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2. Ksamil, Albania

Image: Aleksandar Todorovic
Image: Aleksandar Todorovic (Shutterstock)

Okay Sun Gods and Goddesses, this one’s for you. Travel to Ksamil for its crystalline waters, snorkeling, scuba diving, or just settle down to sunbathe on the sandy shores at one of the well-known beaches including Pasqyra Beach, Ksamil Beach, and Xhino Beach.

For hidden gems you can’t find anywhere else, head to the Blue Eye, a natural spring 150 feet deep located about 20 miles from Ksamil or travel to Butrint National Park, a historical site stretching back to the ancient Greeks. It was a staple of defense but also a vacation destination for the Romans, including Julius Caesar. 

The best time to travel to Ksamil is during the summer months when the weather hovers around 80 degrees Fahrenheit.