Copenhagen, Denmark

Climate: 20 to 22 °C, with 6 hours of sunshine a day and 12 days of rain a month

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Reason to book: If you are longing for a European destination with pleasant temperatures even in midsummer, you should consider the Danish capital. The pleasant temperatures make it one of the perfect destinations for a heat escape in August 2024. Canal cruises, sightseeing, Scandinavian food: What more could you want? The O/Days festival of music, design, drinks and food also takes place at the beginning of August.

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Where to stay: The brand new 25hours Hotel Paper Island is located just a few steps away from the trendy Nyhaven. Guests can feel like they are in a Danish summer house. The building is located on Christiansholm Island in the heart of the city. Guests can look forward to bike rental, the Nomad Day Bar, the Tiger Lily restaurant and exceptional design.

25hours Hotel Paper Island
Papirøen 25, 1436 København, Denmark
Tel: +45 70 77 07 01
Web: 25hours-hotels.com
Price: from € 265

Paros, Greece

Climate: 27 to 30 °C, with 13 hours of sunshine a day and 2 rainy days a month

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Reason to book: Although Paros, with its white houses and blue doors, is the epitome of the Cyclades islands, it has so far been spared mass tourism. Travelers can still experience a largely authentic part of Greece here. The old town, Paraika, offers numerous pretty cafés and boutiques. Beautiful beaches, the fishing village of Naoussa, Lefkes, the Valley of the Butterflies and boat trips to Antiparos provide plenty of variety.

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Where to stay: The Villa Santhia by The Thinking Traveler impresses with its view of the glittering sea and the spacious pool. Other highlights include wonderful terraces, plenty of space and access to the sandy beach through the garden gate. Up to 14 guests can enjoy a wonderful break here.

Villa Santhia
Chrisi Akti, Paros
Tel: + 44 (0)20 7377 8518
Web: thethinkingtraveller.com
Price: on request

Edinburgh, Scotland

Climate: 18 to 20 °C, with 6 hours of sunshine a day and 15 days of rain a month

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Reason to book: The pleasant climate makes Edinburgh one of the cooler destinations in August 2024, ideal for exploring the historical streets of the city. Or you can also wander through the wonderful nature in the surrounding area. Another argument is the Edinburgh Fringe Festival from August 2 to 26. It's the largest arts and culture festival in the world.

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Where to stay: It's considered one of the most impressive buildings in the entire city: The Balmoral. As part of the Rocco Forte empire, it naturally offers its guests every conceivable luxury, plenty of service and unique culinary delights. In the spa, you can be pampered according to every trick in the book.

The Balmoral
1 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 2EQ, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 131 556 2414
Web: roccofortehotels.com
Price: from € 900

Kruger National Park, South Africa

Climate: 26 to 28 °C, with 9 hours of sunshine a day and 2 rainy days a month

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Reason to book: Summer in South Africa? Why not! Although it can get hot during the day, it's a dry heat. This and the fact that it cools down pleasantly at night make the temperatures very easy to bear. It's also dry season. This means that the animals regularly gather around the waterholes. Simply ideal for safaris!

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Where to stay: A decommissioned train, luxuriously furnished and permanently parked on the historic Shalati Bridge, is home to a truly extraordinary hotel: Kruger Shalati. The train once ran in the park, but now offers first-class suites with a view of the national park. A restaurant, spa treatments and a small pool are also part of the Kruger Shalati.

Kruger Shalati
Kruger National Park, Selati Bridge Precint, Skukuza, 1350, South Africa
Tel: +27 66 159 9972
Web: krugershalati.com
Price: from € 670

Fiji, Oceania

Climate: 22 to 29 °C, with 8 hours of sunshine a day and 1 rainy day a month

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Reason to book: Fiji is also in the dry season in August. So you can enjoy bright sunshine, pleasant warmth and unadulterated vacation pleasures. The Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands are just as inviting as the Coral Coast for snorkeling adventures in the colourful underwater world. Surfers can enjoy bombastic waves and those interested in culture and food will also get their money's worth.

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Where to stay: The private island resort COMO Laucala Island plays all the pieces in terms of luxury. There's a spa, tennis courts, restaurants and bars, a fleet of 13 boats, Wi-Fi, a golf course, a horse stable and a dive center. The island, known for its iconic glass pool under tall palm trees, can be reached by a private plane or boat. Those landing at Nadi International Airport will be picked up by the own King Air B300 propeller plane.

COMO Laucala Island
Laucala Island, Fiji
Tel.: +679 888 0077
Web: comohotels.com
Price: on request