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3 “Detour Destinations” to Check Out on Your Next European Getaway

by Mary Melnick

Nov 25, 2024

Orvieto, Umbria, Italy © minnystock | Dreamstime.com

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In Expedia’s recent Unpack ‘25: The Trends, detour destinations are on the rise, with more travelers seeking unique daytrip destinations to add on to original trip itineraries. Sixty-three percent of participants reported they want to visit a detour destination on their next vacation. Are you one of them? Here are four popular destinations to add to your next European getaway:

Add Evian-les-Bains, France, to Your Geneva Trip

Travelers booking a trip to Geneva should consider adding Evian-les-Bains, France, to the itinerary. Located an hour away from the center of Geneva, Evian-les-Bains offers the ultimate wellness and relaxation destination. Enjoy scenic boat rides; stroll along the charming streets; and relax at the recently opened evian Spa, located in the 5-star Palace, Hôtel Royal. The new spa is evian Spa’s first in Europe and features an indoor and outdoor pool, hot and cold plunge pools, a sauna, steam room, and snow room. The spa also recently announced Yog’apnee, a new wellness experience that is a combination of a yoga session and static freediving training session, which helps participants explore new sensations and achieve a deep feeling of calmness.

Tack on Umbria, Italy, to Your Rome Vacation

Just a two-hour car ride from Rome, Umbria, Italy, is surrounded by stunning mountains and bright fields of sunflowers. Umbria is the perfect destination for explorers, adventurers, foodies and art lovers thanks to its range of activities and landmarks such as Perugina Museum, Orvieto’s cathedral and Lake Trasimeno. Make sure to stop at medieval towns like Passignano and Castiglione del Lago around Lake Trasimeno. If your trip entails an overnight stay, check out onefinestay’s luxurious rental homes such as Mariella or Villa Rosetta.

Consider Italy’s Piedmont Region During Your Milan Travels

Nestled between the cities of Tirin and Aosta, and just an hour drive from Milan, Sina Villa Matilde offers a unique getaway filled with delicious food and wine, culture, and history in the Piedmont region. Let this historic residence be your home base as you explore the Piedmont region. The residence is home to 43 rooms and suites, and features indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, biking experiences, and much more.

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