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Travel expert urges Brits to visit two countries both less than three hours away

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Published 20:30 13 May 2024 GMT+1

Travel expert urges Brits to visit two countries both less than three hours away

Instead of going to the trouble of deciding on a holiday destination, why not let travel expert Hannah Dorling decide for you?

Olivia Burke

Olivia Burke

Deciding on a destination for your holiday is often the hardest part of getting something booked, as there are plenty of factors to consider while debating where your summer trip would be best spent.

But if you fancy bypassing a bust-up with your travel companions this year, you could always just listen to the experts and let them help you settle on the perfect location to have a vacation.

Hannah Dorling has plenty of ideas up her sleeve for Brits seeking some sun on their bones and the best part is, her two top recommendations are both less than three hours away from the UK.

Promising a stay filled with sunshine and good food as well as interesting customs and traditions to get involved in, the travel and cruise expert says she has a couple of perfect places in mind for where holidaymakers should head.

And seen as though the Balearic Islands are introducing a booze ban between 9:30pm and 8am on top of the continuation of the ‘six drink rule’, Amsterdam have a 'stay away' campaign directed at us and Prague is also being a party pooper, it couldn't have come at a better time.

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According to Hannah, there's still a few places which would 'appreciate' visitors from the UK this summer.

She reckons that Brits holidaying in Portugal and Croatia would be welcomed with open arms, while both destinations will likely tick all the boxes for most tourists.

Speaking to the Express, Hannah said that in her experience, the pair of them are 'especially receptive to British travellers looking to unwind in idyllic settings'.

Croatia could be the ideal place for you to soak up the sun this summer (Getty Stock Photos)
Croatia could be the ideal place for you to soak up the sun this summer (Getty Stock Photos)

Although they are on opposite ends of Europe, the travel expert says that they share a lot of similarities and are a much better option than crowded holiday hotspots.

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She said: "With breathtaking scenery, delicious food, and friendly people, these countries provide the perfect antidote to crowded spots where appreciation for visitors has waned.

"Take Croatia - its glittering Adriatic coastline dotted with ancient walled towns captivates those seeking natural beauty combined with cultural immersion.

"Locals take pride in hospitality and delight in sharing their emerging destination with British guests. Reasonable prices plus outdoor adventures also attract visitors."

There's plenty to do in Croatia - I mean, even Bill Gates doesn't mind a mini-break there - such as visiting Dubrovnik’s old town, which Game of Thrones fans will recognise as one of the hit series favoured filming spots.

Hannah advises heading to the less popular places in Portugal to enjoy a relaxing break (Getty Stock Photos)
Hannah advises heading to the less popular places in Portugal to enjoy a relaxing break (Getty Stock Photos)

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With natural swimming pools, stunning scenery, vibrant wildlife and a host of tourist attractions to take in, there's plenty to do for everyone in this underrated nation.

The same goes for Portugal, Hannah says.

She continued: "Similarly, Portugal charms with postcard-worthy views and laidback charm. The Portuguese prioritise kindness and easily converse in English beyond stunning Lisbon."

As well as the more well known places where tourists flock to each year like the capital, there are a few hidden gems too.

There are a host of seaside villages in the Algarve where you can enjoy a good dose of R&R as well as 'mouthwatering seafood, wines, and pastries satisfying travellers' palates'.

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With picturesque beaches, a wealth of history and plenty of vino to make use of, a holiday in one of Portugal's less popular destinations could be just what the doctor ordered.

There's just one thing left to decide - Croatia or Portugal then?

Featured Image Credit: Getty Stock Photos

Topics: Travel, Holiday, World News, UK News

Olivia Burke
Olivia Burke

Olivia is a journalist at LADbible Group with more than five years of experience and has worked for a number of top publishers, including News UK. She also enjoys writing food reviews (as well as the eating part). She is a stereotypical reality TV addict, but still finds time for a serious documentary.

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