Almost every destination has a “perfect” month – and an “oh no why did we come now” month. The trick is finding the sweet spot between good weather, manageable prices, and fewer crowds.
Here’s a quick seasonal snapshot for some of the most searched-for places. Always double-check specifics for your travel year, but use this as a starting compass.
Europe city breaks
- Paris, Rome, Barcelona: Late April–early June and September–October for milder weather and saner queues.
Beach & island escapes
- Bali: May–September for sunshine; shoulder months often best for value.
- Maldives: November–April is classic “postcard” season.
Cold-weather trips
- Northern lights regions: Late autumn to early spring, with dark skies and cold, clear nights.
Flight hack: Use flexible date search tools to see when prices dip within your target month – sometimes shifting by just two or three days makes a noticeable difference.
Picking the right season doesn’t guarantee a perfect trip, but it tilts the odds heavily in your favour. From there, all that’s left is to show up – the weather and crowds will do what they do, and you’ll have stories either way.