7 Unforgettable Summer Destinations You Need on Your Radar: Summer is short, ambition is long, and the world doesn't wait. Whether the goal is turquoise water, mountain air, or streets that smell like grilled seafood and jasmine, these seven destinations deliver summer at its most vivid — each one offering something the postcards can't quite capture. 1. Santorini, Greece — For Cliffside Drama Whitewashed villages cling to volcanic cliffs above a caldera so blue it looks retouched. The six-mile hike from Fira to Oia rewards every uphill step with another jaw-dropping view of the Aegean below, and sunset over the caldera remains one of the most photographed — and rightfully so — moments in Europe. Best for travelers chasing scenery that feels almost too perfect to be real. Go for: caldera views, volcanic wine, boat trips to the hot springs. 2. The Amalfi Coast, Italy — For Cinematic Coastlines Lemon groves tumble down cliffs into a sea the color of sapphire, and to...