A Year of Travel Experiences – When & Where to Go!
It’s a new year and that means time for new adventures! This month by month list was compiled with the help of our one of our favourite books, “Off The Tourist Trail” by EyeWitness Travel.
January: The Pyramids of Meroe – Sudan
So often overlooked in favour of Giza’s better known monuments, the pyramids of Meroe are among Africa’s forgotten treasures. The average temperature during this time of year is 30°C, much better than the scorching 45°C in summer.
February: Salvador Carnival – Salvador, Brazil
The coastal city of Salvador is considered the gateway to Brazil’s northern beaches. Officially the biggest street party in the world, this awesome carnival offers greater participation and much more fun than its more famous counterpart in Rio. Try to stay as close to the action as possible as movement within the city is very difficult during the carnival. Neighbourhoods like Pelhorinho or Barra are a good choice.
March: The Soup Bowl, Bathsheba, Barbados
The Soup Bowl, on the rugged east coast of Barbados, offers warm water, surfing and tube rides with a fraction of the of the crowds from other famous beaches. By going in March, you avoid the crowds who are running away from winter in December, January & February.
April: Cherry blossom Season – Kyoto Japan
The arrival of cherry blossoms brings to life an iconic image of Japan past and present. Each year, the pinkish-white clumps of blossom appear and people gather in parks to celebrate this beautiful moment in time.
May: Bath, England
Bath’s history dates back to 2000 years ago to when Romans built the first baths here. This British univeristy town is a thriving place with fine theatres, cinemas, live music, great restaurants and art galleries.
Beat the summer rush by going on the shoulder of tourist season.
June: Montreal Jazz Festival – Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
With over 750 concerts by 3000 artists from more than 30 countries, Montreal’s show stopping, multi-genre music festival whips millions of festival goers into a frenzy each year.
July: Lake Bled, Slovenia
With the majestic Julian Alps as its backdrop, Lake Bled, a vivid turquoise tongue of water ringed by thick forest and stunning snow streaked mountains, is a must -see! In July you will encounter long days and few tourists.
August: Iceland
The country’s awe inspiring terrain features some of Mother Nature’s greatest triumphs, from tremendous ice caps and mammoth spouting geysers to gnarled lava chasms and cascading waterfalls. In August, daylight is almost perpetual – perfect for a late night game at Reykjavik Golf Club!
September: Lecce, Puglia, Italy
In the poor, dry lands of Italy’s “heel”, this stunning Baroque city erupts like a volcano out of the sea. Many facades are enriched with the lace-like patterns which are especially enchanting at night. Enclosed in a city wall, with a lively street life, this Roman town has a 1st Century amphiteatre in its main square!
October: Madagascar
Once linked to Africa and the Indian subcontinent, the landmass became an island some 60 million years ago, and since then its wildlife has evolved in virtual isolation. October is when the area is experiencing its dry season and therefore is the best time for walking and wildlife viewing.
November: The Chilean Lake District – Chile
Discover this fairy-tale region of shimmering blue water, emerald forest, Andean peaks and steaming hot springs that bubble beneath smoldering volcanoes.
December: Christmas Market, Prague – Czech Republic
Each year the sound of carols fill the air, and the Old Town Square and Wencelas Square fill with visitors, who stroll amid bright wooden huts browsing traditional crafts, trailing steams from cups of mulled wine.
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