10 Best Places to Travel in October
Posted on August 29, 2023Written by Mark Ellwood
Updated on July 22, 2024

Written by Mark Ellwood
for AFAR
August 22, 2023
Photo credit: haveseen/Shutterstock
Ah, October. The Goldilocks time to travel, when everything’s just right. Weather, crowds, and prices are all moderate, and the only thing over the top is the schedule of events and festivals.
We’ve scoured the world for the best this month, whether you want to chop your way through the home of karate, immerse yourself in an alternative Day of the Dead, or even tackle some hikes in an unexpected European mountain range. Here are 10 top places to travel in October.
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