Thailand is a wondrous kingdom, featuring Buddhist temples, exotic wildlife, and spectacular islands. Along with a fascinating history and a unique culture that includes delectable Thai food and massage, Thailand features a modern capital city, a pastoral countryside, and friendly people who epitomize Thailand’s “land of smiles” reputation.
Although the climate varies throughout Thailand, you can visit all year round. The best time to travel is during the cool and dry season between November and early April.
World-class shopping, dining and entertainment attractions, beautiful beaches, mysterious deserts and culturally rich heritage sites – Dubai is a must-see holiday destination with something for everyone. From shopping enthusiasts and adventure-seekers to foodies and families, this bustling city has an eclectic mix of destinations and places to suit all tastes. Whether you want to embark on a foodie holiday, or a sightseeing trip, explore our action-packed travel itineraries to get the best out of your Dubai visit.
The best time to visit Dubai is from November to March. Weather-wise, Dubai really only experiences two seasons: hot and hotter. During the winter months, the city sees blue skies and primo beach weather. However, this is also peak tourist season, so expect plenty of company on Jumeirah Beach. You can escape the crowds if you visit during the summer months, but be prepared for triple-digit temps and high humidity levels.
Singapore
An electrifying, pulsating and magical holiday experience awaits you! With an itinerary that takes you to Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Genting, this trip will be a pleasurable respite from a mundane lifestyle. Fun-filled excursions and theme parks, adventurous jungle trails and scintillating water sports, superb cultural extravaganzas and culinary delights - this is just a preview of what awaits you. With the dynamic and delightful potpourri of activities, the enticing platter of exhilarating day
Hong Kong & Macau
Hong Kong, means Fragrant Harbor. It is the most densely populated city in the world and has the most skyscrapers in the world. Hong Kong is also a major shopping destination, famed for bespoke tailors and Temple Street Night Market. And for those wanting to skip the shopping the fusion of the colonial past and the Chinese values and culture is great to explore. Macau’s giant casinos and malls on the Cotai Strip, have earned it the nickname, "Las Vegas of Asia."
Feb-April : The months between the summers and winters are quite pleasant. Plenty of outdoor activities become available then. November-January: The wettest months are between November and January, when showers can last for long periods of time, while the hottest months are May and June .
The Island of Sri Lanka has long been a popular beach destination with miles of gorgeous coastline that encompasses a jungle-clad interior home to remarkable ancient ruins, attractive tea estates and wildlife-rich national parks. It's the ideal place to combine a cultural tour with a bit of downtime at the beach, and it's equally as perfect for pure beach holidays spent chilling out at a resort.
The best time to visit the west and south coasts and hill country is from December to March, while the best weather on the east coast is from April/May to September. Sri Lanka's position close to the Equator means that temperatures remain fairly constant year-round.
As beautiful as a dream, and more satisfying, is Europe. A continent that is greater than the sum of its whole, today offers visitors a tutorial in what’s fine, whether it is the nostalgia of its history or the Utopian modernity of its cities. Europe has some of the best nightlife in the world. Globally famous DJs keep the party going in London, Berlin and Paris, all of which also offer top-class entertainment, especially theatre and live music. Or strike out to lesser known, yet beautiful coastal regions such as the Baltic and Black Seas. Mountain lovers should head to the Alps: they march across central Europe taking in France, Switzerland, Austria, northern Italy and tiny Liechtenstein.
Generally, ideal times to visit Europe are May, June and September, when prices are reasonable. Crowds are then smaller; the weather is typically agreeable during those months as well.
Bali
Bali is an Indonesian island known for its forested volcanic mountains, iconic rice paddies, beaches and coral reefs. The island is home to religious sites such as cliffside Uluwatu Temple. To the south, the beachside city of Kuta has lively bars, while Seminyak, Sanur and Nusa Dua are popular resort towns.
May, June and July are generally considered to be the best time to travel to Bali in terms of the weather.
Mauritius
A true paradise in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is one of the most ideal honeymoon destinations on earth. From walking on the deep white sand beaches to strolling in lush forest in search of the lemurs or the colorful birds, or a spa to relax you, its got it all. The beautiful sunsets and aqua waters make Mauritius a place of eternal romance.
The best time to visit Mauritius is from May to December when the weather is cool, dry and sunny. Expect some of Africa's best beaches, fresh seafood and long, sundrenched days on a Mauritius holiday.
Maldives
The Maldives is a by-word for luxury, romance and tropical bliss; a beautiful string of low-lying coral islands in the Indian Ocean, and a paradise for watersports enthusiasts and sun seekers alike. The past two decades have seen the islands develop into a popular long-haul destination. The country's 26 natural atolls offer nautical delights from night-fishing trips, windsurfing and scuba-diving.
The Maldives are hot and sunny all year round, with average temperatures of 23ºC-31ºC. The best weather – and the best time to visit the Maldives – is between November and April. The high season falls between December and March. The monsoon runs from May to October, peaking around June.