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July is peak summer, from Mediterranean beaches to the Great Migration. Below are 10 of the best places to travel in July — where to go for the best weather, events and value, each with why it shines this month.
Timing is everything in travel, and July suits some destinations far better than others. This guide picks 10 of the best places to go in July, balancing weather, seasonal events, crowds and value — from The Azores to Banff and Hvar & Split.
10 of the Best Places to Travel in July
1. The Azores, Portugal
July brings warm, green days to the Azores, with hydrangeas in bloom, crater lakes and whale watching.
2. Banff, Canada
July is peak hiking season in Banff, with turquoise lakes and wildflower-filled trails.
3. Hvar & Split, Croatia
July delivers hot, sunny days and warm Adriatic seas for Croatia’s islands and beaches.
4. Crete, Greece
July is peak summer on Crete, with hot days, warm seas and beaches like the Balos lagoon.
5. Bali, Indonesia
July falls in Bali’s dry season, with sunny days, lush rice terraces and great surf.
6. The Serengeti, Tanzania
July is prime time for the Great Migration, as vast herds cross the Serengeti’s plains.
7. Provence, France
July is peak lavender season in Provence, when the fields turn purple under warm skies.
8. The Swiss Alps
July opens the high Alpine trails around the Jungfrau, with green meadows and snow-capped peaks.
9. Iceland
July is Iceland’s warmest month, with long days for the Ring Road, highlands and puffin colonies.
10. Zanzibar, Tanzania
July’s dry, breezy weather makes it a fine time for Zanzibar’s beaches after a Serengeti safari.
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John Morrison is the founder and lead travel writer at Packzup. Over the past decade he has explored destinations across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania — always self-funded, never on a press trip.