Fall is such a beautiful season of the year. And while some places have a very distinct seasonal changes, others don’t. Therefore, check out these options if you want to have a truly amazing fall experience. Not only for the picturesque sites, but for the harvest, as well.
10. Alto Douro Region, Portugal
The region is a birthplace of port wine and also a World Herritage site, since the terraced vineyards produces grapes for 2000 years. The grape harvest is taken in September-October, so this is about a time to celebrate it by planning a trip. The wine tourism in Alto Douro is flourishing: wine tasting, good restaurants and cozy hotels will make the most memorable fall.
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9. Albanian Riviera, Albania
If you missed your summer vacation and did not get to enjoy the beach and sea enough, go to the unspoiled Albanian Riviera now. The weather is still great, crystal clear water is warm and there are much less vacationers compared to the summer season.
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8. Japan
The area around the volcano, the eye catching Japanese gardens and parks in Tokyo, Hokkaido, Nikko, Kamakura and other cities get covered in amazing colorful foliage. The seasons are very distinct in Japan, so if you want to experience a typical fall, definitely consider Japan. Many festivals take over Japan this time of the year to thank for the harvest.
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7. New England, USA
The region might be the best example of what autumn really looks like. The colorful foliage makes the nature so dramatic and appealing. The harvest of blueberries, pumpkins and corn is being taken. Special autumn trips are being offered for the visitors, that include the most beautiful routes and suggestions where to eat and stay.
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6. Prince Edward Island, Canada
The island mesmerizes with the poetic landscapes and tranquility. The Prince Edward Island National Park is a home for a variety of animals and species of plants. Take the most romantic hike on a beach this fall in the Prince Edward Island – the great place to escape urban hustle and bustle.
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5. Ring Road, Iceland
830-mile long Ring Road reveals most of the natural beauties of the country in just one ride. Now it is especially good time to go, since it doesn’t get dark – you have a daylight all day long. Beaches, valleys, waterfalls, lakes – just rent a car and go on a trip with frequent stops to hike and take a picture.
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Photo by Christian Möhrle
4. Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
Actually it is spring in this part of the world right now, but the ski season is present! If you cannot wait until winter, go there right now – the ski season is open in September and October. The Wanaka Lake alone is a stunning place with breathtaking landscapes, so if you are not a skier, you always can hike the mountains and go wine tasting at the local vineyards.
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3. Adirondacks, New York, USA
Not only the forested mountains get covered with colorful leaves that are beautiful to look at, but it is the harvest time. Harvest festivals take place in September and the farms are open for visits and tasting local food. 170-mile Olympic Trail connects Lake Ontario to Lake Champlain and is a great road to take a trip: the scenery is unforgettable.
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2. Jiuzhaigou Valley, China
Also known as Valley of Nine Villages, protected by UNESCO the national park and nature reserve is one of the most unique places in the world. It is really exciting visiting it in autumn. The colorful forests, red leaves floating in the lakes, clear sky – autumn is the most popular season to visit the place.
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1. Great Wildebeest Migration, East Africa
From July to October the animals migrate from Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park to Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve. You can plan your 10 day expedition there with TV presenter Benedict Allen. The sight is spectacular: more than two million wild animals go searching for a greener terrain, crossing over the Mara River, where crocodiles are lurking for pray.
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