Maasai Mara, Kenya
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A five-star stay in Maasai Mara, a strong base for Maasai Mara.
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July is peak summer: the Great Migration reaches Kenya, lavender blooms in Provence, and northern lakes, coasts and mountains are at their warmest.
Why July
The Great Migration usually reaches the Mara from July through October, bringing dramatic Mara River crossings.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~77°F (25°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
A five-star stay in Maasai Mara, a strong base for Maasai Mara.
Hotels in Maasai Mara →Why July
Lavender fields usually peak from late June to mid-July around the Luberon and the Valensole plateau.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~86°F (30°C); hot, dry
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Hilltop hotel in Gordes overlooking the Luberon valley.
Hotels in Gordes →Why July
The long dry season (roughly June–September) makes gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park easier on the trails.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~72°F (22°C); drier
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Forest lodge on the edge of Volcanoes National Park.
Hotels in Musanze →Why July
The dry season (roughly May–October) brings sunny days, lower humidity and calm lagoon water.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~82°F (28°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Overwater villas facing Mount Otemanu.
Explore Bora Bora →Why July
Warm, dry days for swimming, boating and hiking around the lake.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~80°F (27°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Lakefront lodge on a championship golf course.
Explore Lake Tahoe →Why July
The Festival d'été de Québec usually brings 11 days of concerts in early-to-mid July, and summer evenings are long.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~77°F (25°C); warm
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Iconic castle hotel above the St. Lawrence in Old Quebec.
Explore Quebec City →Why July
Going-to-the-Sun Road is usually fully open by early July, opening up Logan Pass and alpine hikes. Check for vehicle reservation requirements.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~80°F (27°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Lakeside lodge with a marina, about 30 minutes from the park.
Hotels in Whitefish →Why July
The Aspen Music Festival runs through the summer, and alpine hikes like the Maroon Bells are snow-free.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~80°F (27°C); afternoon storms
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Gondola-side hotel with a rooftop pool and summer mountain access.
Hotels in Aspen →Why July
Maine's short summer peaks in July, with warm days, lobster shacks and coastal sailing.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~78°F (26°C); mild
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Classic New England inn known for its candlelit restaurant.
Hotels in Kennebunkport →Why July
The Salzburg Festival usually begins in late July, bringing world-class opera and concerts.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~75°F (24°C); showers
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Riverside hotel facing the Old Town and fortress.
Explore Salzburg →Why July
Sailing season is in full swing, the Gilded Age mansions are open, and the Newport Folk Festival is usually held in late July.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~79°F (26°C); breezy
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Oceanfront mansion hotel at the start of the Cliff Walk.
Hotels in Newport →Why July
Hokkaido escapes Japan's summer humidity, and Furano's lavender fields usually peak in July.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~75°F (24°C); mild
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Mountaintop hotel overlooking Lake Toya and the Pacific.
Hotels in Lake Toya →Why July
Mid-year is a sweet spot, with the falls still flowing strongly after the rains and dry-season game viewing nearby.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~77°F (25°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Colonial-style hotel on the Zambezi, a short walk from the falls.
Explore Victoria Falls →Why July
Peak dry season brings reliable sunshine and cooler evenings in the highlands.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~84°F (29°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
A five-star stay in Ubud, a strong base for Bali.
Explore Bali →Why July
Lakefront beaches, architecture boat tours and rooftop season, with Lollapalooza usually held in late July or early August.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~84°F (29°C); humid
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Riverfront hotel in a Mies van der Rohe-designed building.
Explore Chicago →Why July
Reliable sunshine, warm ocean temperatures and San Diego Comic-Con, usually held in July.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~75°F (24°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Victorian beachfront landmark from 1888.
Explore San Diego →Why July
Car-free island summers are at their best, with warm days for biking, fudge shops and Lake Huron views.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~76°F (24°C); mild
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
A five-star stay in Mackinac Island, a strong base for Mackinac Island.
Explore Mackinac Island →Why July
Dry, sunny mountain days for biking, fly fishing and outdoor concerts.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~83°F (28°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Historic 1936 lodge with an outdoor skating rink and pool.
Explore Sun Valley →Why July
Santa Fe Opera season runs through summer, and the International Folk Art Market is usually held in July.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~86°F (30°C); afternoon monsoon storms
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Adobe-style hotel steps from the Plaza.
Explore Santa Fe →Why July
Summer brings the driest weather of the year for surfing, whale watching and rainforest hikes on Vancouver Island.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~66°F (19°C); foggy mornings
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
A four-star stay in Tofino, a strong base for Tofino.
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