First-timer guides

First-timer's guide to Italy

Best time to go: April–June, September–October

First-timer's guide to France

Best time to go: May–June, September

First-timer's guide to Portugal

Best time to go: April–June, September–October

First-timer's guide to Thailand

Best time to go: November–March (Andaman coast); varies by island

First-timer's guide to Japan

Best time to go: March–May, October–November

First-timer's guide to London

Best time to go: May–September

First-timer's guide to Colombia

Best time to go: December–March, July–August