The Seychelles come pretty close to paradise. Made up of 115 islands scattered across the Indian Ocean, picture turquoise-tinged waves lapping the shores of sugar-white sandy beaches, all set among fertile hills and a multitude of marine life. Each island has its own charm – from the largest and most developed, Mahe, with its magnificent mountainous interior and sensational sandy shores, to Praslin, a small island packed with flora and fauna, along with beaches often voted among the most beautiful in the world. In October, temperatures linger at 30°C, the ideal climate for exploring rugged hills and swimming alongside dancing tropical fish. Every inch of the Seychelles is picture-perfect and a holiday here will leave you feeling laidback, pampered and longing to plan your return.
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Japan’s natural beauty needs no embellishment, but add autumn into the mix and an explosion of copper-coloured forests, golden pampas grass, serene fields and stunning sunsets amplify it tenfold. The transformation of Japanese maple leaves – a phenomenon called 'koyo' – leads to plenty of leaf-peeping or ‘momijigari’. While Kyoto and Tokyo’s autumn colours don’t fully reveal themselves until November, in northern areas such as Hokkaido and Tohoku, the landscapes explode in visions of fiery red, burnt orange and buttery yellow. From the awe-inspiring peaks of Mount Fuji to the electrifying streets of Osaka and Yokohama, Japan has so much to offer those lucky enough to visit. With temperatures across the country neither too hot nor too cold, October is a foolproof time to discover this wonderful country.
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There’s no need to mourn the end of summer. Why not extend the sun’s sweet warmth with a trip to Australia in October? Spring has most definitely sprung here, and while the mercury rises to the mid-to-high 20°Cs in most regions, the island country is so vast that it offers contrasting climates depending on where you go. The desert plains and jagged mountains of the ‘Red Centre’ heat up to a manageable 30°C – perfect for discovering the incredible landscapes and sacred Aboriginal sites of the region, including the soaring Uluru (Ayers Rock). Australia's culture capital, Melbourne, is slightly cooler in October, making it the perfect time to enjoy the arts on offer, be it music, dance, theatre or visual arts.
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While summer is well and truly over in much of Europe, a visit to Spain in October suggests otherwise. Temperatures still reach summery heights in southern regions such as Andalucia, where you can feast on tapas, explore iconic Moorish architecture and discover hilltop villages untouched by time. The best part? Spanish getaways in October are made all the more special thanks to the absence of summer’s crowds. The Alcazar of Seville, the Mezquita of Cordoba, the Alhambra of Granada, the seaside scenery of the Costa Blanca and the museums of Madrid are yours for the taking. And it’s not only the south that sings in October. Barcelona and the Costa Brava region reach highs of 22°C – warm enough to bask on the beach with a glass of sangria and cool enough to enjoy city sightseeing.
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Chile’s length alone makes it a land of contrasts. This narrow strip of a country sandwiched between the Pacific Ocean and the rest of South America boasts scorched deserts in the north and ice fields in the south – it’s the poster country for geographical diversity. In October, spring kicks things up a notch with blooming wildflowers, beautiful hills bursting with green and baby animals, like guanaco, entering the world across the country’s national parks. If you’re lucky, you may even get to glide down one of the snowy faces of the Andes, as many ski resorts stay open until mid-October (if the conditions are right). Meanwhile, in Chile's capital, Santiago, skies are crystal-clear, temperatures are pleasant and there’s no better time to explore its vibrant neighbourhoods. With some extra time, stop by the Atacama Desert (the driest in the world), discover Chiloe’s colourful villages suspended on stilts or head off the mainland to visit the mystical Easter Island.
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October is the tail-end of the dry season and prime wildlife viewing time in Tanzania. A wide array of animals cluster at water sources like the Katuma River, so it’s your best chance to spot zebras wading in the water, springboks cautiously taking sips and giraffes awkwardly ambling. Temperatures can rise to the high 20°Cs in many areas, with clear skies and excellent visibility translating to optimum animal-viewing conditions. Watch lions lick their chops and photographers point their viewfinders in the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the few places in Africa to spot the ‘Big Five’ in one safari sitting, or go on a game drive in Tarangire to be in with a high chance of stumbling across a herd of elephants – the park is famous for its large population of these gentle giants. Wherever you travel, Tanzania is certain to exceed your wildest wildlife dreams.
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