Choosing Vacations in 2026: Best Countries by Month

Travel guide Inna Shut shared with our colleagues at 86.RU which countries and when are best to visit for vacation in 2026. Tours can be planned now. The expert explained where it will be comfortable to go diving, where to go for romance, and where for carnivals.

January

1. Maldives: ideal conditions for diving and relaxation.

2. Sri Lanka: warm sea and scenic beaches.

3. Thailand: tropical climate and numerous attractions.

February

1. Thailand: long sunny days and warm sea.

2. Maldives: excellent choice for romantic vacation.

3. Philippines: beautiful islands and clean water.

March

1. Thailand: mild climate and developed infrastructure.

2. Mauritius: luxurious beaches and high level of service.

3. Sri Lanka: great time for surfing and walks.

April

1. Cuba: vibrant carnivals and warm Caribbean Sea.

2. Seychelles: secluded beaches and unique nature.

3. UAE: modern resorts and luxurious hotels.

May

1. Egypt: warm sea and affordable prices.

2. UAE: excellent conditions for family vacation.

3. Seychelles: perfect place for honeymoon.

June

1. Tanzania: safari and beaches of Zanzibar.

2. Tunisia: warm Mediterranean Sea and historical attractions.

3. Montenegro: scenic bays and cozy beaches.

July

1. Tanzania: long season for beach vacation.

2. Turkey: popular resorts and developed infrastructure.

3. Egypt: warm Red Sea and diving.

August

1. Tunisia: peak of beach season and numerous attractions.

2. Montenegro: cozy beaches and scenic landscapes.

3. Cyprus: warm sea and developed tourist infrastructure.

September

1. Tanzania: excellent time for beach vacation.

2. Turkey: velvet season and moderate prices.

3. Egypt: warm sea and excellent conditions for diving.

October

1. UAE: start of tourist season and comfortable conditions.

2. Egypt: mild climate and excellent beaches.

3. Mauritius: luxurious resorts and high level of service.

November

1. UAE: long season for beach vacation.

2. Egypt: mild climate and excellent conditions for vacation.

3. Cuba: warm Caribbean Sea and vibrant carnivals.

December

1. Sri Lanka: warm sea and scenic beaches.

2. Philippines: beautiful islands and clean water.

3. Thailand: tropical climate and numerous attractions.

Earlier, experts advised where to go on vacation in 2026 without making a mistake. Travel guides suggest considering the Maldives instead of the usual Turkey.