In need of some inspiration for your November vacation? Look no further.<\/strong><\/p>\n November can be a bit of a funny month for travel, given the impending holiday season. But here\u2019s a secret: while everyone else is busy counting down the days until the festive break, you could be off hiking in Nepal, learning about nomadic cultural traditions in India or plunging into tropical waterfalls in Australia \u2014 all without the crowds that roll in from December.\u00a0<\/p>\n Sound too good to be true? Read on to discover our favourite destinations for November.\u00a0<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve dreamt of standing on the shoulders of giants for a while now, November is the perfect time to finally tick that Nepal<\/a> trek off your list. Post-monsoon days in the Annapurna and Everest regions<\/a> are warm and sunny, while evenings are crisp and cold.<\/p>\n The rice-harvesting season is in full swing by November, so expect fields buzzing with activity, lush vegetation, clean air and excellent views of the snow-capped peaks. The teahouses and trails, normally heaving with eager hikers, are quieter during this time too as the approaching winter freeze drives foot traffic down.\u00a0<\/p>\n Bonus: for an authentic cultural experience, time your trek to pass through Tengboche in early November when the sacred Mani Rimdu festival takes place. It\u2019s a time of prayer and celebration, so expect elaborate masks and costumes, lots of dancing, and dramatisations of the triumph of Buddhism.<\/p>\n Where might you see giant tortoises patrolling the beach, bump into a sea lion while swimming or sunbathe alongside a spikey (but harmless) marine iguana?\u00a0The Galapagos<\/a>, of course! November is the tail end of the off-season<\/a> when the weather is cooler and dry, but it doesn\u2019t seem fair to call it the \u2018off\u2019 season as there\u2019s still so much to see and do.<\/p>\n Giant sea tortoises, blue-footed boobies, frigate birds and flamingos come ashore to nest, and water-based activities peak thanks to the Humbolt current which brings cooler, nutrient-rich waters and abundant marine life to the Galapagos. Look out for dolphins, whales, fur seals and whale sharks.<\/p>\n Sea lion pups, now a few months old, also start taking to the water in November and are known to be quite inquisitive about snorkellers and divers. If you\u2019re really lucky, you might be treated to a performance of their impressive aqua aerobics skills.<\/p>\n Once the scorching temperatures and monsoon rains of summer have subsided, November is the perfect time to uncover the kaleidoscope of colours, cultures and cuisines that make up this mighty country. Due to India<\/a>\u2019s size and terrain, you can still expect some variation across the country, but Rajasthan and the Golden Triangle<\/a> will be mostly dry, clear and\u00a0warm. Admire the shimmering Taj Mahal, spot tigers in Ranthambhore and float past the marble palaces of Udaipur.\u00a0<\/p>\n November also hosts one of India\u2019s most anticipated festivals. Head to the desert city of Pushkar between 9 and 15 November for the annual Pushkar Camel Fair. What started as a livestock trading event is now a grand\u00a0celebration of Rajasthan\u2019s nomadic tribes. Picture: elaborately adorned camels, dance performances and moustache competitions. Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, will also be celebrated across India in early November.<\/p>\n Picking a good time to visit Morocco<\/a> that suits the climate zones of the Sahara, the Atlas Mountains,\u00a0and<\/em>\u00a0the Atlantic coast is never eas<\/span>y. The weather varies wildly according to the season and where you plan to explore, but to experience the highlights, the cooler months from October through to April are popular among most travellers.\u00a0<\/p>\n If you\u2019re from the northern hemisphere and are in need of a decent blast of winter sun, the picturesque coastal town of Essaouira is the perfect place to put your feet up and relax. Fresh-caught fish sizzles on beachside grills, whitewashed houses with blue shutters lend a Mediterranean vibe, and you can lose hours wandering through the dozens of art galleries, workshops and souks \u2013 that\u2019s Christmas presents sorted!<\/p>\n The idea of holidaying in a country where the depths of winter are approaching may seem a little counterintuitive (unless you love winter, that is), but even for sun worshippers, Iceland<\/a> is a delight in November. The Northern Lights is the best light show on Earth, and November is one of the best months to see them. <\/p>\n Explore thermal geysers, stunning waterfalls, and epic glaciers by day, then stay up late and watch the skies dance with green lights by night. Just make sure you pack your thermals\u2026 you\u2019ll need them!<\/p>\n Australia<\/a> is so large and varied that one cannot simply say \u2018go to Australia in November\u2019 and expect the weather to be fine and dandy. That said, November is probably as close as it gets to being great weather country-wide. The tropical rainy season in the north hasn\u2019t properly settled into humid downpours yet, while the cooler southern states of Victoria and Tasmania are basking in warmer days of spring.<\/p>\n Experience rainforests, waterfalls, wineries and wildlife on an epic road trip from Sydney to Cairns; be wowed by the night skies on an Outback adventure in South Australia<\/a>, or travel to the heart of Australia<\/a> to witness its striking red landscapes.<\/p>\n Cambodia<\/a>\u2019s rainy season usually runs from June through October, so November is a great time to visit before the peak season gets into full swing. You might still experience the odd downpour, but it\u2019s worth it for thinner crowds at Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom in Siem Reap.\u00a0When you\u2019ve seen the country\u2019s ancient temples, head to Battambang cycle around rural villages, meet local farmers and uncover the flavours of Khmer cuisine. Or experience daily life in the floating villages of Tonle Sap Lake.<\/p>\n November is also a fantastic time to immerse yourself in Cambodian culture at the Bon Om Touk water festival (14-16 November), which draws millions of Cambodians to the banks of Phnom Penh\u2019s Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers to watch boat races, dance to traditional music and eat delicious food.<\/p>\n Check out our recommendations on where to travel in\u00a0October<\/a> and December<\/a>, or explore our last minute deals<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In need of some inspiration for your November vacation? Look no further. November can be a bit of a funny month for travel, given the impending holiday season. But here\u2019s a secret: while everyone else is busy counting down the days until the festive break, you could be off hiking in Nepal, learning about nomadic […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":144435,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11760],"tags":[3894,7116,542],"dealstore":[],"offerexpiration":[],"class_list":["post-144434","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-adventure","tag-november","tag-places","tag-travel"],"yoast_head":"\n1. Nepal<\/h2>\n
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2. The Galapagos, Ecuador<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\n3. Rajasthan, India<\/h2>\n
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4. Morocco<\/h2>\n
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6. Australia<\/h2>\n
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Not sure about November?<\/h2>\n