| High and low seasons are determined by a combination of demand and weather conditions, with hotter destinations always at a premium during European and North American winters. Please note the availability of certain facilities can be affected by the season or the weather, some hotel restaurants closing during periods of low occupancy or live entertainment cutting back from nightly to occasional.
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The Caribbean
The Caribbean’s high-season is mid-December to mid-April, with hotel occupancies and prices reflecting this. Weather-wise, however, the islands can be visited year-round, although expect higher temperatures, more rainfall and increased hurricane activity between July and October.
Mauritius
The high and low-seasons are slightly less well-defined, although maximum demand again falls between December and April. These are also the hottest and rainiest months, however, and cyclones, though
rare, can be experienced during this time. Weatherwise, April to June and September to November are the most pleasant months.
The Maldives
The high-season is December to April, as it is hot and there is less chance of rainfall. This is also the best time to scuba-dive due to increased water clarity. Between May and October it is wetter and windier, with May and June particularly showery.
The Seychelles
Temperatures alter very little, although rainfall varies considerably. November and March are the wettest months, with most rainfall falling mid-December tomid-January. There is less rainfall May to September, with June to August the driest months.
Sri Lanka
If you’re visiting the west and south coasts or the hill country, the best time to go is December to March. If you’re going to the east coast, May to September isthe optimum time. Of course, December to March are always the busiest times because of demand.
Dubai & Oman
The high-season falls between November and May when the temperatures are pleasant. During the summer, it can get very hot and the fall in hotel prices reflects this. The holy month of Ramadam commences 1st September, 2008 and there are restrictions onalcohol, outdoor dining and entertainment during this period.
South Africa
The busiest time is the hot summer months between November and February, although the pleasant spring months of September and October, as well as the autumn months of March and April, are also popular. Whale-watchers should focus upon the winter and
spring months between June and October, whilst May to October is a good time for seeing game as the foliage is less dense.
India
Cochin area - whilst temperatures and humidity are generally high year round, November through April is probably best as these months have less rainfall. Delhi area - the best time to visit is the Cool Season
between October and February when the days are warm, dry and pleasant. Nights can be cold though, so take a few extra layers.
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