This period is the rainiest time of the year for Madagascar. It’s quite humid, and there’s even a risk of cyclones in February. March is still quite a wet month, so be prepared for all situations.

Due to the weather, many hotels, lodges, and national parks will be closed. We wouldn’t recommend planning your trip during those three months but instead consider traveling in April and December to avoid tourists.

Although it still might rain occasionally, these three months are a better alternative. It’s sunny and you have a higher chance to explore the island’s wildlife, like reptiles and lemurs. Plus, most of the national parks will be open.

In May, you can be a part of the biggest cultural event of the year, the Donia festival. This is when you’ll experience the local culture and enjoy fun festivals full of music, dance, and sport.

July is the time of the year most people choose to visit Madagascar, so be ready to book all activities in advance. The island will be crowded as the weather will be more refreshing than humid.

In August, you can see dwarf lemurs and chameleons going into hibernation. September is more peaceful as all the kids go back to school. You’ll also get to experience Madagascar’s bird breeding season.

October in Madagascar is dreamy. The weather is warm, there’s little to no rain, and travel lovers will see baby lemurs that look adorable. The weather will be even hotter in November, so you can go snorkeling and see the beautiful tropical fish.

December is actually the hottest month on the island due to being in the southern hemisphere, so it’s the perfect time to escape the cold winter in your city.

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) published a new ranking at the beginning of the year, revealing the world’s most powerful city. Plenty of things were taken into consideration to draw up the list, from contributions to tourism to employment and even travelers’ spending habits. The city is located in Europe and has always been a prominent travel destination. Which is it? We’re talking about Paris, of course!

What Makes Paris the World’s Power Center

In the past few years, restrictions on traveling made many of the world’s most sought-after destinations obsolete. But In 2022, with borders being reopened, Paris emerged as a top tourist destination yet again. In the past year alone, tourism contributed $36 billion to France’s GDP, or about 3.5% of the city’s economy.

Experts believe that by 2032, Beijing will top the ranking of most powerful city in the world. However, at present, the city has a tourism sector worth roughly $33 billion. That number is expected to rise to more than $77 billion in the next ten years. Currently, China has dropped its strict restrictions policy. However, there are still a lot of things to consider before embarking on a holiday there.

Other Powerful Cities on the List

As WTTC president and CEO Julia Simpson said in a statement, many of Europe’s cities are still global powerhouses. Over the next decades, however, powerful cities like Macau and Beijing will not just move up the list, but they could actually become more desirable holiday destinations than New York, London, or Paris.

In the USA, Orlando took third place in the ranking, with a tourism sector worth over $31 billion in 2022. Las Vegas was another popular destination that got on the list, as it came as number five in the ranking. International travelers also favored Dubai and Doha. Macau and Amsterdam were also some of the most popular cities among international travelers.