Seasonal

December is made for shoppers. Those with long gift lists might want to head to Europe for the Christmas markets.

October is a good time to hit the road. Temperatures are comfortably pleasant.

Whether it’s the chance to enjoy one-of-a-kind festivals, uncrowded sightseeing or off-season rates, there are many reasons why November is a great month for travel.

Travelers searching for something interesting to do in January will find a number of fantastic and interesting festivals that occur throughout the world during the first month of the year.

I don’t know if it’s the wine harvests, the festivals, the damp cobbled streets, or the leaves changing, but Europe is always best during autumn.

By October, countries around the world, depending on the hemisphere, find themselves deep in the beauty of autumn or awash with a blooming spring.

It’s almost November. The end of the year is quietly sneaking up on you, and things are ramping up for the festive season.

As autumn leaves fall, the most dreaded part of European travel also starts to loosen its grip.

Whilst most of us think of winter as a time to hide away at home, these spectacular winter destinations will convince you otherwise.

When I think about December in Europe, I picture snow-dusted cobblestone streets, festive lights adorning the buildings, and Christmas markets jam-packed with crafts and delicious food.

January is a surprisingly great month to travel, especially in the Southern Hemisphere.

There is never a bad time to head off to an island. However, there is something about July that makes the idea of an island escape seem irresistible.

May is a great month for travel, with festivals celebrating everything from the original bungee jumpers to pretty elephants participating in temple fairs.

June is bustin’ out all over as the world celebrates the beginning of summer in a variety of ways, from ancient religious ceremonies to the performing arts.

March is the perfect time of year for an island escape. With many islands boasting tropical weather the blue skies and sunny climate attract visitors looking for a summer-feeling.