10 TOP locations for a short trip in autumn

If you'd rather escape the cooler temperatures in autumn or simply crave a lively location for the weekend, you've come to the right place. To discover places that inspire, connect and move, these 10 hotspots are ideal for a weekend or short trip as a couple or single; in a group or alone.

Travel in Style - Hand Luggage ONLY

Want to make your weekend extra special in style? Travel with only the most important thing: Handluggage ONLY. A partner in crime - be it your sweetheart or your best buddy should not be missing! The following locations are a good two to four hours away by plane and offer charm, fun, good food and memories for a special kind of trip. City trips to cities or heading to southern regions will definitely make the short trip, very special.

Côte d'Azur - Jetset Lifestyle, hors saison bien sûr

The beautiful Jet Setter Coast has a mild climate even through the autumn months. Here you can enjoy the weekend to the fullest: Eateries in Nice's picturesque old town offer everything from fresh fish to seafood and Provençal rosé. The famous Promenade des Anglais is ideal for a tour - on foot or by bike. - Sea breeze guaranteed! The beach restaurants serve drinks, snacks and small meals until late in the evening. For those who want to experience an extensive and unforgettable breakfast, the Café de Paris directly in Monte Carlo is arguably a coveted address. As a centrally located hotel and ideal for all those who do not want to miss anything, the Hotel Villa Nice one of the best, but still secret addresses of Nice.

• Temperature in autumn: 20 - 25 degrees Celsius 
• Flight time from Central Europe: 1.5 - 2 hours

From Venice with Love! - Venice

Venice in autumn is a good time to enjoy the city without the crowds: a private gondola ride, the Bridge of Sighs, hundreds of canals and countless little bridges for you to stroll over Schatz. Desire for time out? In the winding alleyways, real Italian espresso with a slice of Venetian nougat cake is a great way to turn an already cool city trip into a sweet memory.   

• Temperature in autumn: 18 - 24 degrees Celsius
• Flight time from Central Europe: 1.5 - 2 hours

Dubrovnik - The Pearl of Croatia

The way to a man's heart is through his stomach. Dubrovnik is a hotspot for culinary fans and food hunters, especially in autumn. From 17 - 20 October 2019, the Mediterranean city will host the Good Food Festival. Regional specialties, romantic tête-à-tête dinners and countless workshops will immerse everyone in Croatian culinary delights. At Hotel Exelsiordirectly at the sea, it is not only a dreamlike place to spend the night, also spa and culinary delights are provided here. 

• Temperature in autumn: 22 - 26 degrees Celsius
• Flight time from Central Europe: 1.5 - 2 hours

Cinque Terre and surroundings - Discover Italy's unique fishing villages

You know it from countless, beautiful shots and photos: Cinque Terre. Nestled between rocks and sea, the village is one of the wildest and most breathtaking parts of the Ligurian Riviera. Every season is fascinating here. In autumn, calmer days make the village ideal, as the sea is pleasantly warm until the end of October. Nevertheless, it is almost impossible to explore the beauty of Cinque Terre in just one day. The village and the small neighbouring villages truly invite you to linger, stroll and relax. Listening to the birds chirping and the waves crashing with a glass of wine in hand is a dream, isn't it?

• Temperature in autumn: 20 - 25 degrees Celsius
• Flight time from Central Europe: 3 - 4 hours (depending on provider and availability)

London - remember Notting Hill?

Although London is also known as a fashion, architecture and finance hotspot, there are a few secret spots here that are MUST SEE and VISIT locations. Forget about the famous Hyde Park. Just 1 bus stop down the road, you'll find the tiny, tiny Holland Park. The easiest way to get there is on foot from Notting Hill Gate Station. With a little patience, you can also find the hotspot of this park after a short walk: Kyoto Garden. A tiny spot of the metropolis where you believe yourself to be in a beautiful Japanese garden. Water laps in the background while you make yourself comfortable on a bench. But for those who prefer to experience London classically, crazy cool places to party until dawn await in the Soho district, as well as high-end restaurants in the Mayfair, Kensington and Knightsbridge districts. Accommodation tip with London luxury guaranteed: the Blake's Hotel in the Kensington district. 

