--- title: These Are The Best Places to Travel in October description: There’s more outdoor adventure to be had outside New England, before the winds of winter creep in. canonical: https://time.com/4953719/best-places-travel-october/ author: TIME article:opinion: false article:content_tier: free article:published_time: 2017-09-25T14:31:51.000Z article:modified_time: 2026-10-08T09:53:28.038Z og:title: These Are The Best Places to Travel in October og:description: There is more to autumn than New England og:url: https://time.com/4953719/best-places-travel-october/ og:site_name: TIME og:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltb881ffc519f76f64/6988defcfb4eac7076893d55/taipei-skyline.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=16:9 og:image:width: 5100 og:image:height: 2869 og:image:alt: Taipei city og:type: article twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:title: These Are The Best Places to Travel in October twitter:description: There is more to autumn than New England twitter:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltb881ffc519f76f64/6988defcfb4eac7076893d55/taipei-skyline.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=16:9 ---  # These Are The Best Places to Travel in October > Sponsored content. 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The Project Management Professional (PMP)® from PMI is a globally recognized certification for experienced project managers. For those newer to the field, PMI's Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® is a common starting point. Other notable certifications include those focused on agile methodologies, such as the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)®, and program management certifications like the Program Management Professional (PgMP)®. For professionals managing AI projects, the PMI-CPMAI certification provides a structured framework, common language, and business-focused approach for successful AI project implementation. #### How does PMI support career growth for professionals? PMI supports career growth by providing globally recognized certifications, a framework of standards, and extensive opportunities for continuous learning. Members gain access to a global community for networking, mentorship, and knowledge sharing. The organization also produces research and thought leadership on emerging trends, helping professionals stay current with skills in areas like AI, agile practices, and strategic business management. These resources are designed to help professionals at all levels enhance their skills and advance their careers. #### What is the PMBOK® Guide? The PMBOK® Guide, or A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, is PMI’s foundational guide to generally accepted project management knowledge and practice. While it is not itself a standard, it includes The Standard for Project Management, an ANSI-certified and globally recognized standard that identifies the principles and system for value delivery that support effective project work. 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The PMP is for experienced project managers and requires a combination of formal education and years of documented project leadership experience, making it a more advanced and globally recognized certification. #### How does PMI support social impact? PMI supports social impact by helping individuals, nonprofits, NGOs, and communities use project management to turn purpose into measurable outcomes. Through the PMI Educational Foundation, PMI expands access to project management education for youth worldwide, including underserved and underrepresented populations. Through Project Managers Without Borders, PMI connects chapters and volunteers with nonprofits and NGOs that need project management expertise to strengthen the effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability of social initiatives. 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MONEY VIDEO_ by [Lindsey Olander / Travel + Leisure](https://time.com/author/travel-leisure/) ## Lindsey Olander / Travel + Leisure Sep 25, 2017 2:31 PM UTC MONEY VIDEO by [Lindsey Olander / Travel + Leisure](https://time.com/author/travel-leisure/) ## Lindsey Olander / Travel + Leisure Sep 25, 2017 2:31 PM UTC As the warmer days of September transition into the brisk afternoons of October, leaves begin to change and coat the sidewalks, menus swap lemonades for pumpkin spice lattes, and tank tops and sandals are switched out for sweaters and scarves. October is a beautiful month to travel, when you can—and should—take advantage of the colors, smells, and sights of harvest season, festival season, and the chance to spend those last few comfortable days outdoors. Fall foliage peaks in October, especially in the eastern United States. Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains is a favorite for road trippers—leaves here turn vibrant shades of red, yellow, and orange and the landscape exudes a golden glow. [Acadia National Park](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/best-national-parks-fall-foliage), in Maine, is another great destination, where visitors can take hikes into the mountains to spot wildlife, colorful surrounding forests, and distant Bar Harbor. But there’s more outdoor adventure to be had [outside New England](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/top-fall-destinations-besides-new-england), before the winds of winter creep in. Queenstown, on New Zealand’s South Island, is a mecca for thrill-seekers thanks to nearby Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding Southern Alps—ideal for boating, hiking, biking, or even skydiving. Meanwhile, over in the British Isles, rainy Ireland is at its most lush, and visitors can take it all in on a drive down its scenic western coast. October brings festival season to many of America’s beloved towns. California’s Napa and Sonoma Valleys kick into high gear with parties and food gatherings that celebrate the arrival of the harvest. Nashville, another [favorite fall destination](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/americas-best-cities-for-fall-travel/), is lauded for events honoring its musical roots. Further west, thousands of people gather in New Mexico for Albuquerque’s annual balloon fiesta. Of course, art is a hit year-round. Cities like Taipei and Istanbul are hot new destinations for checking out contemporary art shows and pop-up galleries. Before the winter holidays commandeer your end-of-year travel plans, consider getting away this October. And don’t miss our recommendations for places to travel in September, [August](http://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/summer-vacations/best-places-travel-august), and [July](http://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/summer-vacations/best-places-travel-july), too. ## Taipei, Taiwan  Asia, Taiwan, Taipei City, View of Taipei skyline at night. JTB Photo—UIG / Getty Images An industrial metropolis once shrouded in smog, Taipei has [emerged](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/best-places-to-travel-in-2016/32) into a global city, with an efficient transportation system and restaurants, architecture, and an arts scene to rival Singapore’s. This 2016 World Design Capital is taking its designation very seriously: OMA is putting the finishing touches on the new Taipei Performing Arts Centre and galleries are showcasing more regional artists. Meanwhile, the cuisine is considered to be some of the best in Asia. [Din Tai Fung](http://www.dintaifung.com.tw/en/) is an institution for its legendary dumplings, while the unique presentations of traditional Taiwanese hot pot at Lau Jio are a favorite of director Ang Lee. ## Richmond, Virginia  A view of the Blue Ridge Mountains emerging from the morning fog are seen from the Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, October 25, 2012. MLADEN ANTONOV—AFP / Getty Images [Skyline Drive](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/top-fall-destinations-besides-new-england), a leisurely route that winds its way past the pastoral Blue Ridge Mountains in Shenandoah National Park, is considered one of America’s [best road trips](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/americas-best-fall-foliage-drives/10), especially in the fall, when the creeper vines and dogwoods transform. There are a number of hikes along the way for those looking to get their blood flowing. After your fill of nature, head east to the [historic capital](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/best-places-to-travel-in-2016/48), where brisk days can be spent touring monuments from the Civil War and the city’s numerous gastropubs and craft breweries, before bedding down at the art-focused [Quirk Hotel](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/the-quirk-hotel-richmond). ## Cartagena, Colombia  Cartagena de Indias in Caribbean Coast Region. Mariusz Kluzniak—Getty Images The tropical city of Cartagena is warm year-round, and though October is considered its rainiest month, rarely does it pour all day. This [beloved port town](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/best-places-to-travel-in-2015/44) is famous for its Spanish-colonial architecture and local culture, from Caribbean music and dance to modern art and some of the best ceviche in Latin America. Head to Bocagrande, where design hotels and beautiful beaches draw attractive crowds, or take a stroll through El Centro’s cobbled lanes, lined with buzzy cocktail lounges, or along the 17th-century walls overlooking the sea. If you’ve got time, Cartagena is the perfect [jumping-off point](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/journeys-colombia) for exploration of this vibrant nation. ## Acadia National Park, Maine  Sand Beach, Acadia NP, Maine, ME, USA MyLoupe—UIG / Getty Images When it comes to seeking out autumn’s best foliage, [Acadia National Park](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/most-visited-national-parks/2), in coastal Maine, is considered one of the best places to go. Bike the carriage roads or [hike](http://www.travelandleisure.com/local-experts/maine/best-day-hikes-maines-acadia-national-park) its many forested trails, which look out over the Atlantic, Bar Harbor, as well as the islands’ many inlets. The park is also known for its abundance of [wildlife](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/best-national-parks-for-wildlife-spotting/11), from red fox