Unforgettable, Underrated Trips to Take with Your Best Friends: Part II
Last week we explored the first five of our top ten trips to take with your friends: Ambergris Caye, Belize; Sedona, Arizona; Strasbourg, France; “The Islands”, Massachusetts; and Tupelo, Mississippi. Today we’ll check out the final five to round out our list. If you are thinking about getting away with friends, you won’t want to fly over these spots!
6. Cannon Beach, Oregon
Named one of the world’s most 100 beautiful places by National Geographic, one trip to Cannon Beach will have you seeing why it made our list. Impressive Haystack Rock sits on the shoreline and is beautifully juxtaposed by the sandy shoreline. Cannon Beach is a quick 90 minutes from Portland, so grab your best buds and hit up the city before making your way to the beach. Luxury accommodations and world class fare await in this lesser known but first class haven.
Cannon Beach, Oregon
7. Tofino, Canada
Located on Canada’s west coast, on Vancouver Island, lives the small, quaint Tofino district. With beautiful beaches and waves big enough to surf, this lazy town is a perfect choice for friends looking to get away and relax while surrounded by uninhibited beauty. Any wildlife lovers in your group? In Tofino you will undoubtably spot both land and sea creatures, including bears, cougars, orcas and sea otters. If you are contemplating the best month to escape to Tofino, you can’t beat the sunny skies and warm beach days that July and August offer.
Tofino, Canada
8. Kauai, Hawaii
Lovingly nickname “The Garden Isle” because most of the lush island is covered in rain forest, Kauai, Hawaii boasts dramatic cliffs and stunning beaches and is the familiar landscape for many famous Hollywood films. Fun fact about Kauai: it’s the oldest of the Hawaiian Islands, dating back 5.1 million years! Kauai is much less touristy than the other islands, so you and your pals will experience a true Hawaiian getaway if you choose Kauai.
Kauai, Hawaii
9. Marco Island, Florida
Located south of the city of Naples along the southern gulf side of the state, Marco Island is a lesser known but well loved destination in sunny Florida. Perfect for a golf getaway or couples retreat, this upscale area is less busy than many nearby spots. It’s southern location means warm weather year round, so it’s prime choice for groups wanting to escape the winter chill of the midwest. Another perk? It’s a short, one hour drive from Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Meyers.
Marco Island, Florida
10. Sorrento, Italy
For a true European escape that is more budget friendly than other stops on the stunning Almalfi Coast of Italy, consider Sorrento, Italy, where you can go big without breaking the bank. This stunning town is known for it’s beautiful water views and the Piazzo Tasso, a street lined with quaint cafes and shopping. Invite your best friends, rent an Italian villa for a week (or longer!) and have an unforgettable experience in Sorrento, Italy!
Sorrento, Italy
When it comes to reconnecting with friends and making memories together, nothing compares to travel. So what are you waiting for? Reach out to your friends today and let Castaway Destinations know when you are ready to get the ball rolling on your next unforgettable escape.
