Get to Know the Top International Summer Destinations

Travel insurance provider Allianz Global Assistance recently reviewed customers' trips planned from May 28, 2018 through September 3, 2018 to determine where Americans are headed for summer vacation. For the most part, they're seeking unimpeded sunshine and world-class beaches. For the top US destinations, click here.

Cancun remains the top international city when it comes to Americans' summer vacations. Stellar hotels and resorts and notable investment in the region have only added to the destination's appeal.

Overtaking Punta Cana in 2018 is Higuey. The Dominican Republic's eighth-largest city is home to the unmistakable Basilica Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia and is just a short drive from Punta Cana's all-inclusive resorts.

Montego Bay is a perennial summer favorite among Americans, with many visiting via cruise ship. The capital of Jamaica's Saint James Parish boasts the ideal mix of luxury and adventure, offering visitors beautiful beaches, plush resorts and numerous reef snorkeling and diving opportunities.

Nassau and Paradise Island, Bahamas is among the most family-friendly destinations in the Caribbean and offers tremendous value for summer visitors with countless hotels rolling out special deals and promotions.

The Mexican resort city of San Jose del Cabo is just as popular in 2018 as it was a year ago. Overall, Los Cabos features a plethora of extraordinary resorts, swimmable beaches and the chance to rub elbows with celebrities.

Aruba has everything vacationers are looking for in a summer destination, including incredible beaches, some of the best shopping in the Caribbean and tremendous nightlife.

The amount of bucket-list-worthy sights and attractions in London make it the perfect destination for a lengthy summer getaway. Visitors can stay for a week or longer and still not run out of things to do.

Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico last year but the island has made an impressive recovery in the months since and Americans are still showing interest, with the capital of San Juan ranking eighth based on Allianz's research.

One of the world's most popular destinations for foodies, the City of Light is introducing a slew of new hotels, restaurants and attractions in 2018 that vacationers won't want to miss.

Another tropical paradise, Providenciales in Turks and Caicos is a premier destination for beachgoers with five-star, all-inclusive accommodations like Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort Villages and Spa delivering exceptional service and amenities at affordable rates.