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Looking for a change of scenery for a weekend? Tired of long and tiring trips? The destinations that the
Little Wise Guy has selected are made for you! At less than 3 hours flight from Paris, they are ideal for a sunny city-trip! No more jet lag or the stress of long-haul flights! Arm yourself with a good book or one (or even two) movies and the trip will go by faster! From
Barcelona to Dubrovnik, here are our ten favorites of the summer located less than 3 hours from Paris to get a change of scenery!
N°10 - Hammamet, heading for the Cap Bon © milda79
If its tourist vocation is no longer to be proven,
Hammamet remains a destination of choice in
Tunisia . Relaxation and well-being will be the order of the day on one of the town's many dream beaches. The white medina with its colourful doors is the ideal place to stroll and refresh yourself. Every year in summer, the city hosts the internationally renowned Hammamet Music and Art Festival in its amphitheatre overlooking the sea. This year it will take place from 8 July to 26 August, enjoy it!
N°9 - Palma de Majorca, relax in the Balearic Islands © Sanniely - istock
In less than 2 hours (1h50 precisely!), the
Balearic Islands and their sumptuous beaches are yours to discover! With its ideal temperatures in summer and its varied landscapes, from the coast to the interior, the archipelago is a destination for relaxation and discovery very accessible from Europe.
Palma de Mallorca is a city rich in history, coveted by many peoples over the centuries for its strategic geographical position. Its architecture testifies to its splendor: its cathedral facing the sea is a true masterpiece.
N°8 - Barcelona, the beautiful Catalan© Valery Egorov
How to introduce
Barcelona , the city that conquers the hearts of its visitors every year? Highly colorful, it is home to the most beautiful examples of Gaudì's architecture: its Güell Park is a real enchantment and what can we say about the famous Sagrada Familia, still unfinished to this day? But Barcelona is also famous among night owls who will be able to
enjoy tapas all evening before tasting the Barcelona atmosphere in one of the many nightclubs. A perfect blend of culture, beach and party, Barcelona has all the ingredients for a successful vacation!
N°7 - Ajaccio and the unmissable South Corsica© thomathzac23
The island of Beauty seduces for its natural landscapes and its legendary hospitality. The Corsicans are proud of their region, and we understand them!
Ajaccio , the birthplace of the famous Napoleon, is the ideal base for a stay in the south of the island. The paradisiacal beaches of
Porto-Vecchio , the landscapes of the Alta Rocca, the seabed of the Lavezzi islands or the sunsets on the Sanguinaires archipelago will fill your eyes after only 1h38 of flight!
N°6 - Dubrovnik, pearl of the Adriatic© janoka 82
Did you know that the Adriatic is one of the bluest and cleanest seas in Europe? Bathed by this clear water and shaded by many pine trees,
Dubrovnik is ideal for summer vacations. It is also a very charming walled city, full of history. You should take the time to discover it, to stroll on its ramparts, to admire its houses with pink tiles offered by the City of Toulouse after the war in ex-Yugoslavia: you will find many treasures there at only 2h15 flight!
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It's hard not to fall in love with this small archipelago which is home to as many stories as splendid landscapes. Although there are few sandy beaches,
Malta is full of small secret coves that are a delight for divers and hikers. After a 2h40 flight, you will arrive in
Valletta , a fascinating medieval city where it is good to get lost in the narrow streets. European Capital of Culture in 2018, the Maltese capital will be in the spotlight for several months. The excitement is already palpable!
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The north of
Portugal is a destination known for its natural landscapes, dotted with rivers and valleys favorable to culture. It is here that the famous port wine is produced in the eponymous city! In
Porto , life is sweet. A boat trip on the river will give you the proof. It is also an opportunity to admire the city from another point of view, passing under its six majestic bridges, including the famous
Maria Pia bridge designed by Gustave Eiffel. No doubt, Porto is ideal for a
city break!
N°3 - Tirana and the Albanian Riviera© Aleksandar Todorovic
We already knew the Italian and the French... But the Albanian riviera is not in rest! To the south of Tirana, the capital of
Albania , which can be reached by a 2.5 hour flight from Paris, is
Vlora , which marks the point of passage between the Adriatic Sea and the Ionian Sea. It is ideal for a few days of relaxation at the beach. The riviera extends to Saranda, a famous seaside town. Its bay is splendid, especially the beach of Kakome with the
island of Corfu in the background.
No2 © bortnikau Thessaloniki is certainly less mythical than
Athens , the capital of
Greece , but it is just as dynamic! The numerous universities and the flourishing cultural offer give this city a remarkable vitality! The surroundings are of great natural beauty: the peninsula of Chacildique, with its transparent water, is the ideal spot to refresh yourself, the archaeological sites of Pella and Vergina allow you to walk on the footsteps of Alexander the Great.
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With its warm and clear water and its preserved nature,
Sardinia has everything of a small paradise! This Italian island with a special status is marked by its culture and its diverse and varied landscapes. The Costa Smeralda, home to the international jet set, contrasts sharply with the picturesque mid-mountain areas. Whether you choose the north of the island, arriving in Olbia, or the south, via Cagliari, Sardinia will seduce you in less than three hours!
Visit even more destinations with a prestige cruise
As you have seen, there are sunny destinations only 3 hours by plane from Paris. You can go to Corsica, Barcelona, the Balearic Islands or Porto. Once there, if you feel like having new experiences and discovering other corners of paradise, it is possible to take a
luxury cruise . Indeed, you can spend a week or more on a luxury cruise ship to relax and enjoy the unique surroundings.
If you decide to go on a prestige cruise, you can benefit from top-of-the-range services like in a 5-star hotel, but with a heavenly view. During your stay on board, you can take advantage of the facilities on site to relax and take your mind off things. Most of the time, you will be able to enjoy a swimming pool and a spa to relieve your tensions. After this moment, just for you, you can go to the gourmet restaurant on site, or for more intimacy, you can enjoy your meal on your private terrace.
Of course, many excursions are available to visit several destinations in one trip.
