When summer heats up, travelers are already thinking about cooler destinations for early fall months. Even with crowds hanging around in September, travelers can find seclusion in several destinations across the globe. Please find a list below for great September escapes:
Cavtat & Dubrovnik, Croatia – Secluded Luxury on the Adriatic
The bustling crowds of Dubrovnik’s charming cobblestone streets begin to dwindle in September, which means shorter lines for major attractions like the Dubrovnik City Walls, Rector’s Palace and the cable car to Mount Srđ. Travelers seeking a quiet and luxurious stay amidst the Adriatic coastline should look to Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik, a state-of-the-art seaside retreat carved into the cliffside. For those seeking a more off-the-beaten path getaway, travelers should take a quick journey to Cavtat, a city located just south of Dubrovnik. Resembling St. Tropez without the crowds, Cavtat offers a peaceful retreat brimming with beautiful promenades, churches, museums, outdoor restaurants, beaches and waterfront views. For accommodations, travelers should seek out Hotel Supetar Cavtat, a boutique hotel with only 16 rooms housed in an original 1920s private villa.
Oslo, Norway – Artistic Nordic Journey
September marks the transition from summer to autumn in Norway, which makes it a pleasant time of year to experience the beauty of the Nordic landscape. Throughout the country, the foliage will turn to stunning shades of orange and yellow, especially in the forests and mountains. For art aficionados, Up Norway has a new partnership with Kistefos.The art-infused dining experience gives travelers exclusive access to the architectural wonder known as “The Twist.” By late September, Norway’s famed Northern Lights will also start to peek through in the northern regions of the country, such as Tromsø and the Lofoten Islands. The aurora borealis is weather dependent, but visiting at this time increases your chances of witnessing this spectacular natural phenomenon. For those seeking immersion in Norwegian nature, culture and art, Up Norway’s Lofoten Islands and Manshausen Sea Cabins offers an epic adventure in the Arctic Circle. Travelers stay in stunning seaside cabins in Manshausen with panoramic views while they explore the surrounding areas each day.
Riviera Nayarit, Mexico – Quick Labor Day Escape
With Labor Day on the horizon, travelers seeking a short getaway can escape to all-inclusive luxury on Mexico’s glistening Pacific Coast for the long weekend. Hugging Banderas Bay, Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit soothes the weary traveler seeking an escape from the everyday with tranquil ocean views and new wellness offerings. Resort guests can maintain their healthy routine and diet with the anti-inflammatory in-suite dining experience, inclusive of flavorful and nutritious dishes. Whether plunging into the infinity pool, luxuriously dining in-suite, snorkeling and diving in nearby reefs or playing a round of championship golf, the resort offers everything one can ask for on a relaxing yet fulfilling beach retreat.
Rome, Italy – A Late Italian Summer
Experience the best of an Italian summer, sans the blistering heat and chaotic crowds, with a trip to Rome in September. This time of year is ideal for the traveler wanting to experience al-fresco dining at the city’s quaint cafes and leisurely strolls outdoors with sunny yet comfortable weather. A must-see this time of year are the luxurious Borghese, Vatican, Tivoli and other private gardens around the city, which can be expertly toured with Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese’s Gardens of Rome package in collaboration with Stendhal Tours. The tour, inclusive of all transportation and five night accommodations at the luxurious Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese, whisks guests around the city’s elegant and historical gardens with exclusive access to visits with private villa owners and noted horticulturists.
Mendoza, Argentina – Spring Adventures
September marks the beginning of the spring season in Argentina. Wine and relaxation merge at SB Winemaker’s House & Spa Suites, where guests experience in-suite spa treatments, saunas, soaking tubs and more curated by renowned winemaker Susana Balbo. The Wine & Wellness Immersion experience combines the best of wine and wellness at the House, featuring exclusive dinners at Michelin Recommended La VidA Restaurant, a vinotherapeutic SB Wellness Deluxe detox ritual, and an insiders winery tour and tasting at Balbo’s bodega.
Choose Your Own Adventure with Luxury Homes around the World
Travelers ready to embark on their own adventure can customize their trip with HomeExchange Collection, an elite home exchange community with over 4,000 luxury homes across 70 countries. A members-only program, travelers can immerse themselves in local cultures and luxurious surroundings with advice and refined homes provided by the online HomeExchange community. Hot-spots in September include Munich for the start of Oktoberfest, Venice for the tail end of the film festival, fashion week in NYC, London, Milan, Paris, and Japan’s “city of water,” Osaka, for a getaway during the wet season.
