Where to go in October?

#1

Japan

★ Peak season

Cherry blossoms Mar–Apr, autumn Oct–Nov best. Rainy Jun

A blend of ancient tradition and cutting-edge technology. Safe, clean, and well-connected.

#2

South Korea

★ Peak season

Spring (Apr–May) & autumn (Sep–Oct) best. Bitter winters

High-tech, safe, and culturally rich. Excellent public transport and vibrant cities.

#3

Taiwan

★ Peak season

Oct–Apr comfortable. Summer typhoons & heat

Safe and welcoming with outstanding food, convenient transit, and vibrant night markets.

#4

China

★ Peak season

Spring/autumn best. Varies by region

World's most populous country with 5,000 years of civilization. The Great Wall, Forbidden City, and rapid modernization create a fascinating contrast.

#5

Nepal

★ Peak season

Oct–Nov & Mar–Apr best for trekking

Home to Mount Everest and the Himalayas. Trekking paradise with rich Hindu and Buddhist culture. Incredibly affordable.

#6

Australia

★ Peak season

Sep–Nov (spring) & Mar–May (autumn) best

Safe, English-speaking, with unique wildlife and vast natural landscapes.

#7

Italy

★ Peak season

Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct best

Art, history, fashion, and the world's best food. Rome's ancient ruins, Florence's Renaissance, Venice's canals, and the Amalfi Coast.

#8

Spain

★ Peak season

Spring/autumn best. South very hot in summer

Vibrant culture, incredible food, flamenco, and diverse landscapes from Mediterranean beaches to Pyrenees mountains. Late-night dining culture.

#9

Portugal

★ Peak season

Spring/autumn best

Charming Lisbon, Porto's port wine, Algarve beaches, and excellent seafood. One of Europe's best-value Western destinations.

#10

Greece

★ Peak season

May–Jun, Sep–Oct best

Birthplace of Western civilization. Ancient ruins, whitewashed Santorini, crystal-clear islands, and Mediterranean cuisine at its finest.

#11

United States

★ Peak season

Varies by region. Spring/autumn comfortable

Vast and diverse. World-class cities, national parks, and strong infrastructure.

#12

Turkey

★ Peak season

Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct best

Where Europe meets Asia. Istanbul's stunning architecture, Cappadocia's fairy chimneys, Mediterranean coastline, and world-class cuisine.

#13

Morocco

★ Peak season

Mar–May, Sep–Nov best

Exotic souks of Marrakech, Sahara Desert, blue city Chefchaouen, and Atlas Mountains. A sensory feast just a short flight from Europe.