Chasing Summer

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“August rain: the best of the summer gone, and the new fall not yet born. The odd uneven time.”?Sylvia Plath, The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath

Summer 2018 is over in the northern hemisphere, fall is not yet begun, but you don’t have to miss out on the blue skies and the warm sun. A lot of us are feeling that “odd uneven time” right now too, so this is a reminder that outside of the typical westernized box, there are places that will ensconce you in warmth while opening you up to new sights, tastes and smells.

Here are five fall travel destinations where the weather is just right!

If you need a “next trip” on the calendar to get through the uneven time, we’ve curated a multi-stop trip so you can keep chasing that white hot dream of yours.

Or, looking to plan a honeymoon to warmer shores? We have a guide for that, too.

Rabat, Morocco

Once a well-known pirate haven, Rabat is now the charming capital city of Morocco. Surf the seas, venture through the Medina, sip the Moroccan mint teas, and try out tagine. Herbs and spices are used abundantly and subtly in the local cuisine, so be sure to sample liberally! We love Rabat because it’s far less touristy compared to other Moroccan cities.

Cafés
Cafe Paul La Déliciosa Hôtel Terminus Rooftop

Restaurants
O’Goethe 2.0 Café Miramar Le Ziryab

Drinks
La Bodega Toro Loco Hotel Sofitel Lounge Sens Club

Things To Do
Old Medina Kasbah des Oudaias Hassan Tower

Nearby Escapes
Marrakech Fes Tangier

Lisbon, Portugal

With cobblestone walkways and ancient ruins covering Lisbon’s trademark seven hills, your camera arm will be busy while here. A foodie’s paradise, Lisbon is also famous for its rowdy and vivacious nightlife scene. Check out Bairro Alto of an evening. Snap some photos from the famous miradouros (terrace viewpoints) and enjoy wandering the alleys and walk-able streets.

Cafés
Hello, Kristof Fabrica Imperial Casa Independente

Restaurants
A Cevicheria Cervejaria Ramiro Petiscaria Ideal

Drinks
Foxtrot Pavilhão Chinês Topo Chiado

Things To Do
Elevador de Santa Justa Torre de Belem Vasco da Gama Bridge

Nearby Escapes
Porto Alentejo Sintra

Split, Croatia

Roman ruins, white sandy beaches, crystal blue water, rocky coves of nearby islands, Mediterranean cuisine; Split is overlooked by mountains and edged by the deep blue Adriatic Sea. Skip the high tourist season and soak up some summer vibes this fall.

Cafés
Kavana Procaffe Vidilica Olive Tree

Restaurants
ZOI Bokeria Chops Grill

Drinks
Central the Club Joe’s Beach Lounge & Bar Vanilla Club

Things To Do
Cliff Jumping Island Hopping Cetina River White Water Rafting

Nearby Escapes
Hvar Dubrovnik Brac

Barcelona, Spain

The second largest city in Spain, Barcelona is the tourist capital of the country and also the largest city on the entire Mediterranean. Top rated tapas, inexpensive high-quality wine, Barcelona is filled with boundless culture and fabled architecture. Wander down vivacious Las Ramblas over to Sagrada Familia – Gaudi’s famous cathedral; this city has something for everyone!

Cafés
Satan’s Coffee Corner Nomad Coffee Lab Cafe Cometa

Restaurants
El Chigre Bacaro Cañete

Drinks
Dr. Stravinski Bitter Cocktail Bar Libertine

Things To Do
Museo del Fútbol Club Barcelona Gaudi’s Work La Barceloneta

Nearby Escapes
Formentera Costa Brava Sitges

Medellín, Colombia

Medellín’s impressive skyline is the filigree of a sophisticated commercial center with a passionate Latino pulse. Half metropolis and half natural resource, jagged peaks enclose the city at the heart of a dramatic valley. Energy and innovation are the name of the game in Medellín. This city is a hot spot for fine dining, trendy bars and, of course, world-class coffee.

Cafés
Cafe Velvet Cafe Al Alma Cafe Zeppelin

Restaurants
Restaurante Mondongo’s El Poblado Herbario Restaurante Carmen

Drinks
3 Cordilleras Brewery Panorama Rooftop Bar Dulce Jesus Mio

Things To Do
Comuna 13 Parque Lleras Museo Casa de la Memoria

Nearby Escapes
Guatapé Cartagena Santa Marta