to seals and the rare bald eagle. Through mid-October, bird-watching enthusiasts enjoy Hawk Watch season on top of Cadillac Mountain, where peregrine falcons can be spotted riding the air currents. ## Istanbul, Turkey  Tanatat Pongphibool—Getty Images Everything comes together for Istanbul in October: low rates, fewer crowds, and spectacular weather. A [blossoming contemporary art scene](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/istanbul-travel) has recently taken hold of the city, from September’s Biennial to the gallery spaces popping up around the Beyoğlu district, not to mention the surge of high-end hotels. The place to stay right now: the glamorous [Soho House Istanbul](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/it-list-the-best-new-hotels/27), occupying the former American Consulate, complete with three restaurants, a rooftop pool, and the exclusive Embassy Club, where the city’s starlets hold court. ## Nashville, Tennessee  Aerial night skyline of Nashville, Tennessee, 2010. Buyenlarge—Getty Images That Nashville was voted 2015’s [Destination of the Year](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/destination-of-the-year-readers-choice) by T+L readers speaks to the city’s endless appeal. Music City is beautiful [any time of year](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/video-five-things-to-do-in-nashville), but October might be best to enjoy its cooler temperatures, colorful leaves, and fall festivals such as the Independent Music Fest, which spotlights both emerging and established bands and songwriters. Seasonal events aside, Music City has [endless opportunities](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/what-to-eat-drink-and-do-in-nashville) to entertain, from restaurants like Husk and Hattie B’s to music meccas including the Country Music Hall of Fame and the legendary Bluebird Cafe, where Taylor Swift was first discovered. ## Lima, Peru  General view of the Plaza Mayor in Lima on September 11, 2013 in Lima, Peru. Raul Sifuentes—LatinContent / Getty Images Peru’s coastal capital is a study in contrasts, where pre-Columbian heritage coexist with a contemporary art scene, high-fashion boutiques, and [progressive restaurants](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/virgilio-martinez-peru-nos-restaurant) churning out some of South America’s most exciting dishes. October signals the tail end of Peru’s dry season as well as the Lord of the Miracles annual procession, one of the largest in the Americas. Honoring the Peruvian image of a black Christ painted in colonial times (which survived an earthquake in 1746), believers clad in purple process through the streets as vendors peddle food and candy. Another must: a Pisco sour and ceviche at any _picantería_ in Miraflores. ## Napa and Sonoma Valley, California  The trees and grapevines in Napa Valley begin to turn color on October 30, 2014, near Calistoga, California. George Rose—Getty Images Fall is the perfect time to visit California wine country, when the summer crowds have finally dissipated and harvests have just begun. Take stock of [all that’s happening in Sonoma](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/fall-wine-events-sonoma) to celebrate the season, from October harvest parties to hikes and pig roasts. Over in Napa, a new scene has [emerged](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/new-undiscovered-napa-valley), where wineries and hotels have been reinvented into next-generation spaces of design. Cases in point: the LEED-certified Odette Estate, with its glassed-in visitor’s center and living roof; Snøhetta’s new Modernist touch to Thomas Keller’s venerable [French Laundry](http://www.thomaskeller.com/tfl); and Charlie Palmer’s new [Harvest Inn](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/charlie-palmer-talks-new-hotel-napa-valley), complete with a restaurant and bar. ## Western Ireland  View of hills and beach at low tide, Drum West, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Munster, Ireland, November Robert Canis—Getty Images Festival season overtakes Ireland’s cities come fall. In October, Belfast hosts its International Arts Festival; Cork hosts a Guinness Jazz Festival; and Dublin, the capital, celebrates its annual Theatre Festival. However, rainfall is also common this time of year—but what better way to take a tour of Ireland than when it’s at its most green and lush? The scenic [Wild Atlantic Way](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/best-places-to-travel-in-2015/17) road traces the western coastline, passing some of Ireland’s most bucolic regions like Connemara and the [picture-perfect Dingle peninsula](http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/photo-tour-dingle-peninsula-ireland). Just be sure to bring your jacket. ## Botswana, Africa  Village in the Okavango Delta, Botswana Yann Arthus-Bertrand—Getty Images / Yann Arthus-Bertrand October’s rising temperatures drive away many tourists from Botswana, but those that brave the heat will be duly rewarded. Dry season is prime time for big game safaris, when vegetation is sparse and the Okavango Delta’s floodplains recede to concentrated watering holes, where high densities of wildlife—elephants, lion, giraffe, zebra