IslandMaldivesBest: Jan–Apr
Maldives Over-Water Stays
Privacy, calm lagoons, easy house-reef snorkel.
islandsrelaxationAvoid: May–Sep swell
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Browse all highlights →IslandFrench PolynesiaBest: May–Oct
Bora Bora Lagoon
Turquoise lagoon, short boat hops, compact logistics.
islandssceneryAvoid: Nov–Apr rain
CityGreeceBest: May–Jun, Sep–Oct
Santorini Clifftops
Sunset walks, caldera views, car-free evenings.
culturesceneryAvoid: Jul–Aug heat
RegionItalyBest: May–Jun, Sep
Amalfi Coast Villages
Short ferry hops, terrace dinners, scenic drives.
coastfoodAvoid: Aug traffic
CityJapanBest: Mar–Apr, Nov
Kyoto Temples by Night
Lantern paths, tea houses, quiet side streets.
culturecalmAvoid: Aug humidity
CityFranceBest: May–Jun, Sep
Paris Riverside Walks
Art, bistros, late-night strolls along the Seine.
museumsfoodAvoid: late Jul–Aug
RegionUSABest: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
Maui Coast + Upcountry
Beaches, short scenic drives, Haleakalā sunrise.
beachdrivesAvoid: peak holidays
IslandSeychellesBest: Apr–May, Oct–Nov
Seychelles Inner Isles
Granite coves, short island hops, calm water days.
snorkelislandsAvoid: strong trades
RegionNew ZealandBest: Dec–Mar
Queenstown + Fiords
Lakes, short hikes, dramatic fiord cruises.
sceneryhikesAvoid: winter storms
Family Dream Destinations
Plan with the map →ExperienceAustriaBest: Apr–Jun, Sep
Vienna MuseumsQuartier Day
Hands-on kids museum + cafés + tram access.
museumseasyAvoid: late Jul crowds
ExperienceSingaporeBest: Feb–Apr
Singapore River + Gardens
Shade, splash areas, stroller-friendly transit.
parkstransitAvoid: afternoon downpours
ExperienceUKBest: May–Jun, Sep
London Science + Parks
Free museums, playgrounds, easy Tube access.
museumsparksAvoid: peak August
ExperienceUSABest: Jan–Mar, Nov
Orlando Theme Tri-Day
Clustered parks, simple lodging, park shuttles.
theme-parkseasyAvoid: summer heat
ExperienceJapanBest: Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov
Tokyo Ueno + Skytree
Zoo, museums, viewpoints on one train line.
museumszooAvoid: Aug humidity
ExperienceSpainBest: May–Jun, Sep
Barcelona Beach + Parc
Beach paths, cable car, Parc Güell loops.
beachlight-hikesAvoid: late Aug heat
ExperienceDenmarkBest: Jun–Aug
Copenhagen Harbor Baths
Safe swim spots, bikes, compact old town.
swimbikesAvoid: winter chill
ExperienceSouth AfricaBest: Oct–Mar
Cape Town Penguins + Cableway
Penguin beach, short cableway to views.
wildlifeviewsAvoid: strong winds
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