August is one of the best months to travel to many parts of the world. It is often summer vacation for families, and there is an abundance of extra flights available during the busy summer months. Here, we list some great options for August destinations:
Best Places to Visit in August
- Croatia: For those seeking warmer weather, Croatia has average temperatures around 80 degrees Fahrenheit in August. This arguably is the busiest month to visit, but if you don’t mind some crowds you can enjoy historical sights in Dubrovnik, stunning waterfalls and lakes in Plitvice Lakes National Park, gorgeous beaches, island hopping in the Adriatic Sea, hiking and kayaking, and delicious fresh food and unique wines.
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador - Ecuador: August brings sunny, warm days and are often more dry. Visit the Galapagos Islands to see unique animals and plants, the charming colonial town of Cuenca filled with museums and shops, the cloud forest in Mindo, or Cotopaxi National Park for active volcano sightings and more.
Lencois Maranhenses National Park, Brazil - Brazil: In August, Brazil’s tropical beaches to the north and northeast offer ideal vacation opportunities. While rainfall is less during this period than other times of year, air and sea temperatures remain pleasant – many Europeans and North Americans take advantage of these resorts during this season. On the northeast coast, Ceara, Maranhao and Lencois de Marnhenses National Park are popular during this month as rain filters through sand to form thousands of sparkling lagoons. It’s truly a unique experience and the ideal way to spend your vacation.
Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe - Zimbabwe: Augist falls within dry season in Zimbabwe, so you will experience pleasantly warm days. Zimbabwe is renowned for its stunning natural attractions and thrilling safari adventures. It boasts some of Africa’s most awe-inspiring sights, including Victoria Falls – one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Zimbabwe offers visitors a plethora of attractions, but two stand out: Harare’s capital city and game viewing in Hwange, Gonarezhou and Mana Pools National Parks. Here, visitors can spot elephants, lions, buffalos and giraffes among many other wildlife species.
Valle Nevado Ski Area, Chile - Chile: It might seem counterintuitive, but if you want to see snow and do some world-class skiing in August, Chile is your place! Valle Nevado is one of the largest and most popular ski resorts in Chile, located just outside of Santiago. Portillo is another popular ski resort in Chile, known for its stunning mountain scenery and world-class skiing. It is located about two hours from Santiago.
Wawel Castle, Poland - Poland: The weather is generally warm and dry in August in Poland. Poland also offers some of the world’s best historical sights, natural wonders, and family-friendly activities. Plus, it is one of the most affordable places to visit in Europe. You can visit the Wawel Castle in Krakow, the Tatra mountains, the Baltic Sea, and the Masurian Lake district.
Peyto Lake, near Banff Alberta Canada - Canada: There are so many beautiful places to visit in Canada, particularly when the weather there is nicest (August and September). Check out our list of the Best Places in Canada to Visit for more info.
Geiranger Fjord, Norway - Norway: Summer weather is very pleasant in Norway. You can visit the famous Fjords, mountains and glaciers. Take scenic train and boat rides, amusement parks, museums, and more. Norway is very safe and family-friendly.
Azores Islands - Azores: The Azores are islands which are located off the coast of Portugal, are known for their spectacular scenery and natural beauty. Not as well known means it won’t be extremely crowded in August the way most of Europe is. Whale and dolphin watching, as well as dramatic landscapes of green mountains and volcanic lakes, are just a couple of reasons to visit.
Lake Leitisvatn (floating lake), Faroe Islands - Faroe Islands: Visiting the Faroe Islands is a unique and unforgettable experience for nature lovers and adventure seekers. The rugged landscape and stunning scenery, including dramatic cliffs, waterfalls, and fjords, are sure to leave you in awe.
Where to Avoid Going in August:
Generally, people like to avoid heavy rains when traveling, so unless you don’t mind frequent rains in August that would mean avoiding much of South East Asia (monsoon season), Florida, and some of Central America and the Caribbean. If you’d like to avoid extreme heat in August, then you may also want to avoid the Middle East and Northern Africa.
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