Sicily's Cefalu offers genuineness. The historic fishing harbor and lovely old town are there. The medieval community features a beautiful cathedral and one of the island's nicest beaches.
Somewhat overshadowed by Amsterdam, The Hague is now coming into its own. And it’s easy to see why, with a clutch of impressive museums, incredible restaurants and bars.
Foix can easily rival Carcassonne when it comes to fortified European cities, yet it’s far lesser known. Expect a marvelous medieval castle and a jaw-dropping setting at the foot of the Pyrenees.
With Lake Bled and Ljubljana now firmly embedded on the tourist map, other parts of Slovenia find it their time to shine. The Vipava Valley is a prime example and can easily rival Tuscany’s scenery.
American travel writer Bill Bryson cannot get enough of Durham – and he’s not the only one. This relatively unknown UK city is far lesser known than neighboring York.
This small port is historically significant as it was once a major crossroads between the Ottoman Empire and the Venetian Republic.
Castelmezzano can be found nestled among the Dolomiti Lucane mountain range, and you can even take a thrilling zipline ride from here to the neighboring village of Pietrapertosa.
Another of Italy’s best-kept secrets is Sirmione. This 13th-century fortress town sits by Lake Garda and is blessed by natural spa waters.