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Best Places to Travel in May from Australia

May is one of the best months for European travel from Australia — before peak summer, after the cold, long days and reasonable prices. Also excellent for Southeast Asia.

Top 5 Destinations — May 2026

1
🗼 Europe Generally
Shoulder season across Europe — Paris, Rome, Amsterdam, Prague all excellent. Warm, long days, 40% cheaper than July.
Return flights
~$1,500 AUD return SYD
2
🌿 Japan
Post-cherry blossom — golden week in early May (book ahead), then quieter. New green leaves (shinryoku) beautiful.
Return flights
~$1,050 AUD return SYD
3
🏝️ Thailand
Ko Lanta and Ko Phi Phi — last month before wet season on Andaman coast. Great value, less crowded.
Return flights
~$550 AUD return SYD
4
🏔️ Nepal
Pre-monsoon trekking season — Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit at their best. Clear skies, wildflowers.
Return flights
~$750 AUD return SYD
5
🌺 Fiji
Shoulder season — cheaper than June–August, warm 27°C, minimal rain. Excellent value for a short break.
Return flights
~$450 AUD return SYD
⚠️ Where to Avoid in May
×Bali (dry season is fine but July is the real peak)
×SE Asia humid build beginning

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