Where to Travel in March

March is an optimal time to visit the Middle East before the summer heat sets in. While further east, the hot and sunny weather in Vietnam makes it one of the best places to travel in March. 

GALAPAGOS 

See the islands at their most colourful 

Wildlife is the star year-round in the Galapagos, but keen snorkellers enjoy pleasant sea temperatures of 25C this month, which also attracts hammerhead sharks and manta rays. Alongside blue-footed boobies and sea lions, it’s also a great time to see frigatebirds. March is also the beginning of mating season, so you may see males inflate their red throat pouches to attract females.

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VIETNAM

Enjoy comfortable weather for exploring

There’s never a bad time to visit Vietnam, but March is generally considered one of the best months for exploration. The south is hot and dry, while the north is cooler, which makes it ideal for hiking and sightseeing. In Ha Long Bay, the atmospheric mists can disperse in the morning, providing clear views of those iconic limestone peaks.

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BHUTAN

Celebrate the Paro Festival 

Bhutan is extraordinary in March, as this is often when Paro Festival begins. Bringing ancient culture to life through rituals and dances, it’s an explosion of colour with masked performances, sacred prayer meetings, and folk music. March is also an optimal time for trekking: expect clear skies and blooming rhododendrons on the legendary Druk Path Trek.

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MOROCCO

Perfect for visiting bazaars  

Springtime in Morocco is pleasant and sunny – with daily highs of 20C. Mild temperatures and fewer crowds make it ideal for visiting the souks and bazaars of Marrakech and Fez or for wandering the fortified ksar of Ait Benhaddou and Roman ruins of Volubilis. It’s also a great time to head into the Sahara, as the heat is yet to reach its summer intensity. 

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EGYPT

Soak up the sun on the Nile

If you want to avoid the scorching summer in Egypt, March is perfect. In Cairo, you’ll experience temperatures of 18C to 24C, while the Nile Valley is generally a little hotter – great conditions for exploring the Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temples. So why not hop onto a traditional felucca sailing boat or tuck into local delights on a food tour of Cairo?

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When Would You Like to Travel?

January

The best place to travel in January depends on your wanderlust: if you’re in search of sun, conditions are excellent in the southern hemisphere, but to witness the aurora borealis, head northwards.  

Best Places To Travel in January

February

We may be nearing the final months of dreary weather before spring hits, but it is still very much winter in Finland perfect for catching the Northern Lights. New Zealand is also one of the best places to travel to in February, thanks to its dry, warm weather which is ideal for trekking.

Best Places To Travel in February

April

Spending time in Japan to see the cherry blossom makes it one of the best places to travel in early April. It’s also when Everest treks are in full flow and Jordan isn’t too hot for hiking and biking.

Best Places To Travel in April

May

May is a great month to visit Europe before the crowds arrive during the peak summer months. Or head to South America for the start of the trekking season in Peru.

Best Places To Travel in May

June

The Arctic is the best place to travel in June, with perpetual daylight and the chance to see polar bears. Elsewhere, temperatures are rising across Europe, making an early summer getaway appealing.

Best Places To Travel in June

July

Europe is now at the peak of its summer, so it’s a great month to embark on a Mont Blanc adventure. Further east, you can go camping in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan or head westwards for whale watching in Alaska.  

Best Places To Travel in July

August

With the Masai Mara migration season in full swing, it’s arguably one of the best places to travel to in August, but with summer festivals in Croatia and great game viewing opportunities on boat safaris in Brazil, you have plenty of choice on where to go this month.

Best Places To Travel in August

September

For those who don’t like crowds, Europe is the best place to travel in September when it’s still warm but much quieter. Elsewhere, Canada is enticing, and things are warming up in South Africa.

Best Places To Travel in September

October

While Madagascar is one of the best places to travel in October to see baby ring-tailed lemurs, it’s also a terrific month to head to Albania or witness the beautiful autumn colours in South Korea. 

Best Places To Travel in October

November

Mexico is the best place to travel in November if you want to get swept up in the Day of the Dead festivities. You can also savour the last of Europe’s fine weather or head to South America for the start of its summer. 

Best Places To Travel in November

December

For a thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime adventure, the best place to travel in December has got to be Antarctica. But if you’re eyeing warmer climes, the Middle East is an excellent option in December. 

Best Places To Travel in December