NEVSEHIR, TURKIYE: Hot air balloons fly over volcanos at Cappadocia, one of UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site which is famous for its fairy chimneys.

Planning an unforgettable summer holiday requires striking a careful balance between ticking off all the boxes in terms of itinerary and climate while also avoiding the best-known spots that can sometimes fall victim to overtourism and major crowds.

It turns out that many American travelers are opting for lesser-visited destinations in order to do just that. In fact, Tripadvisor recently released its Summer Travel Index , which has uncovered the biggest trends in summer destinations, spotlighting the up-and-coming destinations that have travelers intrigued.

The following international destinations were named the “fastest-rising” spots for American travelers looking to stray from the more well-known hotspots around the world.

Punta Sam, Mexico

Punta Sam was named the number one “fastest-rising” destination for American travelers. The residential neighborhood north of Cancun boasts stunning beaches and great properties but is still a little less crowded than its northern neighbor.

Noord, Aruba

The Noord region of Aruba is already pretty well-known as a tourist destination; it’s plenty with high-rise hotels, casinos, and beautiful white sand beaches.

Puerto Rico, Spain

A lot of American travelers are foregoing Barcelona due to overtourism and instead are considering Puerto Rico. It boasts stunning beaches, great nightlife, and less than three rainy days, on average, per month.

Cap Estate, St. Lucia

Cap Estate in the north of St. Lucia is known for its high-end accommodations and golf course. Here you’ll find luxury hotels and villas with unobstructed views of the Caribbean Sea.

Göreme, Türkiye

Göreme is certainly a popular travel destination already but not when compared to Istanbul, which is one of the most visited cities in the world. It’s here travelers can experience the infamous hot air balloons and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia.

Akumal, Mexico

Located on the Riviera Maya, Akumal is a relatively small tourist resort community. It’s well-loved for its warm waters, white sand beaches, and coral reef.

Asakusa, Japan

Asakusa shopping street is one of the old city of Tokyo near Sensoji Temple, Nakamise shopping street. Asakusa shopping street the one of tourist destination to looking for culture food, sweets and souvenirs.

Asakusa is in the northeastern area of Tokyo and is famous for its preservation of the Tokyo of yesteryear. It boasts traditional craft and street food sellers, original architecture, and the ancient Sensō-ji temple.

Kraków, Poland

Kraków has become a rising star for American travelers considering Europe. The former capital city of Poland is quite a bit less expensive than big cities to the west and boasts a well-preserved old town and a rich contemporary art scene.

Lucea, Jamaica

Tucked in between Negril and Montego Bay, Lucea boasts beautiful beaches (including public beaches) and great historical monuments and museums to explore.