Top destinations for travelers who hate heat - Does going on vacation get you in a sweat? 

Never fear, if you're one of those travelers who'd much rather sit in the shade, then these holiday destinations are for you.

From majestic mountains and glaciers to cooling waterfalls and leafy forests, check out the colder options for your next vacation!

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Loch Duich, Scotland - Escape to the cooling Scottish highlands, where you can marvel at majestic lochs and castles such as Eilean Donan. /

Average low / high temperatures in June, July, August: 9 / 18°C (48/64°F)

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Port Campbell National Park, Australia - The Twelve Apostles, a series of limestone stacks, sit solemnly off the coast of this National Park in Victoria, Australia. Drive the length of the Great Ocean Road for some stunning views. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 8º/13°C (46º/55°F)

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Banff National Park, Canada - The glacier lakes in Canada’s oldest national park are at their most brilliant green/blue color during July and August, when melt water containing glacier silt fills them. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 5º/25°C (41º/78°F)

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Black Forest, Germany - The region’s famous gateau, vineyards, and hiking, biking and even scootering opportunities make for a wholesome getaway. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 12º/23°C (53º/73°F)

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Garzón, Uruguay - Uruguay’s wine region is still relatively undiscovered, but visiting during the country's winter affords visitors an even more exclusive chance to sample the local produce. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 6º/17°C (42º/62°F)

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Cape Town, South Africa - Enjoy stunning mountain views as you sip crisp chenin blanc and explore the Cape vineyards, which lie just 30 minutes away from Cape Town. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 12º/20°C (53º/68°F)

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Picos de Europa, Spain - While Spain’s southern coast might be crammed with sunburned travelers, the northern region of Cantabria offers stunning mountain scenery, and exquisite gastronomic experiences! /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 15º/27°C (59º/80°F)

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Gothenburg, Sweden - The archipelago can experience higher temperatures in the summer months, but drifting from one of its 10 inhabited islands to the other is a great way to keep cool while exploring. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 12º/º25°C (53º/77°F)

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Svalbard, Norway - You’ll have 24 hours of sun on this high Arctic archipelago, but none of its heat! Travel by boat between the islands to spot polar bears, white beluga whales, and walruses. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 1º/7°C (33º/44°F)

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Faroe Islands, Denmark - Majestic landscapes plunging waterfalls and exquisite seafood make the trip to this isolated Scandinavian archipelago worth it. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 7º/13°C (44º/55°F)

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Sylt, Germany - Also known as the “Queen of the North Sea,” this German island provides wicker beach chairs to protect you from the wind and the sun. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 13º/20°C (55º/68°F)

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Glacier Bay National Park, United States - Visitors will get breathtaking views of fjords, glaciers, and mountains. They can also enjoy fishing and polar bear and whale watching throughout the rest of Alaska. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 10º/26°C (50º/78°F)

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Walker’s Haute Route, France/Switzerland - The famous walking route runs from Chamonix, France, to Zermatt, Switzerland, and takes roughly two weeks to complete. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 10º/22°C (50º/71°F)

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Nordkapp, Norway - Norway’s North Cape is the perfect place to enjoy views over the north Arctic. During the summer months, the sun shines for almost 24 hours a day here /.

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 4º/10°C (39º/50°F)

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Iguaçu Falls, Brazil/Argentina - Taller than the Niagara Falls and over three times as wide, the cascading Iguaçu Falls spread along the Brazilian-Argentinian border. There’s no chance of overheating here, you’ll get soaked! /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 12º/26°C (53º/78°F)

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Martinborough, New Zealand - This key stop on the New Zealand’s wine trail is a secret haven during the country’s winter months. Tread the vines or simply enjoy a good bottle in front of the fire! /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 4º/15°C (39º/59°F)

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Curonian Spit, Lithuania/Russia - You can apparently find pieces of amber along the sandy banks of this 98-kilometer-long spit, which separates the Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic sea. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 11º/23°C (51º/73°F)

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Blarney Castle, Ireland - Ireland can be explored by car or the more luxurious Belmond Grand Hibernian railway. Kiss the famous Blarney stone at Blarney Castle! /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 10/19°C (50º/66°F)

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Masuria, Poland - The “land of a thousand lakes,” as Poland’s eastern Masuria region is known, offers extensive woodland and stretches of water to keep travelers cool. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 15º/25°C (59º/77°F)

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Perito Moreno, Argentina - Located in the Argentinian Patagonia, this sublime glacier is one of the few in the world that is actually growing, not retreating. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 0º/15°C (32º/59°F)

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Lake District, England - Though England’s famous national park can get hot in the summer, there are usually lots of showers and plenty of freshwater tarns to cool off in. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 7º/17°C (44º/62°F)

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Lake Hallstatt, Austria - The tiny lakeside village of Hallstatt is a World Heritage Site that is famous for its salt production. It’s perfect for a quiet getaway! /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 13º/25°C (55º/77°F)

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Dolomites, Italy - Mountain-lovers who seek gourmet food and stylish alpine accommodation should come to Alta Badia to raft, horse ride, cycle, and walk. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 4º/11°C (39º/51°F)

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Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland - Just under three hours from Reykjavik, this stunning region boasts a dramatic landscape of volcanoes and glaciers, and rare sightings of wild horses. Come for a real disconnect. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 3º/10°C (37º/50°F)

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Coorg, India - The southern region of Karnataka is sometimes known as the “Scotland of India,” and its lush green mountains show why! Monsoon season affords spectacular views of Coorg’s waterfalls. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 17º/23°C (62º/73°F)

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Hossa National Park, Finland - Opened in 2017, the Hossa National Park offers hiking, biking, kayaking, and climbing opportunities to active travelers who don’t want to swelter. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 5º/20°C (41º/68°F)

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Ilulissat, Greenland - Icy natural beauty and few crowds make Greenland a perfect vacation escape. Take an evening boat ride to drink in the reflection of the midnight sun on the fjords. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 2º/11°C (35º/51°F)

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Skomer Island, Wales - You’ll be able to spot puffins and razorbills on this island, and hike through the rest of Pembrokeshire’s spectacular landscapes. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 10º/18°C (50º/64°F)

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Bernese Highlands, Switzerland - Traveling by rail up to the highest train station in Europe, Jungfraujoch (which lies at 11,322 ft), is the best way to escape the heat and admire the incredible Aletsch Glacier. /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: 4º/17°C (39º/62°F)

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Portillo, Chile - Arguably South America’s most famous ski resort, Portillo suits skiers of all abilities and is famous for its tricky sling shot ski lifts! /

Average low/high temperatures in June, July, August: -7/6°C (19/42°F)

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