In response to the oft-asked question, “How hot is it?” Sunday, July 21, was recorded as the hottest day on record, according to preliminary data from climate change experts. Wildfires are raging again in British Columbia, and tourists are feeling the heat in Europe.

As summer heat waves intensify, travelers are looking for cooler destinations for their summer vacations.

Erin Florio, editor in chief of Conde Nast Traveler, recently told CBS News that North Americans are increasingly booking trips to Canada and Northern Europe to escape the heat.

According to a 2023 report from the World Travel & Tourism Council, bookings for cold-climate destinations are up 25% year-on-year.

Virtuoso spokeswoman Misty Belles recently told Bloomberg News that Scandinavia is “having a moment.” Belles said Sweden has seen a 47% increase in bookings, while bookings in Italy are up just 3%.

“A coolcation is one of the newer post-COVID travel trends — people are seeking vacation destinations with cooler climates, especially during the warmer summer months,” Gabe Saglie, a senior editor at Travelzoo, told the Huffington Post. “Some popular travel destinations are seeing rising temperatures, making them too hot to be comfortable for some, so it’s becoming increasingly appealing to head to alternative spots with more pleasant daytime temperatures.”

Here are 10 suggestions for a great “coolcation.”

Cornwall, England

Delightful coastal villages such as Mousehole and St. Ives, as well as famous landmarks such as Tintagel Castle and the truly remarkable Minack Theatre, make the south-west corner of England a wonderful place to visit. Average high daytime temperature in July: 19C

Hobart, Tasmania

It’s winter Down Under, which means cooler temperatures and fewer visitors. Hobart is a great city with excellent hotels like The Tasman, great restaurants and MONA, the wild and sometimes crazy Museum of Old and New Art. Average high daytime temperature in July: 12C

San Francisco

The City by the Bay stays cool in the summer thanks to the coastal fog. Ride the city’s famous cable cars, grab a bite to eat at one of the delicious eateries at the Ferry Building, or take a boat ride under the Golden Gate Bridge. Average high daytime temperature in July: 21C

Stockholm, Sweden

It is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, with beautiful waterways around 14 islands. Try a picnic in the park, visit the old town and explore the maritime wonders of the Vasa Museum. Average high daytime temperature in July: 21C

Akaroa, New Zealand

This is a small town east of Christchurch that was briefly settled by the French. You will still see the occasional French sign and boulangerie in town. The coast is beautiful and the bay is home to tiny Hector’s Dolphins, said to be the smallest and rarest in the world. Average high daytime temperature in July: 11C

Dawson City, Yukon

This once-rough Gold Rush town is a compact wonder with quaint shops and a ton of colorful history. Tour Jack London’s cabin, try a Klondike Spirit riverboat ride, and head to the Sourdough Saloon to try the Sourtoe Cocktail, which features a real human toe that you’re supposed to touch to your lips. Yours truly has tried it twice, with certificates to prove it. Average daily high temperature in July: 22C

Edinburgh, Scotland

One of the world’s greatest cities, with majestic architecture, fantastic shopping and a fantastic history. Tour Edinburgh Castle, sample whisky at the Johnnie Walker Experience and sleep in the opulent Balmoral Hotel. Average high temperature in July: 18C

Santiago, Chile

This is a bustling city with wonderful colonial buildings and vibrant street art. It is just a short drive (just 30 minutes) to the fantastic vineyards of the Maipo Valley. Santiago is also a great starting point for visiting the majestic Torres del Paine National Park. Average high daytime temperature in July: 15C

Reykjavik, Iceland

This city has wonderful museums that chart the island’s Viking history. Climb to the top of Hallgrimskirkja church for sweeping views of the sea and nearby hills, and spend the afternoon at the nearby Blue Lagoon Spa, a famous geothermal pool. Average high daytime temperature in July: 11C

Cape Town, South Africa

Perhaps the most beautiful city in the world, Cape Town is delightfully comfortable in winter. Take a gondola to the top of Table Mountain for stunning views, sample the beaches, visit Nelson Mandela’s prison cell on Robben Island and head along the coast to see the penguins at Boulder Beach. Average high temperature in July: 17C