Where To Travel in September

September is the unheralded travel hero: The busiest vacation season has passed, places are less crowded now that kids are back in school, and prices on airfare, accommodations, and even attractions have dropped as a result. It's the ideal time to visit popular tourist destinations and enjoy some serious natural beauty, luxury hotels, outdoor adventures, and more than a few glasses of wine. So, what are you holding out for? From Bali to Amalfi Coast, here are the top four places to visit in September.

Bali

Bali is one of the best places to visit in September, thanks to mild temperatures and little rain. (You can also enjoy a slight dip in hotel rates during this time, as it falls just after peak tourist season.) All the better to enjoy the island’s famous temples, gardens, monkeys, and surfing beaches. You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to regions to explore, from the rain-forested inland district of Ubud to the rice paddies and eclectic shops of Canggu. But we suggest booking your stay at a hotel or resort where you can get the full Bali experience in one stop, like editor- and reader-approved COMO Shambhala Estate a five-star sanctuary for luxury travelers seeking spiritual development, complete with Hindu water blessings and chakra healers With three pools, a private waterfall, nutritious Southeast Asian cuisine, and a hammam spa, you'll leave feeling better than when you arrived. (At the moment, the Bali government hopes to open to tourists in late July or early August.)

Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Summer Roadtrippers give way to migrating wildlife and clear skies in Jackson Hole in the fall. Because the winter frost does not arrive until mid-October, you have the entire month of September to raft the Snake River, hike and bike through the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and go on an early-morning bison safari. Hotel Jackson, a LEED-certified boutique hotel in the heart of Jackson, is an excellent place to learn about the sport—the hotel's "Fish the Fly Guide" takes guests on full- or half-day boating trips to some of Wyoming's best fishing spots. Fly fishing is one of the best ways to experience the natural beauty of this area, whether you're looking for cutthroat trout on the Snake River or rainbow trout in Yellowstone National Park. Back at the hotel, relax in the library or dine at FIGS, a Mediterranean restaurant.

Geneva, Switzerland

Switzerland reopened to Americans on June 28 (vaccinated visitors do not need to quarantine, while non-vaccinated visitors must provide a negative COVID test). Hotel Jackson, a LEED-certified boutique hotel in the heart of Jackson, is an excellent place to learn about the sport—the hotel's "Fish the Fly Guide" takes guests on full- or half-day boating trips to some of Wyoming's best fishing spots. Fly fishing is one of the best ways to experience the natural beauty of this area, whether you're looking for cutthroat trout on the Snake River or rainbow trout in Yellowstone National Park. Back at the hotel, relax in the library or dine at FIGS, a Mediterranean restaurant.

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Amalfi Coast, Italy

With comfortable temperatures (highs in the 70s and 80s) and far fewer crowds than during the summer, September is one of the best months to visit the Amalfi Coast. And, since Italy reopened to vaccinated American tourists for quarantine-free travel in June, you can enjoy the beautiful region without having to wait in your hotel room for COVID test results. Spend time exploring the famously colorful towns along the coast, such as Positano's breathtaking views and the romantic gardens of Ravello. Stay at the 20-room Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa, which is located in a restored 17th-century monastery just three miles from Amalfi. After swimming in the clifftop pool and receiving spa treatments, dine on Campanian specialties at Il Refettorio, the Michelin-starred restaurant.