There’s something about those few days in the holiday week before New Year’s where you sort of lose track of time. It’s the perfect time to rest up, read some books and think about the year ahead.
It's also a great – and popular – time to start travel planning for the year ahead. You have friends and/or family in one spot and you can debate where to go! (I love the TikToks of families holding PowerPoint presentations to pitch summer trip ideas!)
To help with your plans, we’ve put together this calendar of the best time to visit all our Best in Travel recommendations for the year ahead.
From all of us at Lonely Planet: Happy New Year. We’ve loved guiding your travels in 2023 and we can’t wait to see where you go in the year ahead.
January is the busiest month for tourism in Thailand, but head to Southern Thailand where you can lie on a deserted beach near Ao Khanom. You might even catch a glimpse of the elusive and beautiful pink dolphins.
Kangaroo Island shows off during the Aussie summer month of February. Indulge in its unique local produce, encounter adorable Australian wildlife and discover some of the country’s best beaches.
Winters along the Mediterranean coast can be cold and wet, and desert nights icy, so wait until March to visit Algeria and enjoy the beautiful sand dunes of the Algerian Sahara.
The Greek island of Ikaria seduces with aquamarine waters and wild terrain, plus an independent spirit. As spring unfolds, Ikaria comes alive with delightful weather and vibrant natural landscapes.
It’s almost impossible to move through the narrow streets of Croatia’s historic cities and old towns at the height of summer so aim for early June instead. You’re almost guaranteed sun-kissed weather and a bit more elbow room.
There’s no bad time to visit Montana, with its vast wilderness and jaw-dropping “big sky” landscapes, but in July the snow has finally melted making Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks more accessible. Festival season is also in full swing.
My hometown of Kansas City is gorgeous in September, as the fall temperatures roll in. Experience the roar of a Chiefs home game (arrive early to tailgate) or enjoy the World Series of Barbecue usually held later in the month.
November: Southern Lakes and Central Otago, New Zealand
If you love mountain biking as much as Kiwis (they've gone bike-mad) plan for November to enjoy cooler weather in New Zealand. Rather go on foot? Great Walks hiking season also kicks off in late October and runs through until April.
December can be bitingly cold in Prague – but that doesn’t mean it’s not a magical time of year with ample opportunities to warm up. Find a traditional cozy pub for a Czech beer or enjoy mulled wine in the Old Town Square Christmas market.
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