Travel Tidbits - Coolcation

 Let’s be real—some like it hot, but others are ready to swap sunburns for sweater weather. If you are over the scorching summer scene, consider to the magic of a Coolcation. Think fresh air, glacier hikes, misty mountains, and cozy fire-lit evenings.

Coolcations rock because they allow you to avoid summer crowds, they keep you fit with thrilling adventure and they're highly Instagrammable. Here's a roundup of ideas!

1. Iceland – The Land of Fire & Ice

Why Go: Midnight sun, black sand beaches, and epic glaciers.
​Cool Factor: Soak in the Blue Lagoon, hike behind waterfalls, and chase the Northern Lights.
​Insider Experience: Private super jeep tour through the Icelandic highlands + picnic by a hidden geothermal spring.

2. Patagonia, Argentina & Chile

Why Go: Remote, rugged beauty and jaw-dropping landscapes.
​Cool Factor: Trek to the base of Mount Fitz Roy, cruise past glaciers, and explore Torres del Paine.
​Insider Experience: Stay in a luxe eco-lodge with guided hikes, wine tastings, and stargazing.

3. Faroe Islands – The Hidden Nordic Gem

Why Go: Dramatic cliffs, puffin colonies, and fog-draped villages.
​Cool Factor: Waterfall chasing, village-hopping, and some of the freshest seafood on earth.
​Insider Experience: Private boat tour to sea caves + traditional Faroese home-cooked dinner.

4. The Dolomites, Italy

Highlights: Alpine beauty with Italian flair—cool air, hiking, and spa resorts.
​Do This: Hike or e-bike from hut to hut, explore chic mountain towns like Cortina d’Ampezzo.
​Special Experience: Sunrise yoga followed by a chef-prepared mountain breakfast with 360° views.

5. Scottish Highlands

Highlights: Misty moors, ancient castles, and whisky by the fire.
​Do This: Road trip the North Coast 500, explore Isle of Skye, visit distilleries.
​Special Experience: Private falconry session on a castle estate followed by a whisky pairing.

6. Lapland (Finland, Sweden, Norway)

Highlights: Arctic beauty, reindeer encounters, and cozy glass igloos.
​Do This: Hike through endless forests, canoe under the midnight sun, explore Sami culture.
​Special Experience: Private reindeer farm visit with outdoor fire dinner in a traditional kota.

7. Northern Japan (Tohoku & Hokkaido)

Highlights: Cooler temps, fewer crowds, lush green forests, onsen towns.
​Do This: Hike Daisetsuzan National Park, explore volcanic landscapes, soak in hot springs.
​Special Experience: Private stay in a ryokan with kaiseki dinner and a guide to local sake breweries.