Brazil is no wallflower – it’s bold and brash and always up for a laugh. Especially when the carnival hits in February. Wild celebrations swirl through the streets and everyone embraces the festivities, from all-night parties to dancing parades, the cities spring to life. And it’s not just Rio that hosts lively events, Salvador also puts on a riotous carnival. Looking to wind down and detox post-carnival? Escape to the sun-drenched coast, to good-time Paraty or castaway Ilha Grande to flop in a hammock, hole up in beach huts and surf its big breaks.
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No doubt about it, Egypt is trending right now. Prices are reasonable and its archaeological sites and iconic River Nile are drawing people in from across the world. As winter takes hold in February, warm weather begins to creep in and there’s less of a tourist brawl at the top historical spots. Venture to the iconic pyramids or enjoy sundowner cruises along the Nile aboard the historic Steam Ship Sudan. The world’s longest river offers everything from far-reaching views of barren desert and extraordinary hand-carved monuments, to gorgeous green valleys and snippets of local life. Heavenly.
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February sees Cambodia at its loveliest. Balmy days give way to cool nights as it falls in the tail-end of the northeast monsoon. There won’t be torrential downpours transforming roads into mud baths, and the heat is not too sweat-inducing – making it a great time to explore. The attention-grabbing temples of Angkor always feature in Cambodia itineraries and for good reason: set your alarm stupidly early and marvel at Angkor Wat in all its dawn glory (we promise it’s worth it). February is also a great time to visit Phnom Penh. The capital is fast-paced and fun with whizzing motorbikes, orange-robed monks pootling around, a burgeoning foodie scene and a new wave of top hotels. Tying this all together, there are miles of untapped countryside, a gorgeous coastline and the snaking Mekong to boot.
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February is cold and let’s face it, pretty dull. But what if you could flee east, to the buzzing shores of Mexico? There’s nothing dull about that. And Mexico is brimming with possibilities – especially in February when the dry season hits. Discover avant-garde art studios and restaurants at the vanguard of cool; hippie hideaways on spellbinding beaches; mist-swirled volcanoes and thick jungles harbouring endless adventures. And to top it all off, there's a foodie scene bursting with the best loaded burritos and sizzling enchiladas you’ve ever tasted. All this, plus it’s the perfect time to spot humpback whales in Cabo San Lucas and their grey cousins off San Ignacio. Convinced?
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February is Thailand’s sweet spot – wedged between the Christmas crowds and the ensuing May monsoon. At this time of year, it's all sunshine and refreshingly pleasant temperatures. You can still catch some rays, while swinging in a hammock in Phuket or plodding around Bangkok without searching for the air-con. The gorgeous green surrounds of Chiang Mai have never looked better – make sure to pause after your wild waterfall wash and take it all in. All of this, plus indulging in the country's fiery, finger-licking foodie scene, guarantees a fabulous February getaway.
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