Travel Guides

Dubai and Egypt’s Red Sea offer the hottest, driest October weather, while Marrakech, Cyprus, the Canary Islands, Malta, Antalya and Crete suit warm autumn breaks. Zanzibar, the Maldives, Bali, Barbados, Cancún and Sri Lanka bring tropical heat, but some carry rain or hurricane-season risks.

Italy’s best beach holidays range from Sardinia’s shallow family beaches and Sicily’s mix of food, culture and coast to Puglia’s stylish beach towns, Elba’s relaxed coves, Rimini’s classic resorts and the Amalfi Coast’s scenic boat trips. Choose based on sand, nightlife, budget and travel style.

The best places to visit in October, USA for couples are Aspen, Napa Valley, Stowe, Savannah, Sedona, and Maui for fall scenery and romance.

Chiang Mai, Hoi An, Kathmandu, Siem Reap and Goa offer low-cost October trips in Asia, while Albania, Porto, Budapest, Sofia, Marrakech, Cairo and Antalya add affordable city, beach and culture breaks. Buenos Aires, Medellín and Oaxaca suit long-haul value.

Find cheap holiday destinations in October across 15 sunny destinations from the UK, featuring warm autumn weather, uncrowded resorts, and budget pricing.