Patricia Schultz, a New York City–based travel journalist with more than 25 years of experience. She is author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die. A new oversized deluxe edition of the book features more than 1,000 new photographs. 1000Places.com
If you would love to go to places like Tuscany, Venice, Prague or Santorini, here are great alternatives without the huge crowds.