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The Best Vacation Destinations You Need to Visit this October

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Longing for a wonderful fall getaway? These are the best places you should consider traveling to.

From India to Iceland, the world is offering you alluring and wanderlust-worthy vacation destinations that you certainly need to put on your bucket list for the autumn months to come.

Click on Next to reveal 10 of the best places to go this October

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Jaipur, India

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The Indian monsoon season ends in October, making this month perfect for visiting the country especially that it’s when the weather is perfectly balanced.

Explore Jaipur in Western India and discover incredible shopping, bejeweled palaces, and elephant sanctuaries. Also, consider staying in the luxury 5-star Alila Fort Bishangarh.

It’s one of the best hotels in the region and its loads of charm are just breathtakingly irresistible.

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Holland

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To have a vacation that feels like if it’s coming straight out of a storybook, pack your coat and book a flight to Holland to welcome the most magical autumn in the world.

This October, Holland is expected to have a perfectly balanced weather to let you explore its popular food markets, local shops, and canals at ease. There actually so many places to see and things to do, so you’ll certainly want to come back again.

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Formentera, Spain

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October is the best time of the year to visit southern Spain. Not only you’ll avoid summer crowds, but you’ll get to enjoy stunning beaches and ideal swimming temperatures until the end of the month. Unlike Ibiza, Formentera doesn’t have luxury hotels or nightclubs, making an ideal destination for a laid-back European escape.

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North Adams, Massachusetts

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This little town in the Berkshires is a delightful getaway that doesn’t require a passport. North Adams is at its best in October when the leaf-peeping season is at its peak. You may want to rent a car for a lovely drive along the Mohawk Trail.

Although small, North Adams has plenty to offer, including the country’s largest contemporary art museum, in addition to galleries, cafes, bookshops, and more.

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Iceland

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October marks the return of the Northern Lights, making it the best time to visit Iceland. For a further enchanting experience, book a room at one of the country’s most popular hotels, the Retreat at Blue Lagoon.

This place offers natural drama with earthy, graceful rooms. While there, don’t forget to enjoy a night swim while watching the aurora or visit the hotel’s roof to experience the real magic of Iceland’s night sky.

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Santa Barbara, California

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Fall is actually the real best time to visit Santa Barbara and soak in California’s most stunning sunsets. This beach town is the ideal destination for a relaxed yet fulfilling vacation. Plus, it offers lovely wine tasting rooms, galleries, cafes, and shops, in addition to various amazing activities, including paddle boarding, wine tasting, or horseback riding.

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Upstate New York

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Visiting Upstate New York to view the magnificently colorful foliage is the best way to truly enjoy the charms of the fall. Consider staying at the Brentwood Hotel, which a new type of boutique hotel.

Thanks to its location (next to America’s oldest horse-racing track), you’ll be able to watch thoroughbreds exercising around the gallops while savoring your breakfast.

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Oman

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Avoid the high heat of summer by traveling to Oman and exploring everything it has to offer in October. Make your visit count by booking a room at the high-altitude hotel, the Anantara Al Jabar Al Akhdar, where you can get atmospheric meals, amazing views, a large pool, and delicious cocktails.

And if you don’t want to spend your vacation chilling and sightseeing, hike the scenic Jebel Akhdar trails.

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Beirut, Lebanon

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Lebanon’s capital is a favorite among many American travelers. The smartest of them book flights in October when the temperatures are more pleasant and accommodations are more affordable than other seasons. Visitors instantly fall in the charms of Beirut’s colonial French buildings and rich history.

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Casablaca, Morocco

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Casablanca’s allure goes far beyond the Hollywood film which it’s famously linked to. This Moroccan city’s charming architecture, traditional souks, lively spice markets, and vibrant nightlife are what keep attracting tourists from all over the world.

For a well-rounded trip, make a reservation at the luxury seaside retreat the Four Seasons, which is only a short drive from Casablanca’s most interesting attractions.

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