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Consider your interests (culture, nature, adventure, relaxation), budget, available time, season and weather, visa requirements, and current events. Make a list of must-have experiences, research destinations that offer them, and choose based on practical factors like flight costs and safety. Don't overthink it, sometimes the best trips come from spontaneous choices!
Best times vary by destination: Europe (May-June, September), Southeast Asia (November-February), Japan (March-May for cherry blossoms, October-November for fall colors), South America (March-May, September-November), Australia/New Zealand (September-April). Consider shoulder seasons for fewer crowds and better prices.
For international trips, start planning 3-6 months ahead. Book flights 2-3 months in advance for best prices, accommodations 1-3 months ahead (earlier for peak season), and activities 2-4 weeks before travel. Some destinations like Galapagos or African safaris need 6-12 months advance planning.
Underrated destinations gaining attention include Slovenia (Alpine beauty without the crowds), Faroe Islands (dramatic landscapes), Guatemala (Mayan culture and volcanoes), Albania (Mediterranean coastline at budget prices), Taiwan (food scene and mountains), and Uzbekistan (Silk Road architecture).
Stay in neighborhoods where locals live, eat at restaurants without English menus or tourist photos, visit markets early in the morning with locals, take public transportation, learn basic local phrases, ask locals for recommendations, explore beyond the main tourist areas, and book experiences through local operators rather than international tour companies.
It depends on your travel style and destination. Book in advance: flights, first few nights accommodation, visas, and popular activities. Leave flexible: day-to-day activities, restaurants, transportation between cities (in flexible destinations), and extra days for spontaneous discoveries. High season and popular destinations require more advance booking.