What are the best places to visit in August outside India?

The Americas. During August many Americans and Canadians are on vacations, but the numbers tend to tail off in the second half of the month in this region. Still, all the cheaper cities in these two countries have high prices during summer anyway, so it's a good time to go a bit further afield. read more

August is a very popular month in Tenerife, which is the largest of the Canary Islands, but it's still quite a bargain by international standards. You'll find the southern resort areas packed with Brits, Germans, and Swedes, sunning themselves and enjoying cheap beer and food at the hundreds of outdoor restaurants. read more

Though not the best time to visit Lebanon, do not ignore this place as a tourist destination. Lebanon has loads to offer in terms of sight, culture and food and you can perhaps make the most of it at a later, safer date. read more