Where to go in September

Where to go in September

September sees the Northern Hemisphere’s once verdant green landscapes slowly switch to autumn’s colour palette. Summer’s crowds start to thin out in southern Europe – Italy’s golden hills, sun-baked coast and handsome cities invite exploration, Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast still basks in the spirit of summer, and remote Greek islands beckon with balmy off-the-beaten-track beaches. Head to Canada to catch its forests aflame with hues of crimson and bronze, or enjoy a September safari in Namibia’s crowd-free national parks. Over in Asia, take advantage of Indonesia’s tropical climate and island-hop the archipelago, trotting around temples, wandering rice terraces and climbing volcanoes along the way. 

BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN SEPTEMBER

Canada

Canada

Many have tried to evoke the magnetic beauty of Canada’s colours in September, but nothing beats seeing the gleaming hues of orange, yellow and red leaves up close. Summer is over, but the vibrant bursts of colour in forests and city parks remind you that autumn is just as beautiful. Temperatures gradually start to fall throughout September, but depending on where you go, they can still reach into the 20°Cs. Eat fresh apple pie in Quebec, feel the force of the thundering Niagara Falls in Ontario, embrace the tranquillity that shrouds Vancouver’s Stanley Park or join a walking tour of old Montreal for a dose of history. The world’s second-largest country needs no introduction and a holiday here at any time of year is guaranteed to be first-class. 

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Italy

Italy

The marvellous Mediterranean climate of this boot-shaped beauty ensures summer’s sweetness lingers in September. Although the trees may take on a subtle golden glint, it’s business as usual in every other respect. The northern lakes retain an otherworldly beauty that’s best seen to be believed; Sicilian olive groves flourish in the sun until harvest in mid-September; nights are as heady as ever in Rome’s Trastevere neighbourhood; and the sun-soaked villages that crawl up the cliffs of the Amalfi Coast encourage exploration at first and then total, unadulterated relaxation. An Italian getaway in September is a feast for all the senses. 

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Namibia

Namibia

The majesty of the landscapes, the hours of sizzling sunlight and an abundance of wildlife make Namibia an ever-popular destination for lovers of Mother Nature. In September, days are warm and dry, nights are cool, and conditions are crystal-clear for watching zebras, oryx and kudu gather around dwindling waterholes. Namibia is one of the least densely populated countries in the world, so there’s always the opportunity for total seclusion and you’ll often have its colossal landscapes all to yourself. Enjoy the dynamic panoramas, which swing between rusty sand dunes, purple mountains, blue ocean and an ever-changing sky. 

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Indonesia

Indonesia

The Indonesian archipelago is made up of a string of beautiful islands, each as diverse and fascinating as the people who call them home. Thanks to its delightful tropical climate, temperatures can climb into the high 20°Cs in September, creating ideal conditions for exploring. Captain a boat on Lake Toba in Sumatra, embrace the chaos of Canggu in Bali and tiptoe around ancient temples in Java. The tourist hordes thin out in Indonesia throughout September, leaving the islands wide open for your trip of a lifetime. 

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