Although some travel destinations are great any time of year, others shine best during certain months. At Afar, our editors have carefully curated lists of the best travel destinations for each month—taking into consideration must-see events, popular sites at their prime, crowd-free experiences, and (of course) the weather. From popular-for-a-reason to underrated shoulder season destinations, these lists cover a wide range of places and experiences.
Each list is diverse as well—whether you’re looking for a warm-weather getaway in January or an off-the-beaten path travel destination for your kid’s summer vacation, we’ve got you covered. These are the best travel destinations for each month of the year.
Be sure to bookmark this list and keep coming back. Some of our favorite adventures (safari in Botswana in July, anyone?) require a little forward planning.
—Jessie Beck
Whether you’re looking for a wintery getaway somewhere snowy or a warm-weather destination to escape the blues, this list has a travel idea for you.
November 20, 2025 07:06 AM
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Make your February rowdy, restful, or a little of both with trips to these destinations.
December 18, 2025 07:52 AM
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Skip the cleaning—make spring the time to take a trip, and blow out the cobwebs in a much more fulfilling way.
January 12, 2026 06:30 AM
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Hit a reopened California highway, chase dark skies in Arkansas, and toast the grape harvest in Chile this April.
February 11, 2026 10:25 AM
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Consider this your permission slip to take a trip before peak season hits.
February 27, 2026 05:20 AM
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From shoulder-season bargains to celebrations in the sun, kick off June with these destinations.
March 18, 2026 02:59 PM
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There’s plenty of sunshine, sand, and celebration to go around come July.
Watch the total solar eclipse in Europe or embrace peak summer with lively fests this month.
April 16, 2026 06:44 AM
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These locations all shine during the shoulder season.
Prepare yourself for a month of spirited traditions and off-season adventure.
August 4, 2025 03:49 PM
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November is for late harvest festivals and early holiday markets.
September 29, 2025 01:46 PM
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From powdery snow to colorful Christmas markets, December is a sparkling month.
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