The 10 Best Destinations for Group Travel

Quick answer: The easiest places to travel as a group are Iceland, Costa Rica, Portugal, Italy and Thailand — lots to do, easy logistics and options for every budget.

Iceland

Best months: Jun–Aug · 9–13°C days · rainy (ERA5 climate data)

A self-drive Ring Road trip with a packed van is a perfect group adventure.

Costa Rica

Best months: Jan–Mar · 16–26°C days · dry (ERA5 climate data)

Adventure, beaches and wildlife with something for every energy level.

Portugal

Best months: Jun–Aug · 18–28°C days · dry (ERA5 climate data)

Affordable, varied and easy, with great group villas.

Italy

Best months: Apr–Jun · 13–23°C days · rainy (ERA5 climate data)

A Tuscan or Amalfi villa plus food and culture — a classic group trip.

Thailand

Best months: Dec–Feb · 22–32°C days · dry (ERA5 climate data)

Cheap, varied and fun, from islands to cities.

Mexico

Best months: Dec–Feb · 7–23°C days · dry (ERA5 climate data)

All-inclusives or a CDMX-and-coast combo suit big groups.

Croatia

Best months: Jun–Aug · 22–31°C days · dry (ERA5 climate data)

Island-hopping and a sailing trip down the Dalmatian coast.

Greece

Best months: Sep–Nov · 15–24°C days · dry (ERA5 climate data)

Island-hopping with beaches, history and nightlife.

Japan

Best months: Sep–Nov · 14–22°C days · rainy (ERA5 climate data)

Efficient transport and endless variety for an organized group.

Spain

Best months: Apr–Jun · 12–25°C days · some rain (ERA5 climate data)

Cities, beaches and food with great-value group apartments.

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