When to go
Where to go in October
In October, 7 countries on this list are at their best. The ranking shows ideal-season countries first, then those that still work; hard-season countries come last.
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Best time · North Africa
Fes
October and November are a second spring: the heat breaks, evenings stay long.
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Best time · Nearby routes
Georgia
September and October are harvest time: the best weeks for Kakheti, the most comfortable weather for Tbilisi.
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Best time · Europe
Italy
September and October are the two best months: the sea is still warm, cities breathe, the harvest reaches the table.
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Best time · Asia
Japan
November is as good for autumn colour as cherry week is for blossom, with slightly fewer people. October is a safe pick too.
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Best time · Europe
Portugal
September and October are safe: the sea is still swimmable and the Douro harvests.
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Best time · Nearby routes
Turkey
September and October carry both stops at once: clear skies in Cappadocia, cool evenings in Istanbul.
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Fine · Europe
Greece
September is the best month of the year: warmest sea, thinner crowds, sunsets still long.
Good to know
Where should I go in October?
Countries at their best in October: Fes, Georgia, Italy, Japan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey.