd in the evening hours to stroll the streets of the worldly Balearic Islands (without forgetting the nearby Ibiza , one of the top destinations in the summer months). But you really want to give up a dream sea , so warm and welcoming in August
From Formentera to Mallorca, the Balearics are a certainty even in a period of mass tourism, especially for those who love beaches and the typical heat of the summer months .
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 720.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: Hotels and b & b from € 110.00 per room – see the offers
Rest of the world
1 – Zanzibar, Tanzania
On the African continent there are some places capable of giving moments of passion even in the hot month of August. One of these is undoubtedly the famous Zanzibar whose colors, scents, fauna and flora will make the heart beat even to the most imperturbable couples . Zanzibar is also a “westernized” tourist destination, with the presence of the classic holiday villages designed for less adventurous visitors, more closely linked to the comforts offered by tour operators.
SEE ALSO : Zanzibar: where it is, when to go and what to see
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 996.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & b from € 39.00 per night – see the offers
2 – Bali, Indonesia
The Indonesian Bali beats all other destinations for its innate romanticism. This is the reason why newlyweds often choose it as a destination for their honeymoon . After all, the island, with its paradisiacal beaches, sighing sunsets, virgin and varied nature, cannot fail to be considered for a holiday that is all “sun, heart, love”!
bali is a perfect destination because it combines sea, natural landscapes, sporting activities, cultural visits and much more. Among the unmissable activities we mention for example the tour in the Kintamani region and the Mount Batur volcano, during which you can explore the cultural heritage of Bali, among magnificent temples and plantations of Tegallalang.
SEE ALSO: Bali, Indonesia: where is it, when to go and what to see
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 1,226.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and resorts from € 25.00 per night – see the offers
3 – Seychelles, Indian Ocean
What a place the Seychelles, an archipelago made up of over a hundred more or less large islands, one more beautiful than the other. The climate is absolutely pleasant , in fact they are geographically located close to the equator. A paradise on earth of inestimable naturalistic value , due to the biodiversity that makes this place unique.
A favorite destination for couples looking for relaxation and breathtaking views, especially in August, the Seychelles will make your holidays unique and unforgettable.
- Flight + hotel: Round trip flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 1.362,00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & b from € 90.00 per night – see the offers
4 – Vancouver, Canada
We have reached the moment of the atypical proposal for a romantic August around the world. Known above all as a winter destination, thanks to its abundant snowfalls, Canada has some jokers to play even in the summer , which could guarantee a tourist revival even in this particular time of year.
Among these, the city of Vancouver undoubtedly stands out, a place where the metropolitan atmosphere coexists so well with the surrounding nature that it has deservedly earned the title of city in the world where you live better.. Over the years, Vancouver has become a sort of Canadian Hollywood, also becoming the ideal set for successful films and TV series, such as “The X-Files” and “Smallville”: a real Mecca for couples who are all “pizza and television”.
During your stay, do not miss to visit the Capilano Park, where you will be breathless in front of the well-known suspension bridge, and take part in boat excursions with whale watching. Both activities we recommend that you book in advance.
SEE ALSO : What to see in Vancouver
- Flight + hotel: Return flight + 7 days / 6 nights starting from € 1.366,00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: hotels and b & b from € 71.00 per night – see the offers
Where not to go: destinations not recommended in August
Where not to go Why Cuba and the Caribbean, Florida (Miami), Mexico (Yucatan), Central America, Venezuela (Isla Margarita and the coast) Hurricane risk peak of the semester (June-November). August and September are the months most at risk, in addition to the real risk of thunderstorms and sultry heat
Arabian Peninsula (United Arab Emirates, Oman, Qatar, …), Morocco (Marrakech), Red Sea (Sharm El Sheikh, Marsa Alam, El Quseir, …) Exaggerated heat, temperatures reaching 45/50 °
Philippine Islands, Western Pacific from May to November there is the season of heavy rains, risk of hurricanes, typhoons and tropical storms
North Vietnam (Hanoi, Gulf of Tonkin) Rainy season, sultry heat and real typhoon risk (peak from July to October)
Lima, Peru Little sunny climate, clouds and haze
Burma (Myanmar), Asia Very hot but very humid month for the rainy season. Month at risk of cyclones (from mid-April to early December). Yangon and coastal air are the areas most at risk
. Las Vegas, United States June, July and August are very hot months. In the areas of Death Valley and in the desert, peaks of 50 ° are reached.
Thailand Rainy season, sultry heat and very humid, scarce sunshine. Typhoon and cyclone risk in some areas
Shanghai, China Typhoon risk in the eastern area from June to early November, with peaks in August and September. Sultry heat, abundant rainfall
