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The 10 best destinations for your summer sun holiday 

Written on : 07 March 2025
By : Alexis Steinman
The 10 best destinations for your summer sun holiday 

Looking for a summer of sun and escape? Discover our selection of the 10 most beautiful destinations for your summer holidays. Whether it be with family or friends, find idyllic beaches, turquoise waters, must-see World Heritage sites and sumptuous villas for an unforgettable experience.

This top-10 list is created by our customers, who return to these destinations every year for their summer holidays. Whether you're looking for adventure, heritage, wild beauty, or stunning seaside walks, these places will satisfy all your cravings.

Ibiza: A popular destination for summer parties and beaches

Ibiza: A popular destination for summer parties and beaches

Ibiza is a spellbinding island where idyllic beaches and secret coves mingle with a lively nightlife. Its unique atmosphere appeals as much to idlers as to party-lovers who crave drinks by the pool. Between unspoilt nature and iconic sites, Ibiza offers travellers an unforgettable escape under the Mediterranean sun. Summer is high season so book your Villanovo villa early to ensure you get your first choice.

Our clients recommend these villas in Ibiza:

Île de Ré: Familial beaches and cycling for your summer breaks

Île de Ré: Familial beaches and cycling for your summer breaks

The ideal destination for a family summer holiday, Île de Ré seduces travellers with its charming towns, long sandy beaches and numerous cycle paths. Visit this island of authentic charm, where unspoilt nature and an easygoing lifestyle guarantee an unforgettable getaway.

Where to go for a summer holiday with family? Île de Ré villas:

Hikes, beaches, and spectacular landscapes in Corsica

Hikes, beaches, and spectacular landscapes in Corsica

The relaxed luxury of Corsica can be found along its dream beaches and its magnificent hikes in nature reserves classified as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Nicknamed the Isle of Beauty, Corsica's lush vegetation and wildlife spotting make it a great choice for nature and adventure lovers. The island's wild beauty really shines in sunny July and August. 

Our selection of exceptional villas in Corsica: 

The Algarve: Between majestic coastal landscapes and golf

The Algarve: Between majestic coastal landscapes and golf

The Algarve is a great choice for an oceanfront getaway due to its impressive cliffs, golden beaches and magnificent golf courses. Home to a wide choice of water sports and family-friendly attractions, this southern region of Portugal is a real favourite for where to go for a sunny summer holiday.

Our clients' favourite villas in the Algarve: 

Provence: Where to go this summer in France in July & August?

Provence: Where to go this summer in France in July & August?

Provence is an ideal summer destination for nature lovers and gourmets, thanks to its colourful markets, hilltop villages and lavender fields in the magical hinterland that is so typical to the south of France. Come and discover this magnificent region!

Our selection of luxury villas in Provence:

Where to go for 2025 summer holidays on the Côte d'Azur

Where to go for 2025 summer holidays on the Côte d'Azur

Why not enjoy an unforgettable summer holiday without leaving France? Synonymous with chic, a blissful climate, and festivities, the Côte d'Azur welcomes sun-worshippers with postcard-perfect beaches. Pair them with the wealth of cultural attractions that are peppered along the coast.

The most beautiful villas on the French Riviera:

The Costa Brava: Picturesque coves and Catalan culture

The Costa Brava: Picturesque coves and Catalan culture

Home to wild coves and an enchanting Mediterranean ambience, the Costa Brava region is an ideal destination for combining relaxation, adventure and cultural discovery in July and August. Choose from a wide range of attractions like a 12th-century monastery and a colourful museum dedicated to Salvador Dali. 

Where to book a summer holiday on the Costa Brava?

Mykonos: A must-do summer beach trip to the Greek Islands

Mykonos: A must-do summer beach trip to the Greek Islands

Greece's emblematic island in the Cyclades, Mykonos, is renowned for its festive nightlife, sandy beaches and white houses with blue shutters as far as the eye can see. Home to a wealth of restaurants, Mykonos is a great choice for tasting Greek cuisine at its finest 

Our villas with a view of the sea or in the countryside on Mykonos: 

The Amalfi Coast: The best place to experience Italian culture on holiday

The Amalfi Coast: The best place to experience Italian culture on holiday

The Amalfi Coast region in Italy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers breathtakingly spectacular scenery, from sheer cliffs to authentic hilltop villages. Situated in the south of the country near the bustling city of Naples, this region is packed with historic towns and timeless must-see sites.

Exceptional villas on the Amalfi Coast: 

Crete: A sunny destination with history for your summer holiday

Crete: A sunny destination with history for your summer holiday

A paradise rich in history and a once-in-a-lifetime destination, Crete's splendid beaches, mouth-watering cuisine, and natural wonders like Samaria National Park are sure to enchant. Travel back in time to Antiquity at its historic sites to discover authentic local traditions.

Our clients recommend these places to stay in Crete: 

Villanovo: Exceptional stays and luxury concierge service

Our exclusive collection for your family summer holidays 

Whether you're looking for a holiday in France or abroad, Villanovo offers you a vast catalogue of luxury villas in the most pleasant destinations in summer. Each has been carefully selected by our team of travel insiders to give you exclusive access to the best rentals. Whether you prefer a villa by the sea or in an intimate setting in the countryside, there are a multitude of facilities available. Choose from large gardens, swimming pools, a house staff, a spa and so much more.

Contact us for a personalised selection of villas created just for you.

A unique experience with Villanovo in top 2025 holiday destinations

Our attentive concierges take care of all the details so you can focus on your summer holiday in July and August. This personalised service tailors each trip to your needs, whether you require reservations for excursions to must-see sites, booking for a boat trip, car hire, a private chef, childcare, and more. Finally, Villanovo provides its guests with insider recommendations including wonderful travel guides to many destinations.