• Temperature in autumn: 16 - 20 degrees Celsius
• Flight time from Central Europe: 1.5 - 2 hours

Andalusia - Viva La España!

The Andalusian climate in autumn in Spain south offers the best opportunity to enjoy the sun on the beach, water sports activities or explore the scenic beauty inland. The Hotel Amadeus & La Musica in Seville is considered a special recommendation in the region. There's a piano in the foyer, a variety of string instruments on the walls, and CD players with classical music CDs in the rooms. The hotel is adorned with antiques throughout the interior. In the morning, breakfast is served on the rooftop terrace - views of the city's rooftops guaranteed. The main sights are just a few minutes walk from the hotel.

• Temperature in autumn: 20 - 25 degrees Celsius
• Flight time from Central Europe: 2 - 3 hours

Tel Aviv - lively multi-culti with a touch of the Orient

Tel Aviv is a multifaceted city with a wide range of offers for different interests. In addition to cultural attractions, small food, art and jewelry markets await travelers. Among them, the central "Carmel Market", the "Levinsky Market" for small bites and snacks and the "Old Jaffa Flea Market" for design and art lovers are particularly popular. Mild temperatures and wonderful weather conditions characterize the Israeli autumn. Therefore, the months of September and October are considered the ideal time to travel outside the peak tourist season. Ideal to see the many sights. 

• Temperature in autumn: 22 - 28 degrees Celsius
• Flight time from Central Europe: 3 - 4 hours

Green happiness - olive harvest in Tuscany

Tuscany is a hotspot for olive lovers in autumn, as the olive harvest takes place between October and March. The best place to stay is in a charming, small boutique hotel, such as the Tuscan "Badia di Pomaio"to take part in the harvest. Olives can be picked from the trees or you can watch how olive oil is extracted from them. Another insider tip in Tuscany - for all those who want to treat body and soul to some time out - is the Hotel "Agrivilla i pini. A fabulously beautiful hotel, nestled in the hilly landscape of Tuscany.

• Temperature in autumn: 18 - 24 degrees Celsius
• Flight time from Central Europe: 1.5 - 2 hours

Corsica - The island of beauty

Corsica, also called "L'ile de beauté" in French, is ideal for a tour of the island in autumn. The rush on beaches and accommodations is over, the sea has stored the heat of the summer and is still pleasantly warm for swimming. In the autumn months, the island offers not only peace and quiet, but also enough sun for hikers. Along the coast or in the hinterland of the island you can discover untouched forests and secret bays. The sightseeings of the island can be explored in autumn at pleasant temperatures; by the way, during this time, there are hotels at much cheaper prices than in the main season. The absolute dreamiest hotspot of the island is the hotel "Domaine Murtoli"which is a complex of several stone houses that can be rented individually and individually. - With or without boss, house lady and butler of course.

• Temperature in autumn: 20 - 26 degrees Celsius
• Flight time from Central Europe: 2 - 3 hours

Marrakech - 1001 Nights

Marrakech is considered a TOP location for all those who want to recharge their batteries with sun and vitamin D in autumn. In addition to bathing fun in the Riad or in the hotel, the oriental city also offers a lot of leisure activities: the Musée Yves Saint Laurent, as well as the Souk, the market in the southern center of the city. At Riad La Mamounia Orient and Moroccan tradition blend with ultimate luxury and refined modernity. 

• Temperature in autumn: 27 - 33 degrees Celsius
• Flight time from Central Europe: 3 - 4 hours

Picture credits: Matt Twyman, Luca Micheli, Thomas Haas, Shai Pal, Spencer Davis, Aaron van de Pol, Hendrik Cornelis, Dusan Smetana, Joan Oger