The middle of autumn is a good time for so called velvet vacations: the season of summer holidays finished and there are fewer people on beaches and in tourist centers.
We are going to introduce you 5 perfect destinations for those who still are looking for sun, beach and sea…
So, if you are going to have autumn vacations soon, we can offer you the following destinations.
1. Mauritius
Air temperature: 26-32 ° C.
Water temperature: 24-25 ° C.
Visa: not required within 60 days.
Cost of living: from 24$ per night.
October is one of the best months for a holiday in Mauritius. At this time of the year a hot season begins and there is no rain, at least in the north and west of the island. So you can sunbathe in the beaches, swim in the warm Indian Ocean, dive, surf and just admire the Mauritian nature in all its beauty.
2. The Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Air temperature: 26-27 ° C.
Water temperature: 22-25 ° C.
Visa: not required within 90 days.
Cost of living: from 17$ per night.
The Galapagos is another excellent island destination for the October vacations. The weather there is as well as in Mauritius, warm and dry, but the most important thing is the unique nature that is still in all its glory in autumn.
Until the end of October, it is a “peak” season for birds and fish, but people in the archipelago are becoming less noticeable. Therefore, you can safely practice snorkeling and diving and simply explore the islands, almost the entire territory of which is a national park.
3. Canary Islands, Spain
Air temperature: 25-27 ° C.
Water temperature: 23 ° C.
Visa: Schengen.
Cost of living: from 8$ per night.
Although the Canary Islands are considered a year-round resort, the best time to go there is in summer or in the middle of autumn. October is a perfect month for spending time here: the ocean is still very warm, which means you can swim and lie on the sand all days long. Depending on the island, it can be black (volcanic), yellow or white.
The most popular among tourists is the island of Tenerife. The second most popular holiday destination here is Gran Canaria.
If you want to have more secluded rest, go to Lanzarote. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the local volcanic national park with extraterrestrial landscapes or go to the relaxed Fuerteventura, an island that thanks to steady winds are often chosen by windsurfers.
4. Tel-Aviv, Israel
Air temperature: 27-31 ° C.
Water temperature: 26-27 ° C.
Visa: not required within 90 days.
Cost of living: from 18$ per night.
October is ideal for visiting Israel: there is no exhausting heat, and the water of all three seas washing the country warms up to a very pleasant temperature. You are free to choose any coastal city for your holiday, but Tel Aviv will be the best choice. There you can have a rest, as well as plunge into the cultural life: after all, it is the Israeli capital of entertainment.
In addition, about 60 km from Tel-Aviv there is Jerusalem. It, together with other ancient sights, is worth visiting in October, when there is still not many tourists here like in winter.
5. Istanbul, Turkey
Air temperature: 20-23 ° C.
Water temperature: 18-19 ° C.
Visa: not required within 90 days.
Cost of living: from 7$ per night.
The hot and crowded Istanbul by the middle of autumn is getting empty, and the temperature in the city falls to quite comfortable. So at this time of the year you can explore the ancient city and surroundings without fuss.
If you are a contemporary art admirer who are fond of design, there is another reason to go to the Turkish capital. There is the Istanbul Biennial of Design right here. It will be held from September 22 to November 4.
Of course, if you are courage enough you can swim in the sea that is getting colder in October. You can also drive along the empty coasts and sunbathe if a fine October gives you a chance for this.
We hope you will choose the trip of your life for these autumn vacation and will have a great time there.
In the next part of this article we will introduce you 5 more destinations for interesting holidays.
Also read the article:
Where to go in September: 10 interesting destinations (Part 1)