The days getting shorter and the woolly jumpers and coats making a reappearance mean only one thing: autumn’s here. While there’s nothing prettier than seeing the streets of London under a carpet of golden browns, I’m happy to resist the increasingly cold weather for as long as possible.
If you’d like get some last-minute sunshine, these 5 choices will help top up your vitamin D.
Last chance sunshine in October
Hot in October – Murcia, Spain
Spain’s an obvious choice for me for so many reasons. Not only do I fall deeper in love with the country every time I visit, I adore the people, language, weather and culture.
Approximately 75km from Alicante, Murcia is on the south-eastern coast of Spain. With sunshine all year round and over 200 beaches to choose from, Murcia’s a natural autumn getaway choice.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Since Dubrovnik emerged as a promising destination, this Croatian coastal city only continues to grow in popularity.
Reasonable prices, with architectural sights from the Renaissance period and a stunning coastline on the Adriatic sea to match. Oh yes, it’s easy to see why Dubrovnik’s a good choice for some Autumn sunshine.
Antalya, Turkey
Located on the Turkish Riviera, Antalya was crowned the third most visited city in the world in 2012. Three hundred plus days of sunshine, plus history dating back to the 3rd century BC makes Antalya a firm favourite.
Jump on the cable car to catch spectacular sights from the peak of Mount Tatali. Alternatively, hire a jeep safari to get to the waterfalls and lakes. For further exploration, take a day trip to the idyllic fishing village of Kas, and make everyone jealous with your photos back home.
Akamas Peninsula, Cyprus
Despite the financial crisis in Cyprus, this hasn’t stopped travelers from heading to the small Mediterranean country. The Akamas Peninsula on the country’s west coast boasts October temperatures around 82F (28C).
Akamas offers a more serene experience. Here, travelers can appreciate the natural beauty of the landscape, and the phrase ‘chilling out’ takes on a whole new meaning. Those looking to get fit while taking in the sights can opt for a cycling holiday. Cycle-in-Cyprus is a good choice for seeing the country on your favorite bike.
5. Fes, Morocco
October’s still a good time to get plenty of sunshine in Morocco. In the northern city of Fes, the temperature’s still warm enough to see all the sights of the old medina without breaking into an unsightly sweat.
Grab a delicious Moroccan lunch, or western dish, at Cafe Clock. Browse the many markets and get a bargain, and don’t forget to see the interesting, yet smelly, tannery!
Autumn is one of the favorite season to travel the world when the colors paint everywhere. Such a great list of of destinations. Dubrovnik, Croatia & Antalya, Turkey are top on my list.
Autumn is a great season travel wise, and you’ll definitely enjoy Dubrovnik and Antalya, both gorgeous locations.
Autumn is one of my favourite season. You have mentioned offbeat destinations. I had not even heard of these places. Akamas Peninsula sound most appealing to me. I love traveling to less visited nations like Cyprus.
Cyprus is gorgeous, and a quieter place in the Med than its neighbours. I hope you visit one day for yourself.
All beautiful places to visit in autumn! I have been eyeing to go to Croatia and Morocco so this list confirms I have to make there soon before they become waaay too crowded. Autumn would be a good time to visit to escape the heat!
I love autumn for this very reason. You can always take off a layer if too hot, and put it back when too cold! Both are great autumn choices, and I hope you get to see it for yourself soon!
This is such a great list. I always have so many people ask me for sunny places to go during Autumn time and i’m usually lost for words because most of the places, especially in the Mediterranean, starts to get cold around then. Having this list helps because now I can recommend from it. Croatia and Fes seem like two exotic destinations that even I would like to visit some day.
You won’t be disappointed. Croatia and Fes are great choices, and I’m sure you’ll enjoy it!
Thank you for giving me a rationalization for planning a trip to one of these gorgeous destinations! We all need more Vitamin D so visiting these spots would be healthy, which is awesome! The photos are stunning.
Thank you! We all need some vitamin D, especially when the days become shorter. Hope you get to visit some of these places!
Of course I wish that it was still summer, but nothing will stop mother nature from dropping snow behind my house. I would love to check out Turkey and the Mediterranean. To me, they’re the epitome of a beautiful sunset, vitamin D, and comfort!
You’re getting snow already?! Wow, winter’s come early for you. Yes, the Mediterranean is gorgeous and with plenty of vitamin D!
Agh, I have wanted to go to Croatia and Antalya especially the last few months. I have been to several of the other places, and was told by someone in Morocco that Moroccan oil is actually a natural sunblock, HAHAHAHAHA!!!!! I roasted like I was a Turkey gettin baked for Thanksgiving. Love the post and the photos are fabulous. Visiting all these places will certainly get your Vitamin D levels up.
I never knew that!! Thanks for letting me know; I love Moroccan oil for my hair, but as a sunblock?! Even better!
Where is Yorkshire on this list? lol. I agree that Morocco and Fes is best visited in Autumn when you’re not sweating whilst getting lost in the medina. I’m heading to Dubrovnik soon so will hopefully enjoy some pleasant fall weather there. Antalya sounds like a very interesting destination in Turkey, I’ve never heard of it but will pass through Turkey soon. I’ll add it to my Turkey bucket list!
Haha, next time! Oh you must see Antalya, it’s so picturesque, plus you’ll take at least a thousand photos when you’re there!
Wow. These five places are amazing. There are must visits. Cyprus Akamas Peninsula has a beautiful landscape. And Murica is for everyone. Autumn can never get better in these places. I’d love to explore all of these five places some day.
Ah there’s plenty of time Kathy! The Cyprus peninsula is gorgeous, I’d go back in a heartbeat!
These are interesting destinations that you’ve picked out. Spain is number one on my bucket list, but if I must choose only one from this list, it would’ve to be Dubrovnik. The city is not only naturally beautiful but the cultural heritage is what interests me the most!
It’s a good choice! Dubrovnik is so pretty if a little touristy now. Still, I highly recommend going!
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