Tailor-made Holidays in November

Although November to April is traditionally the low season for Zambia it is also known as the Emerald Season, for the short sharp rains wash away the dust leaving dramatic landscapes, migratory birds and superb juvenile wildlife spotting (those in the know swear November is the best time to holiday here). The south west coast of Sri Lanka is just coming into high season. Steeped in history, culture and nature, these lovely region of the Indian Ocean offers boutique accommodation with adventure, and furthermore it combines beautifully with The Maldives for a true Indian Ocean odyssey.

The end of November also signals the beginning of the high season for the Caribbean, but just before the true tourist season kicks in, so look out for good holiday deals and expect to see fewer visitors.

Culture meets coast in Cambodia, and while Ankor Wat and Siem Reap are already revered as tourist attractions, the beach resorts of both Cambodia and neighbouring Vietnam are emerging as a world-class tailor-made holiday destination in their own right.

Southern Australia is also beginning its summer in November, and while Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide offer city, outback and beach in spadeloads, the temperate island of Tasmania is a must-visit for those seeking unique wildlife and breath-taking landscapes on a par with New Zealand, which should also be on your consideration list for a bespoke holiday of a lifetime.