Summer holidays are hot, crowded and totally overrated

The article argues that summer holidays feel “hot, crowded and totally overrated,” presenting the case as more than just discomfort. It references common irritants such as wasps, sunstroke risk, sunscreen use, and sandy conditions, but says the deeper problem is aesthetic. In the author’s view, summer looks and feels overly polished and glossy, with “clean lines,” a noticeable sheen, and an unavoidable primary-color intensity. The piece contrasts this look with winter, implying a broader preference for a different atmosphere rather than focusing on any specific travel destination or service.