- The lesser-known treasures are brought to us by Instagram traveler Luke Hoogmoed.
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Seeking a European getaway but want to steer clear of the crowds? Traveler Luke Hoogmoed ( @lukepatrickh) - who has amassed an Instagram following of 393,000 through his travel-related posts - is here to help.
In a clip shared on social networks , the 25-year-old explorer from the Netherlands He shared 10 lesser-known European spots that he believes might be new to you. Here, he shares more insights into his decisions.
He tells MailOnline Travel: 'Most of the destinations in my video are located in Eastern Europe. When I travel, I like three things: safety, hospitality, and beauty.
'I believe that Eastern Europe, even with the numerous biases some individuals hold against it, leads the way in this regard when contrasted with the other part of Europe. Throughout my travels in these locations, I never once felt unsafe.'
'Western metropolitan areas typically have better-developed infrastructures and amenities, yet these factors do not rank high among my travel priorities.'
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Discover the lesser-known European treasures recommended by Luke below, including a city known for its warm welcomes and a storybook-like village...
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