Seasonal Travel — April 2026
Where to Travel in October
The month when Europe is still warm and the rest of the world already open.
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Among travellers who can choose freely, October is the most popular month of the year, and with reason. The Mediterranean still holds its temperature, the cities have their audiences back, and in many long-haul destinations the dry season begins.
Italy and Greece
Tuscany is at its best in early October: harvest, low light, restaurants without a wait. In the Cyclades the first half of October is the last dependable swimming week; many houses close after that.
Morocco and Andalusia
Marrakech loses the summer heat and gains clarity. Andalusia is warm enough for long days outdoors and cool enough for cities.
Long haul
Spring begins in South Africa, Japan shows its first autumn colour late in the month, and Oman and Jordan become pleasant again at all.
What we advise against
The Caribbean is at the end of hurricane season, the Maldives are wetter than in winter, and much of Southeast Asia needs until November.
Anyone travelling in October should book early: it is the month in which the good houses fill first.
