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12 Best Places to Travel in June 2025 Around the World

12 Best Places to Travel in June 2025 Around the World

From art festivals under the midnight sun to tropical fruit fiestas and LGBTQ+ celebrations, these destinations shine brightest in early summer.

As June signals the official start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere, travel season hits its stride with warm weather, vibrant festivals, and great-value shoulder-season escapes. Whether you're chasing winter waves in the Southern Hemisphere or reveling in Pride parades and Caribbean rhythms, these 12 destinations offer compelling reasons to pack your bags this month.


1. Mackinac Island, Michigan

Why Go: A lilac-scented escape from the modern world
Don’t Miss: The Lilac Festival (June 6–15, 2025)

Mackinac Island’s charming, car-free streets bloom with fragrant lilacs every June, culminating in a 10-day celebration complete with a Lilac Queen, garden seminars, and a horse-drawn parade. Add Victorian-era architecture and scenic ferry rides across Lake Huron, and you’ve got a nostalgic American summer escape.

Where to Stay: Grand Hotel
Insider Tip: Visit Carousel Arcade for retro fun and grown-up drinks.


2. Eleuthera, Bahamas

Why Go: Pineapples, pink sand, and pure tranquility
Don’t Miss: Gregory Town Pineapple Festival (June 6–7)

Eleuthera’s two-day pineapple festival honors its juicy agricultural heritage. Expect contests, tropical eats, and beachside relaxation. While Nassau takes the spotlight, French Leave Beach on Eleuthera is a pink-sand paradise still largely off the radar.

Where to Stay: The Cove Eleuthera


3. Washington, D.C.

Why Go: WorldPride’s U.S. debut
Don’t Miss: Music festival and parade (June 6–8)

In 2025, WorldPride lands in the U.S. capital with a global celebration of LGBTQ+ culture. Events range from policy panels to street parties and a free concert headlined by Doechii along Pennsylvania Avenue.

Where to Stay: The Morrow Hotel
Insider Tip: Grab a brew at Red Bear Brewing Co.—queer-owned and beloved by locals.


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4. Salvador, Brazil

Why Go: Carnival-style energy in June
Don’t Miss: São João Festival and Quadrilhas Juninas

Feathers, sequins, and square-dance-inspired competitions bring Bahia’s streets to life during Brazil’s midyear festival season. Salvador hosts some of the most vibrant performances in the country.

Where to Stay: Fasano Salvador
Insider Tip: Visit Casa do Carnaval and Jorge Amado’s house for cultural context.


5. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Why Go: The largest flamenco festival outside Spain
Don’t Miss: Festival Flamenco Alburquerque (June 20–28)

For nearly four decades, this desert city has been a flamenco hotspot. Watch world-class dancers perform or join a workshop to learn a few moves yourself.

Where to Stay: Arrive Albuquerque
Insider Tip: Try the secret-menu green chili brisket sopapilla at El Modelo.


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6. Hobart, Tasmania

Why Go: Winter arts and the infamous Nude Solstice Swim
Don’t Miss: Dark Mofo Festival (June 5–15), Solstice Swim (June 21)

Tasmania’s midwinter arts fest is avant-garde and atmospheric, capped by a sunrise skinny-dip. Hobart's MONA museum and pristine air add to the allure.

Where to Stay: The Tasman
Insider Tip: Pick up a bottle of The Raconteur's Tasmanian Scent.


7. Cape Breton Island, Canada

Why Go: Gaelic music, language, and hospitality
Don’t Miss: KitchenFest! (June 27–July 5)

This Nova Scotian isle celebrates its Scottish roots with fiddle music, ceilidhs, and community feasts. Catch nightly pub sessions or take part in Gaelic cultural demos.

Where to Stay: Cabot Cape Breton
Insider Tip: Buy Cape Breton Tartan scarves as authentic souvenirs.


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8. Helsinki, Finland

Why Go: Free outdoor art in the world’s happiest country
Don’t Miss: Helsinki Biennial (June 8–Sept.)

Contemporary installations and sculptures appear in parks, islands, and museums across the capital, with big names like Olafur Eliasson participating in 2025’s edition.

Where to Stay: Hotel St. George
Insider Tip: Visit the Moomin Shop Esplanadi for whimsical Finnish gifts.


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9. Greenland

Why Go: Solstice, whales, and a new direct flight
Don’t Miss: National Day (June 21) and United’s Newark–Nuuk launch (June 14)

June brings long days, summer wildlife, and easier access than ever. Take part in Greenland’s National Day, explore fjords, or go whale spotting along the coast.

Where to Stay: Camp Kiattua
Insider Tip: Bring back handcrafted soapstone jewelry or sculptures.


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10. St. Kitts

Why Go: Caribbean culture with a global music twist
Don’t Miss: St. Kitts Music Festival (June 26–28)

This three-day island bash welcomes reggae, R&B, dancehall, and hip-hop stars. 2025 headliners include Shenseea, Vybz Kartel, and Jennifer Hudson.

Where to Stay: St. Kitts Marriott Resort
Insider Tip: For unbeatable Atlantic-Caribbean views, head to Arthur’s for sundowners and seafood.


11. Wild Coast, South Africa

Why Go: Whale and sardine season
Don’t Miss: Sardine Run and diving excursions

Each June, billions of sardines draw dolphins, whales, and sharks in one of nature’s greatest migrations. Mthatha’s Nelson Mandela Museum and Xhosa-led eco-lodges offer enriching cultural experiences.

Where to Stay: Bulungula Lodge
Insider Tip: Take on the multi-day Strandloper Trail for cliff-top coastal hikes.


12. Nashville, Tennessee

Why Go: A calendar full of festivals and FIFA action
Don’t Miss: CMA Fest (June 5–8), FIFA Club World Cup matches (from June 20), and Nashville Pride (June 28–29)

Country music, global soccer, and inclusive parades make June an unbeatable time to visit Music City.

Where to Stay: Noelle Hotel
Insider Tip: Spend an afternoon in 12South, then cap it with a custom cocktail at Attaboy East Nashville.


From barefoot beach escapes to bold art biennials and polar plunges, June offers experiences as diverse as the destinations themselves. Whether you're sunbathing or stargazing, this month’s lineup has a perfect spot for every kind of traveler.

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