10 Best Places to Travel in Summer 2025

Whether you are in a steep valley in the mountains or a tropical beach washed by waves, there are exciting water sports and recreational activities everywhere in Japan in summer.

Every summer, Mount Fuji offers its hiking trails to watch the sunrise over the Pacific Ocean from the summit, where can also enjoy a cruise on Lake Kawaguchi. Beautiful beaches in Okinawa and its nearby islands, where the environment is very suitable for snorkeling or scuba diving.

The splendid fireworks display is a special experience that you must not miss. In July and August, fireworks can be seen everywhere, from small towns to bustling cities. Anywhere you visit in Japan in the summer, you may encounter surprise festivals and events without notice. This joyful and carnival atmosphere will take the heat out of the climate and make it easier for you to spend the hot summer in Japan.

Summer is the best time to visit Peru when the winds and the temperatures are perfect. Whether you are a history lover, an adventurer, or a wilderness photographer, you will find something in Peru that will satisfy all your desires. 

Discover the fun of the land of alpacas, the mysteries of the deep rainforest, and the miracles of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. From jungle adventure to sea surfing, from ancient trail hiking to grassland horse racing, from volcano climbing to mountain biking. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy every day in Peru!

The Isla Ballestas Islands are home to a vibrant wildlife population and over 50 million seabirds, making them the "Bird Islands". Wildlife lovers can take a yacht to see these lovely creatures up close. From white-bearded Inca terns to round sea lions and dolphins, to Humboldt penguins, Peruvian boobies, and brightly colored pelicans.

China is a vast country with a variety of landscapes, not only with historical monuments but also with beautiful natural landscapes. The famous Tianchi Pond, the spectacular waterfalls, and the quiet valley forests are the charm of Changbai Mountain, especially in summer.

Yili is the main road of the Silk Road in history and summer is the best time to visit there. Due to the large temperature difference between day and night in Yili, you can not only enjoy the beautiful natural scenery but also enjoy all kinds of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables.

Lugu Lake, located in Yunnan, is also well worth visiting. The blue water of the lake is surrounded by mountains, and the scenery there will surely make you forget to go back. In addition, there are also hospitable Mosuo people there, you can sit down and chat with them and drink tea to experience the unique slow pace of life there.

From the archaeological sites of Pantheon to the dreamy blue of Santorini, Summer is the season for vacations with beautiful scenery, pleasant climate, and each island is as precious as a pearl and emerald.

There is a lighthouse in Chania, which lights up the whole town at night. One of the best times to go there is in summer. You can walk over a long stretch of the dike, listen to the sound of the waves, watch the sunset and give yourself to nature.

Here you can feel the relaxation. Elafonisi is one of the famous beaches nearby with its unique light pink sand. In the morning, with a sunshade, and folding beach loungers, you can enjoy the purest of the beach. In addition to lazing in the sun on the beach, kayaking, surfing, and various water sports are also very popular on the Greek beach. Especially the small inflatable kayaks, which do not require much skill to swim in the blue water.

South Africa is a country that blends the urban and the wild. Here you can experience life and watch wildlife hunting tours. Because the climate at this time is drier and cooler, winter becomes an ideal hiking and outdoor adventure season.

If you are a wildlife lover, then you should definitely visit South Africa in this season. At this time, the jungle is not so dense. Thirsty animals gather around water sources, just in time for tourists to feast their eyes on them.

In addition, Winter in South Africa will give you a different kind of flavor. A driving tour is also a very good choice. If you have enough time, try renting a car to feel the breeze on the famous Garden Route. On one side of the road is the sea and on the other side is the land, they alternate to give you a different view.

Besides sunny beaches, there is much charm to find in Spain's summer. See flamenco dancing in Seville, head to the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea, or visit the Malaga for its rich history.

The sights of Malaga are in the old town, close to the port. The most famous castles, ancient Roman theaters, and cathedrals are located in the old Jewish quarter, within walking distance of each other. If you have more time, take a walk along the coastal boulevard under the castle to the harbor, where you will find one of Malaga's proudest sunny beaches, Playa de La Malagueta, with its soft sand.

You can also go to the Alcazaba Castle, built in the Arabian style. The lower layer with gardens and palaces, while the upper is very large and mainly a military castle. You can walk from both sides of the castle to the high point. This building is built on the hill of Hill Brafaro, where you can get a bird's eye view of the whole city and the beautiful beach.

You can feel the magnificent summer amorous feelings, experience the bold and unrestrained enthusiasm of Mongolian people, and enjoy the freedom and leisure of summer.

When the livestock are fattened up in summer, the Naadam festival is held to celebrate the harvest in Mongolia. During the day the colorful flags fly on the grassland and the brave Mongolian men participate in various ethnic traditional events. At night, all the people wear festive costumes and dance around the bonfire to the sound of the horse-head fiddle.

If you want to get a deeper understanding of Mongolian culture and experience the local life, you can visit the local herdsmen's homes. You can take part in all kinds of interesting activities, such as tasting milk tea, milking cows and feeding lambs. It must be an unprecedented experience to have a passionate tug-of-war game or lawn football with Mongolians.

In the summer in Iceland, the sun and the breeze will kiss your face and a feeling of physical and mental relaxation will come over you. At this time, it has long daylight hours and plenty of sunshine, making it ideal for sightseeing trips.

Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is a city that combines modernity and traditional style. Here, you can visit Icelandic architecture such as the Hallgrimskirkja and the Harpa Concert Center, wander the street market and find a special sweater. It is also a good choice to go for a walk at Lake Tjornin, where you can feel the slow life of Icelanders.

Langjokull is the closest glacier to the capital. Driving a snowmobile in the endless glacier land, the beautiful glaciers on the way will definitely surprise you. Glaciers are just the most common natural scenery in Iceland, and there are volcanoes, waterfalls, black beaches, glacial lakes, midnight sun and so on, waiting for you to explore.

June to September is the winter season in Costa Rica, which also becomes the "green season" with sudden rains that do not last long.

There are tropical rainforests, volcanoes, and islands here, which create a leisurely tropical lifestyle. Expectant travelers can enjoy all kinds of beautiful scenery and participate in a variety of activities. These are undoubtedly the greatest pleasures and adventures for lovers of outdoor activities in Costa Rica.

If you are an animal lover, the rare creatures in Costa Rica are enough to amaze you. When you go deeper into the rainforest, you can find keel-billed toucans, beautiful macaws and shy sloths perched on the treetops. If you are a diving enthusiast, you can watch a variety of tropical fish here, such as dolphins, sharks, whales and so on. You can stroll along the beach planted with palm trees. This will be an unforgettable journey.

The summer season is the best time to visit Indonesia because the weather is sunny and the temperature is perfect.

Indonesia contains tens of thousands of islands dotted with more than a hundred active volcanoes, as well as an extremely rich ethnic culture and nature. Go to Ubud and Kuta in Bali to see the beaches and temples, while the neighboring Lombok island is more preserved in its original form.

In addition, you can also go to Jogyakarta to see the Borobudur. This solemn and ancient holy city is the largest Buddhist site in the world. Visitors have to walk about five kilometers to the top of the stairs. It symbolizes moving from the boundless earth to the sky, and each floor represents a realm of cultivation. You need to climb the ladder step by step with a pious heart and gradually feel and understand the Buddha's thoughts and the mystery of life.