May is a favorite month for many, as winter is long gone and there is almost summer in the air. Light clothing gradually becomes everyday wear, reminding you of a wonderful vacation with endless sunny days and fragrant nights. May is not yet the high season at the world's major resorts, so you can avoid overcrowded traffic on the roads, high prices for accommodation and food, and crowded beaches. May provides the most comfortable weather conditions for travel, so all that remains is to choose the right resort for an unforgettable vacation.
1. Dodecanese, Greece
Think of the Greek islands, filled with amazing painted houses against the blue Aegean Sea, ancient ruins and small fishing villages. For a real taste of Greek life, visit the volcanic island of Nisyros in May, as it is surprisingly welcoming to tourists and home to many artists.
2. Tuscany and Florence, Italy
If you're not already head over heels in love with Italy, a trip to Tuscany will make you a true fan of the sunny country in the center of the Mediterranean. The birthplace of the Italian language is full of UNESCO World Heritage sites, medieval country houses, and ancient cities. Tuscany is not only a living, breathing museum, but is also famous for its dry red Chianti wine, vineyards, Tuscan hills, and the coastal region of Maremma. Italy's capital, Florence, is warm enough in May to stroll around in a sundress and eat ice cream.
3 Malta
Tucked between Sicily and Tunisia, Malta is renowned for its delicious European and African cuisine. The weather on the tiny archipelago (including Gozo) starts to warm up in May, meaning holidays this month can be spent on sandy beaches in hidden coves, swimming in turquoise lagoons or exploring ancient ruins and quaint fishing villages. Maltese food, with its Mediterranean influences, is a delight. A must-try is honey-glazed rabbit. Wine bars hidden in winding alleys make you feel like you’re in a museum.
4. Tel Aviv
Party city Tel Aviv comes alive in May, when all the parties go outdoors and the beach season opens. Those looking for a mix of history and culture should head to Jaffa, the old part of the city, where souvenir shops are housed in historic buildings with ancient stone walls.
5. Istanbul
May for Turkey – it’s real summer. The last month of spring is the best time to visit Istanbul, which is a wonderful combination of European and Asian cultures. Here, bazaars buzz with an abundance of all kinds of goods and enthusiastic sellers, which are located next to galleries of modern art. Sunrise and sunset call for prayer. The religiosity of mosques intertwines with the sound of electronic music from nightclubs floating on the Bosphorus. Istanbul has countless palace hotels for accommodation.
6. Scotland
Scotland is incredibly beautiful all year round, but in May it is especially attractive. This month, wild flowers and rhododendrons bloom, which are not yet spoiled by midges. The green highlands are famous for their majestic manors and lakes. May in Scotland is still cool, but amazing romantic places will definitely warm you up.
May is characterized by warm weather, which is especially pleasant, since you can already walk in light clothing, but there is no summer heat yet. This month can be fully dedicated to visiting excursions during the trip.
