Quiz: Which 72-hour escape should you book?
Got three days to spare? This quiz reveals the perfect summer getaway
08/07/2026
Words: Mariette Williams
Are you destined for late-night tapas or is a riverside rosé more your speed? Take our quick quiz to match your summer vibe with the ultimate 72-hour itinerary.
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Read on for our top destinations this July
Madrid, Spain
You crave energy and want a city full of art, great food and grand architecture. In Madrid, you can lose yourself in the ‘Golden Triangle of Art’ (the Prado Museum, Reina Sofía Museum, and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum) before enjoying a late-night stroll on a neon-lit plaza. From the clink of vermouth glasses at midday to the thrum of flamenco guitars long past midnight, Madrid is a city that never sleeps.
Milan, Italy
You’re looking for a taste of la dolce vita, which can be found in the fashion and design capital of Italy. Spend your mornings navigating the sleek design showrooms of the Brera district before indulging in a perfectly timed aperitivo overlooking the Duomo’s marble spires. In Milan, every espresso feels like a red-carpet event and the street style is as meticulously crafted as the handmade pasta.
Toulouse
You’re after a sophisticated but relaxed French escape; a weekend filled with gastronomy, beautiful pink architecture and a slower pace of life. In Toulouse, a perfect evening includes settling into a riverside café as the sunset turns the Pink City into a glowing masterpiece of warm hues. Whether you are wandering through fragrant violet boutiques or savouring a rich duck confit, this is where the art of lingering is perfected.
Skiathos, Greece
You’re ready for the ultimate Greek island dream: crystal-clear waters, pine-fringed beaches and whitewashed architecture. Spend your days hopping between secluded emerald coves before retreating to a local taverna for a feast of flame-grilled seafood. As the scent of wild herbs drifts on the sea breeze, you’ll find that life here moves at the effortless pace of a summer sunset.
Algarve, Portugal
You need a total reset, which is why you should head to one of Portugal’s stunning coastal cities for dramatic cliffs, cool Atlantic breezes and some of the freshest seafood Europe has to offer. Spend your long weekend wandering along coastal limestone paths or kicking back at a beach club.
