Best Destinations to Visit in November 2026

Top November destinations include Southeast Asia (Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia entering dry season), Mexico (Day of the Dead plus great weather), Morocco and Jordan (comfortable temperatures), the Canary Islands (warm European escape), New Zealand (spring bloom), Caribbean islands, and early Christmas market cities like Vienna, Strasbourg, and Nuremberg. India is also excellent as monsoon ends and festivals begin.

November is one of the cheapest months to travel, particularly the first three weeks before Thanksgiving. Transatlantic flights can be 40-50% cheaper than summer, and Mediterranean hotels drop to their lowest rates. The exception is Thanksgiving week in the US (domestic travel spikes) and destinations entering their high season like the Caribbean and Southeast Asia, though even those are cheaper in early November.

Warm November destinations include Southeast Asia (Thailand, Bali at 28-32°C), the Caribbean and Mexico (26-30°C), Canary Islands (22-25°C), Middle East (Dubai, Oman at 25-30°C), North Africa (Morocco, Egypt at 20-25°C), and Southern Hemisphere spring destinations like Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa (20-28°C). India and Sri Lanka also offer warm, post-monsoon weather.

European Christmas markets typically begin opening in late November, around the last week of the month. German markets (Nuremberg, Dresden, Cologne) usually start the Friday before the first Sunday of Advent. Vienna's markets open mid-November. Strasbourg and Prague follow similar schedules. Some markets start as early as November 15th. Check specific dates each year as they can vary.

Yes, Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) on November 1-2 is one of Mexico's most spectacular cultural celebrations. The best places to experience it include Oaxaca (most elaborate celebrations), Mexico City (massive parade and altar displays), Patzcuaro and Janitzio Island (traditional lakeside ceremonies), and Mixquic. Plan and book well in advance as accommodations fill up quickly for this period.