Top 5 Amazing Places to Visit this Shoulder Season

Want to catch the thrill of exciting travel, lower prices, and less crowded holiday resorts before the summer craze? This shoulder season is the best time to go. If you’ve been thinking of new places to tick off your bucket list, these are the top 5 amazing places to visit for the shoulder season. Ready to explore? Keep reading to find out.

Catch the best of the shoulder season before summer hits in full swing. Consider visiting any of these places to create unforgettable memories with your loved ones while enjoying the bliss of gentle weather, good food and seasonal festivities.

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Bali

May is the best season to visit Bali, as the rains recede and give way to the warm season. This balance offers a good blend of fair weather that makes the trip absolutely enjoyable. Visit the beaches in Bali for a nice warm dip, or take it up a notch, snorkelling, surfing, and diving in the cool waters. Outside of this, hiking is another activity you can engage in in Bali. A hike through the jungle to see the Sekumpul Waterfall will leave you awestruck, or you may consider hiking Mount Batur for a sunrise trek.

Make a stop at the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary for a refreshing feel of nature and wildlife in an unforgettable blend. The terraced rice fields in Ubud are enough sight to make the highlight of your trip, and you can cap your trip with spa trips, shopping, and dining in the local Balinese restaurants.

South Africa

The shoulder season in South Africa in May is unlike the one in Europe and America. While spring is giving way to summer in the latter, Autumn is giving way to Winter in South Africa. It’s the perfect time to see the pride of Africa – the beautiful Safari of the Big 7. You’ll get the opportunity to see animals like lions, rhinos, buffalo, and elephants in their element. You’ll catch more dramatic scenes as it’s the beginning of mating season, and the dominant males will be contesting for and mating their chosen females. You also get to see them gather around watering holes in packs.

Another highlight of your trip to SA, apart from the animals, could be the tour of the Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town, and a wine tour of the winelands. Cable car rides, safari, wine tasting, and hiking are just a few of the exciting perks you can look forward to on a trip to South Africa.

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Belize

Shoulder season in the Caribbean Sea is a thrill you don’t want to miss. You’re in for a scenic ride in the multi-diverse landscape of Belize. Whether you’re seeking a rainforest bath, mountain kike, or a dip in salty beaches and fresh waters, Belize offers it all. Catch the thrill of the chocolate festival in the district of Toledo if you’re a lover of chocolate, or go exploring marine life at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Sea Turtles, Sharks, Rays, and various tropical fish make for an outstanding sight at the reserve, and you also get the chance for a snorkel at this spot.

What’s a visit to Belize without an unforgettable visit to the world-famous Blue Hole? The shoulder season is the perfect time to see the blue hole for some scuba diving. Have a fun experience at any of the tropical resorts in Belize for the treat of a lifetime.

Balearic Islands

Spend the shoulder season in any of the Balearic Islands of Spain. Enjoy the bliss of the Mediterranean Sea right before the peak of summer before the crowds begin to fly in. Enjoy a quiet rendezvous with nature in any of the islands during the shoulder season or hike the world-famous cliffs. Whether you’re in Ibiza, Mallorca, or Formentera, you’ll find nice resorts where you can enjoy a beach sprawl out, fine dining, and a dip in the warm waters.

Take a walk through the quaint towns, exploring the local life or explore the busy life of the port city. Wherever you choose to spend your vacation, you’re sure to make the most of the shoulder season for your enjoyment.

Rome

Got Rome on your bucket list? There’s no better time than now to visit. With most visitors coming in by Summer, go participate in the Jubilee festivities ahead of the trooping crowd. There’s so much to explore in terms of culture, history and a rejuvenating spiritual experience, especially since the ascent of the new Pope. You can’t miss going to Italy this period.

Visit the Colosseum for a breathtaking view of this amazing architectural masterpiece, as well as other Vatican museums. Visit the Roseto Rose Garden to see the roses in full bloom, and enjoy a tranquil moment of peace on your vacation.

Ready to explore these 5 places for the shoulder season? At Vecta Travels, we’re here to help make the most of your trip. Contact us for your flight booking and itinerary curation for your trips.