Louise Pieterse

As February enters, the woes of winter start to melt away in Nepal, making way for excellent low-season conditions. Pleasant weather and low tourist crowds are the perfect combinations for a short getaway in Nepal in February. While adventure activities like mountain biking and low-altitude hiking take the spotlight, you can also look forward to exploring the culture and wildlife of Nepal. Here is a look at everything you need to know about Nepal as winter draws to a close and the outdoors beckons.

As the dry season comes to an end, Ecuador in September sees some of the best weather of the year. Temperatures are mild all around, ideal for hiking and embarking on Amazon adventures. Point your compass anywhere in the Andes and you will be blessed with good conditions. From Quito in the north to Loja in the south, there is pleasant outdoor weather everywhere. Go whale watching in the Galapagos, museum hopping in Guayaquil, or exploring Machala, the banana capital of the world, an Ecuador trip will fascinate you.

It is technically winter in Ecuador in July, but the weather this time is best described as dry, since the country has little variation in average temperatures throughout the year. A vacation to Ecuador this month falls in the peak tourist season which offers many opportunities for outdoor fun and explorations. You will want to spend every waking moment soaking up the sunshine in the Andes, with nothing but fresh air and blue skies coming your way in July. And in the Galapagos, this is the best time to explore its marine life. Here is a look at some of the things you can expect from “La Tri” during the dry season and why it should be one of your bucket-list destinations.

Being so close to the equator, it is hard to determine the right traveling season in Ecuador. But heading to Ecuador in June is your best option as dry conditions complement cool winter nights and pleasant highland weather. Along the coast things also cool down, even if just by a few degrees, and the whole country becomes a tourism hotspot.

Everyone from hikers to birdwatchers and culture vultures heads to Ecuador at this time of the year to enjoy the sunny skies and electrifying atmosphere. The country also hosts some of its most significant traditional festivals with vibrant colors filling the street along with song and dance around this time.

The land of the ancient Pharaohs, Egypt is home to a plethora of ancient wonders, rich history and culture. Explore the ruins and monuments of antiquity, take a camel safari in its vast desert landscapes, or enjoy a perfect holiday at one of many outrageously beautiful beach resorts, Egypt offers everything your heart desires. Being a predominantly desert country, Egypt’s weather is hot all year round. But if you visit Egypt in April, you will be able to avoid the blistering desert heat in the summer.