Best Destinations for Escaping the Crowds

Maybe you’re looking for a fun trip to use your tax refund on, or maybe you just want to get away from it all and have a nice vacation. For some, crowded cities and busy nightlife are what makes a vacation great. For others, it brings stress and they want something less busy and more secluded. Today we’re featuring some of the best destinations you can go to for a great vacation without the crowds.

1.      Negril, Jamacia has a small population and a large resort. It has amazing beaches to explore, a four mile long beach in fact, so even if the destination gets busy there’s still plenty of room to breathe. If you want more than sunbathing and swimming, you can snorkel, get pampered in the resort, or even go cliff diving! It’s a beautiful destination that offers tons of fun with less of the crowds.

2.      Sicily, Italy is a great way to still experience Italy without the crowds you will find in Rome or Venice. It can get more crowded in spring and fall, making it an amazing summer destination. There’s plenty of ruins to explore, museums to visit, and even an active volcano if you’re feeling adventurous!

3.      Sandbridge Beach, Virginia is the perfect destination for you if you’ve dreamed of the beauty of Virginia Beach but bristled at the crowds. Virginia Beach is indeed beautiful, but it is extremely crowded in the summer. Sandbridge is only 15 or so miles from the big resorts, offering you the same beautiful beaches in a more secluded location. You won’t get the big fancy resorts here, but you’ll get the solitude.

4.      Warsaw, Poland is an extremely underrated destination. While it is of course a big city, you won’t find the crowds here that you would find in London or Paris. Warsaw has a great deal of history, and plenty of museums that will allow you to discover that history. While many historic buildings were destroyed during the war there’s still a few standing that you can visit.

5.      Naperville, Illinois is the place for you if you love fine dining and shopping but don’t want to brave the crowds of Chicago. And if you want to take a day trip to Chicago, you can get there by train from Naperville, eliminating the stress of driving and parking. Once you tire of the many stores and restaurants, check out the historic Naperville Settlement or the scenic river walk.

6.      Cardiff, Wales may be a city, but it’s spread out enough that you’ll never feel claustrophobic. If you’re a fan of British TV, many shows are filmed here so there’s tons of great walking tours. If you’re not don’t worry, because there’s plenty of other things to do! Cardiff Bay is on the water with plenty of restaurants and shops, and Cardiff Castle is a beautiful place to explore. Plus it’s only a short train ride away from other cities in Wales.

7.      Rwanda, Africa is the place to go if you love nature. There’s too many natural wonders and too much biodiversity to list here, but we will give you a sample. See the Volcanoes National Park, travel through a rain forest, get close to gorillas, and observe giraffes. Plus if you want to relax after adventuring, there’s lovely resort towns to stay in. With so much nature you won’t be surrounded by crowds of people.

8.      South Dakota offers plenty of nature if you’re not feeling adventurous enough to travel to Africa. The Badlands National Park is reason enough to go. If you enjoy caves, stunning mountains, and small towns, this state has tons to offer without the huge crowds you’ll find at more popular state destinations.

9.      Bath, England offers beautiful architecture and history without the crowds you’ll find in London. The city has tons of places to visit, but rarely feels crowded. The Roman Baths are reason enough to go, and the spas will make it hard to leave. If you’re looking for a more relaxed, laid-back European destination, Bath will still give you the history without the busy pace.

10.   Door County, Wisconsin is called the “Cape Cod of the Midwest”, and for good reason. With beautiful views of Lake Michigan, spectacular shopping, the famous cherry pie, and few crowds, this destination gives you a luxurious beach feel without the headaches. Whether you want to relax and shop or hike and explore, you’ll be satisfied with a trip here.

      With so many beautiful destinations, you don’t need to force yourself to the “Big Name” travel destinations if the crowds will ruin the trip for you. So try one of these places out. You won’t regret it!