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Most Aesthetic Summer Destinations for Your Next Getaway
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items Summer is officially here, and my group chat has been blowing up trying to figure out where to go! If you’re looking to escape the usual tourist traps and find spots that actually match your Pinterest mood board, you’re in the right place. I’ve round...
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The "Coastal Grandmother" Escapes
The Sun-Drenched Desert Retreats
The Southern Charm & Slow Living
The Wild & Scenic Mountain Escapes
Lakeside Cabin Core & Pacific Pines
The "Coastal Grandmother" Escapes
Give me an oversized linen button-down, a chilled glass of rosé, and a gentle ocean breeze. These East Coast gems are all about slow mornings, fresh seafood, and that effortless, old-money aesthetic.
Renting a bike with a little wicker basket and riding over the cobblestone streets here is my ultimate summer fantasy. The hydrangea blooms in July are literally the size of my head, and the whole island just smells like sea salt and flowers!
Preppy Island Dream
I love doing the Cliff Walk right before sunset. The crashing ocean waves on one side and the massive, historic mansions on the other make you feel like you’re starring in a period drama. You have to dress up for dinner by the harbor here.
The Gilded Oceanfront Cliff
If you want to escape the scorching August heat, this is the spot. The air is so crisp! Eating a fresh lobster roll on the wooden docks in a chunky knit sweater on a summer evening is absolute perfection.
The Cozy Lobster Roll Haven
This town is so absurdly cute it feels like an actual storybook. The architecture is all European-style cottages, and the entire town is dog-friendly! Grabbing a fresh croissant from a local bakery and walking down to the white sand beach is my ideal...
The Fairytale Cottage Coastline
The Sun-Drenched Desert Retreats
There is something so healing and chic about the desert in the summer. Yes, it’s hot, but it’s that dry, glorious heat where you just lounge by a mid-century pool with a spicy margarita all day long.
This is my ultimate girls' trip destination. The vintage shopping is insane, the boutique hotel pool parties are so fun, and the backdrop of the rocky mountains against the palm trees is just ridiculously photogenic.
The Mid-Century Modern Oasis
I came here feeling so burnt out and left completely recharged. Waking up early to hike the red rocks before it gets too hot, followed by a luxury spa day, is the ultimate mind-body reset.
The Red Rock Energy Vortex
Renting a gorgeous, minimalist Airbnb out here just to stare at the stars is a bucket-list experience. The sunsets literally look like cotton candy, and the vintage thrifting in the tiny downtown area is top-tier.
The Bohemian Desert Sky
The red rock arches here look like a completely different planet. It is stunning! I love doing an early morning hike before the heat sets in, and then spending the rest of the day relaxing at an upscale glamping resort. Seeing the Milky Way at night ...
The "Mars on Earth" Glamping Hub
The Southern Charm & Slow Living
If your summer vibe is romantic, colorful, and deeply relaxing, the South is calling. Think pastel houses, Spanish moss, sweet tea, and the most incredible comfort food you will ever eat.
I could wander South of Broad for hours just looking at the window boxes and pink houses. You have to wear a cute floral sundress and go to a fancy oyster bar here—it’s non-negotiable!
The Pastel Historic Dream
Savannah feels so beautifully haunted and romantic. Walking through Forsyth Park with the giant oak trees dripping in moss feels like stepping into a southern gothic romance novel. Grab an iced coffee and just get lost in the squares.
The Spanish Moss Fairytale
You literally do not need your passport to feel like you are in Greece or Italy. The stark white architecture against the emerald green water of the Gulf is the most stunning, clean-girl aesthetic I’ve ever seen in the US.
The "Amalfi Coast" of the South
Yes, it’s humid in the summer, but the energy is totally unmatched! I skip the crazy party streets and hunt for those hidden, lush courtyards with trickling fountains. Wearing a breezy linen dress, sipping an iced chicory coffee, and listening to liv...
The Vintage Jazz & Courtyard Dreams
The Wild & Scenic Mountain Escapes
Not a beach person? I completely get it! Going to the mountains in the summer is honestly a well-kept secret. The wildflowers, the crisp air, and the alpine lakes are a total dream for the outdoorsy-but-make-it-chic traveler.
Throw on your favorite vintage cowboy boots and a cute denim dress! The town square is so charming, and grabbing a drink at the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar (you literally sit on saddles!) is such a fun, authentic experience.
The Chic Cowboy Summer
The water here is so unbelievably clear and blue it looks photoshopped. I love renting a clear kayak for the day and just floating on the water surrounded by the giant pine trees. It is so peaceful.
The Crystal Alpine Swim
Everyone thinks of Aspen for winter, but summer is actually my favorite time to go. It’s so lush and green, the outdoor dining scene is incredible, and the hiking trails are completely covered in the most gorgeous wildflowers.
The Glamorous Mountain Town
You have to take a free scenic gondola just to get around this town, which is the coolest commute ever. It’s tucked directly inside a steep canyon, so you are surrounded by massive peaks on all sides. The summer hiking is elite, and the downtown area...
The Secret Box Canyon Town
Lakeside Cabin Core & Pacific Pines
Sometimes a scorching hot beach just isn't the vibe. If you are deeply obsessed with that cozy, Twilight-esque, moody summer aesthetic—think misty mornings, giant emerald pine trees, reading on a wooden dock, and roasting marshmallows—this section is...
Walking on this beach with the giant Haystack Rock in the background literally feels like you’ve stepped into a moody indie film. I love coming here in the summer because it's cool, breezy, and grabbing a hot clam chowder after walking barefoot in th...
The Moody Twilight Coast
You take a ferry from Seattle to get here, and the whole journey is breathtaking. The island is covered in lush forests and lavender farms. Renting a little cabin here and watching wild orcas swim by from the shoreline is an absolute bucket-list summ...
The "Whale Watcher's" Island Escape
If you want that classic "summer camp but make it luxury" aesthetic, this is the ultimate spot. The lake is massive and completely surrounded by thick, gorgeous pine trees. Renting a vintage wooden boat to cruise around the lake at golden hour is my ...
The Emerald Pine Lakehouse
The scenery here is so dramatic and beautiful it doesn't even look real. Driving the Going-to-the-Sun Road in July when all the wildflowers are finally blooming is incredible. I highly recommend booking one of the aesthetic glamping canvas tents righ...
The "Swiss Alps of America" Hideaway