Coolcations: where to catch the breeze during Europe's hottest summer months
- By Simpson Travel
- 09 Jul 2026
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Created by our resort managers, destination experts and a handful of guest writers, our blogs distil decades of travel experience into a series of personal guides designed to inform and inspire as you plan your next trip. Take a virtual journey around our favourite places below, and discover personal insights, destination overviews and practical travel advice for families.
Stifling summer? Find our recommended beach destinations and villas for cooling sea breezes and comfortable nights Read more >
Why France is the ultimate easy summer option for holidays from the UK, and tips on how to book a last-minute holiday in France. Read more >
Discover our guide to the most-loved and must-see places in Zakynthos as well as more unusual activities that will take you further off the beaten track Read more >
The most important opinions are those of our guests... read what they have to say about summer so far... Read more >
Some places have that indefinable quality that makes people come back for a holiday year after year, and judging by our guest reviews and the people you meet in the local restaurants, Sivota – or Syvota – is one of those special places... Read more >
Visit Sivota and Epirus for beautiful beaches, astonishing UNESCO sites, mythical rivers and the world’s deepest gorge. Read more >
Discover the unique character of our favourite Turkey destinations, and why they are perfect for a last-minute holiday Read more >
If you’re a fan of gentle walks through nature at its most inspiring, mini voyages of discovery around a scenically stunning coastline, and star-gazing on soft summer evenings, Paxos offers some beautifully enriching experiences... think of it as a things-to-love list! Read more >
When you’re looking for a destination that combines easy access and authentic, exceptional hospitality with a luxury sheen, Greece continues to stand out as one of Europe’s most rewarding last-minute holiday choices. Read more >
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‘[Simpson Travel] specialise in the sort of magical, unspoilt destinations my family loves’ Author: The Telegraph
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‘So how did we find the near-perfect villa in Mallorca? The first step was to approach… Simpson Travel… we needed expertise, not just blinding choice.’ Author: Sunday Times Travel Magazine, The Villas Handbook
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‘Where Simpson [Exclusive] really excels is in its first-hand knowledge of properties and destinations’ Author: House & Garden
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‘Simpson [Exclusive] delivers holidays that combine sunshine, five-star luxury and friendly service’ Author: House & Garden
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Our stay was also infused with his thoughtful brand of hospitality, matched with that of the experienced tour operator (Simpson Travel). Author: Claire Irvin, The Times
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