Sri Lanka Tops the October Travel Charts

 

If you’re wondering where to pack your bags this October, the buzz is all about Sri Lanka. The island has just been crowned the number one destination to visit this month by global travel magazine Time Out — and it’s got everyone in the travel world talking.

Why Sri Lanka? Well, according to Time Out, it’s the all-rounder of travel spots: golden beaches, misty hill-country hikes, ancient ruins that whisper history, and wild safaris where elephants still roam. Add the ever-reliable tropical sunshine, and you’ve got the full package.

Hot on Sri Lanka’s heels is Türkiye in second place, while New Mexico in the US takes the third slot. Also making the list are Valencia, New York City, the Philippines, Bhutan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Romania’s Timișoara, San Francisco, and Namibia.

The ranking isn’t just about postcard beauty. Time Out says it’s about places that truly shine in October — seasonal charm, festivals, and experiences you can’t get at other times of year.

So, if your friends ask where you’re heading this month, you can drop it casually: “Oh, just Sri Lanka — number one on the Time Out list.”