Are the major capitals of the world losing their allure? For travellers keen to move away from cookie-cutter itineraries, that may well be the case.
According to WorldHotels, a global brand of independent luxury and lifestyle hotels within the BWH Hotels portfolio, underdog destinations and lesser-known capital cities are emerging as compelling alternatives. These locations offer fewer crowds, but richer atmosphere and authentic glimpses into local culture and everyday life.
WorldHotels latest report finds that the rise in popularity among standout stays in lesser-known destinations reflects “a growing shift in modern travel”, where “travellers are moving beyond the world’s most overfamiliar city itineraries in search of places that feel more personal, more connected and more rewarding to explore”.
Are you looking to escape the crowded capitals this summer? Here are WorldHotels’ top picks in Europe.
The Netherlands: Arnhem and Gouda
