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Where to Go in July

Peak summer and world-class festivals

7 Destinations

3 Featured

July delivers the Northern Hemisphere's finest weather alongside spectacular festivals from Switzerland's jazz scene to Spain's running of the bulls. It's also prime time for the Great Migration and Alaska's wildlife viewing.

Top Picks for July

Featured Destinations

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Luxury

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Kenya / Tanzania

Kenya

Great Migration river crossings

10° - 24°C

minimal rain

Very High

Highlights

1.5 million wildebeestDramatic river crossingsPeak predator action

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Booking tip: Book 6+ months ahead for riverside camps. Expect $400-1,500+ per night.

Mid-Range

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Westfjords, Iceland

Iceland

Remote road trip adventure

8° - 14°C

moderate rain

Low

Highlights

Europe's largest puffin colonies24-hour daylightRemote Arctic beauty

photographersadventurenaturesolo

Mid-Range

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Alaska

USA

Peak wildlife and adventure

10° - 22°C

moderate rain

High

Highlights

Bears at Brooks FallsPeak whale watchingMaximum daylight

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All July Destinations

Mid-Range

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Oaxaca

Mexico

Guelaguetza Festival

14° - 28°C

moderate rain

High

Highlights

Guelaguetza FestivalTraditional dancesBest mezcal region

culturefoodiesphotographers

Booking tip: Book months ahead for festival dates.

Luxury

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Montreux

Switzerland

Jazz by the lake

15° - 26°C

moderate rain

Very High

Highlights

World-class jazz festivalLake Geneva settingFree outdoor concerts

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Booking tip: Book 6+ months ahead. Expect $250-500+/night during festival.

Mid-Range

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Croatia

Peak summer Adriatic

22° - 31°C

minimal rain

Very High

Highlights

Peak beach weatherVibrant nightlifeIsland hopping

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Luxury

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Santorini

Greece

Iconic summer vibes

24° - 32°C

minimal rain

Very High

Highlights

Legendary sunsetsWarm swimmingIconic caldera views

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Quick Comparison

Destination	Budget	Crowds	Best For	Weather
🇰🇪Kenya / Tanzania	Luxury	Very High	wildlife, photographers	10°-24°C
🇮🇸Westfjords, Iceland	Mid-Range	Low	photographers, adventure	8°-14°C
🇺🇸Alaska	Mid-Range	High	wildlife, photographers	10°-22°C
🇲🇽Oaxaca	Mid-Range	High	culture, foodies	14°-28°C
🇨🇭Montreux	Luxury	Very High	culture, couples	15°-26°C
🇭🇷Croatia	Mid-Range	Very High	beach, nightlife	22°-31°C
🇬🇷Santorini	Luxury	Very High	honeymoon, photographers	24°-32°C