Thessaloniki is among the 15 underrated destinations in Europe for American travelers, but worthy of their attention, as revealed in a survey by the American travel and tourism website Travelpulse.
According to the publication, the 15 destinations (13 cities and two countries) are not completely undiscovered, but they are all underrated and deserve much more attention than they currently receive from travellers.
Referring to Thessaloniki, the publication points out that the city is not home to scores of sun-soaked white buildings with blue dome roofs and it doesn’t pack quite as a powerful historical punch as Athens. But that is exactly what makes Greece’s second-biggest city so special.
”Nestled along the Aegean Sea in northeastern Greece, Thessaloniki has a subtle coastal vibe and a unique charm that will reward travelers who arrive with an open mind”, pointed out.
Particular reference is made to the connections with Alexander the Great, noting that Thessaloniki has a fascinating, multi-layered multicultural heritage.
According to the publication, visitors spend a few days strolling along the harbor, finding their favorite humble seafood cafe and they will leave wondering why those had never looked at this corner of Greece before.
The website urges Americans to visit one or two of the 15 underrepresented destinations on their next trip to Europe and promises a unique travel experience.
The 15 most underrated destinations in Europe for American travellers
1. Salamanca, Spain
2. Cork, Ireland
3. Zagreb, Croatia
4. Thessaloniki
5. Olomouc, Czech Republic
6. Lausanne, Switzerland
7. Turin, Italy
8. Wales
9. Erfurt, Germany
10. Coimbra, Portugal
11. Plovdiv, Bulgaria
12. Montpellier, France,
13. Riga, Latvia
14. Antwerp, Belgium
15. Slovakia
