In September, Canada enjoys its Indian summer as the maples turn red. In Italy, the crowds have left the coast and terrace tables are available again. The Mediterranean shimmers with turquoise hues, reminiscent of the Pacific. Why not head off to French Polynesia? In Namibia, it’s the end of the dry season, the waterholes are running low, and the animals gather together, a delight for photographers. Indonesia has shed many of its visitors. Java, Bali and Lombok are all yours.
Poets are often right, especially when they evoke the magnetic beauty of Canada in September. The famed Indian summer covers the country in a thousand warm hues. Orange, yellow and red make up the main colours of the maples and other deciduous trees. Temperatures begin to drop, though they have not yet reached the negative depths of the coming months. Travellers therefore enjoy ideal conditions, especially in Quebec and Ontario. From wild open spaces to the parks of major cities in the centre and east, tranquillity returns, as August tourists return to go back to school or work. A real gem.
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When schoolchildren return to their classrooms and the trees take on golden hues, it's comforting to be able to count on the warmth of a welcoming refuge. September in Italy offers exactly that. The Mediterranean climate of the peninsula lets the summer warmth linger. From the lakes of the north to the olive groves of Sicily, passing through the narrow streets of Trastevere and the winding roads of the Amalfi Coast, the climate encourages travellers to enjoy the simple pleasures of Italy.
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An idyllic archipelago at the edge of the world, French Polynesia feels like a promised land in these often gloomy times. Fleeing September all the way to the South Pacific is a brilliant idea. The climate is ideal for enjoying the countless aquatic and nature activities the islands offer. The dry season brings mild temperatures and if the heat ever becomes too intense, a dip in the sea or a refreshing trade wind provides instant relief.
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The majesty of the landscapes, the play of light and the abundance of wildlife make Namibia a favourite destination for lovers of Mother Nature. In September, these three elements align perfectly. At this time of year, the days are as warm and bright as the nights are cool and invigorating. The conditions are ideal for observing and photographing zebras, oryx or kudus gathering around the last remaining waterholes. Travelling across Namibia's vast, often uninhabited expanses, guarantees ever-changing scenery that shifts between the red of the sand dunes, the mauve of the mountains, and the blue of the ocean, ultimately coming together to form a giant rainbow.
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The Indonesian archipelago is made up of a chain of islands as diverse as the ethnic groups and religions that inhabit them. In September, pleasant temperatures take centre stage while the impatient clouds keep their distance a little longer. From Sumatra to Lombok, via Bali and Java, the equatorial climate is a delight inviting travellers to savour every moment. With tourist crowds largely gone, the islands open up for a wilder, more intimate and more authentic exploration.
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