and buffalo, to name a few—gather. As for where to say, we love the intimacy of the four-tent [Selinda Explorers Camp](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/new-safari-camp-goes-back-to-basicsthough-still-with-persian-rugs) as well as San Camp, overlooking Makgadikgadi Pans National Park (a [Taylor Swift](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/taylor-swift-wildest-dreams-video-botswana) favorite.) ## Santa Fe, New Mexico  Fountain and courtyard in Southwest adobe home,Turquoise Bear Inn, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA Jon Lovette—Getty Images It doesn’t get more American Southwest than Santa Fe, awash in clay-colored adobe homes, boutiques selling pottery and art, and [quirky locals](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/santa-fes-local-characters). The sweet spot to visit is between September and November, when the temperatures are comfortable, chile harvest season gets underway, and the festival circuit is at an all-time high. October, especially, packs a double-whammy: the [Santa Fe Independent Film Festival](http://santafeindependentfilmfestival.com/) highlights New Mexican and American films (past guests have included George R.R. Martin and Gena Rowlands), while, a quick drive south, over 700,000 spectators gather for the [Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta](http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/events-calendar-art-music-festivals)—the largest of its kind. ## Queenstown, New Zealand  Sunset over Queenstown on Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand zstockphotos—Getty Images / iStockphoto Spring has sprung in the Southern Hemisphere, and the ski crowds are wrapping up their season on New Zealand’s [South Island](http://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/global-hot-spots/new-zealand-south-island-tourism-boom-instagram). You’ll still see snow on the mountains that frame this resort town edging the Southern Alps, but flowers will already be in full bloom, especially in the Queenstown Gardens. In Queenstown, often referred to as the adrenaline capital of the world, visitors bungee jump, skydive, canyon swing, mountain bike, and paraglide. For a more relaxing experience, spend a week at the [Aro Ha Wellness Retreat](http://aro-ha.com/), where yoga and meditation classes are held against a _Lord of the Rings_ backdrop. _This_ [_article_](http://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/fall-vacations/best-places-travel-october#istanbul-turkey) _originally appeared on_ [_TravelandLeisure.com_](http://travelandleisure.com) ## Transcript [ MUSIC ] [ MUSIC ] [ MUSIC ] [ MUSIC ] [ MUSIC ] [ MUSIC ] ```json [{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"NewsArticle","@id":"https://time.com/4953719/best-places-travel-october/","mainEntityOfPage":{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https://time.com/4953719/best-places-travel-october/"},"headline":"These Are The Best Places to Travel in October","datePublished":"2017-09-25T14:31:51.000Z","dateModified":"2026-10-08T09:53:28.038Z","description":"There is more to autumn than New England","url":"https://time.com/4953719/best-places-travel-october/","keywords":["Living","Travel","onetime","onetimetravel"],"thumbnailUrl":"https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltb881ffc519f76f64/6988defcfb4eac7076893d55/taipei-skyline.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1200:675&height=675","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Lindsey Olander / Travel + Leisure"}],"articleSection":"","image":[{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltb881ffc519f76f64/6988defcfb4eac7076893d55/taipei-skyline.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1200:675&height=675","width":1200,"height":675,"headline":"Taipei city","caption":"Taipei city","creditText":"JTB Photo—UIG / Getty Images","representativeOfPage":true}],"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Time","url":"https://time.com/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://time.com/images/logo.png","width":528,"height":156},"foundingDate":"March 3, 1923","sameAs":["https://www.facebook.com/time","https://www.instagram.com/time/?hl=en","https://twitter.com/time","https://www.pinterest.com/timemagazine"]}},{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"item":{"@id":"/tag/time-section-living/","name":"Living"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"item":{"@id":"https://time.com/4953719/best-places-travel-october/","name":"These Are The Best Places to Travel in October"}}]},{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"VideoObject","name":"5 Incredible Vacation Spots That Are Surprisingly Cheap Now","description":"MONEY VIDEO","thumbnailUrl":"https://cdn.jwplayer.com/v2/media/bcCwH3ni/poster.jpg?width=720","uploadDate":"2017-09-22T20:16:27.000Z","contentUrl":"https://cdn.jwplayer.com/manifests/bcCwH3ni.m3u8","embedUrl":"https://time.com/4953719/best-places-travel-october/","duration":"PT1M52S","potentialAction":{"@type":"SeekToAction","target":"https://time.com/4953719/best-places-travel-october/?jw_start={seek_to_second_number}","startOffset-input":"required name=seek_to_second_number"}}] ```