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Best Places to Travel by Month

Know when you can travel, but not sure where to go? Our guide to the best places to travel by month offers helpful tips, information, and inspiration to help you plan a spectacular trip at any time of year.

Whether eager to lounge on a Mediterranean beach or enjoy the marvels of a classic game drive on an African safari, interested in viewing Japan’s famous cherry blossom season or inspired by sampling wines around the grape harvest, find the best time to visit your dream destination.

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Juvenile king penguins in the Georgia Islands

11 Best Places to Travel in January

January is a fantastic time for a vacation, and our list of the best places to visit will give you all the inspiration you need to put your plans in motion....
Masked revelers at Carnival in Venice, Italy

15 Best Places to Travel in February

Travel in February can take us into the heart of winter or the depths of summer, so knowing where you can go for your preferred style of trip will help...
Salto Grande in Torres del Paine National Park, Chile

14 Best Places to Travel in March

March is a fantastic time of year to travel as you can enjoy the beginnings of spring or watch the season shift to fall when visiting the Southern Hemisphere....
Cape Town, South Africa

17 Best Places to Travel in April

April is a fantastic month to explore the different corners of the world, no matter which hemisphere you want to discover. Whether on a secluded island...
Seaside town of Cudillero in the Asturias region of Spain

16 Best Places to Travel in May

The best places to travel in May will give you the perfect trip, and this list of destinations will help inspire you. May can highlight local beauty...
Lofoten, Norway

17 Best Places to Travel in June

In June, the weather inches into summer or winter to become one of the best months in which to explore the world and experience your perfect trip. Enjoy...
Beach and cliffside town of Carvoeiro, Portugal

12 Best Places to Travel in July

July is a magnificent month in which to explore the world, as the Northern Hemisphere heads into summer, while its Southern counterpart sees the depths...
Wildflower blooming in Cape Town, South Africa

13 Best Places to Travel in August

The following are some of the best places to travel to in August, whether you are interested in being in the Northern or Southern hemispheres. August...
Hikers at Landmannalaugar

15 Best Places to Travel in September

Our list of the top places to travel in September reveals why it is a magnificent time of year to discover the world’s beauty. Find the diverse and exciting...
Autumn vineyards in the Piedmont region of Italy

15 Best Places to Travel in October

Depending on your preferences, October can be the perfect time in which to explore the wonders of the following alluring destinations. Whether interested...
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Australia

15 Best Places to Travel in November

November is a magnificent time to discover new countries, and these destinations provide a mixture of captivating experiences. From cruising near impressive...
Colmar, France decorated for the Christmas holiday

14 Best Places to Travel in December

December can immerse you in the joyful ambiance of a white winter in the Northern Hemisphere or allow you to embrace the warmth of Southern Hemisphere...
Chureito pagoda and Mt. Fuji in the spring with cherry blossoms during twilight in Japan

Top Places to Travel By Each Month of the Year

Whether looking for the perfect beach getaway or a family-friendly escape, here you can find information on the best destinations to visit by month to...

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