17 Places You Should Never Visit In Summer

Summer is one of the best seasons to travel. But not every traveler chooses their destination wisely. Those who look forward to sunstruck evenings and outdoor adventures might think that summer at any warm or popular destination would be a blast. What better time to go hiking or visit natural wonders than the heart of summertime? But the climate of certain parts of the world can be dreadful in these humid months. And other spots just are so overrun with rude tourists that they become impossible for travelers to enjoy. While these destinations are fabulous for vacations during other times of year, you should never book a trip to these places in the summer.

Tourists flock to Bogota for its vibrant food scene, its abundance of artistic venues and activities, and its upbeat culture. It's home to some of the happiest tourists, but you may be happier choosing another time to visit. The clubs, restaurants and amusement parks are packed all summer long, so you may end up wading through crowds and waiting in line more than you'd like. Wait until summer is on its way out and then pay this destination a visit.

Dubai is one of the world's hottest destinations — both literally and figuratively. But in the summer months, it can get way too hot for most people to handle. With highs over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the weather in Dubai just might be severe enough to ruin your trip. Unless you want to spend the vacation racing from one air-conditioned location to the next, you might want to put off your trip until summer is over.

If you're trekking to the Grand Canyon, you probably have plans for hiking or otherwise touring the scenery. People sometimes say that the view seems unreal, but you might actually hallucinate if you spend too much time in the summer heat here. Temperatures have risen above 120 degrees Fahrenheit — not a climate in which you want to be marching through a desert climate.

Morocco has an abundance of cities and natural scenery to visit, but you don't want to travel there in summer. The weather is brutal, with temperatures veering into the hundreds and strong rays of sun baking the city streets. Marrakesh is best toured by spending time outdoors at street markets and palace lawns, while the rural areas near the Atlas Mountains are gorgeous for hiking. Wait till the temperatures have cooled (along with the crowds) and then travel to this Middle Eastern country.

It may sound like a romantic destination, but a summer trip to Paris isn't the smartest plan. During the mild summer months, Paris is ridden with tourists. The museum lines are outrageously long, hotel prices skyrocket and flights are harder to come by. You want to visit the quaint streets of this city in another season when you can have some space to explore without fighting the crowds.

Andalucia's capital, Seville, is a beautiful cultural destination with awe-inducing architecture and tapas to die for. But if strolling the streets of Spain is your prerogative, you don't want to withstand the brutal temperatures of Seville in summer. The weather often rises above 100 degrees this time of year. You'll be so sweaty and tired you'll have to take a siesta.

Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Delray Beach have some of the best beaches in the world. But summer is not the time to visit them. You might think that warm weather would be great for tanning, but you're underestimating just how hot it gets. Along with highs well above 100 degrees, it's not uncommon for South Florida to see humidity levels at 100 percent. This results in dense, sticky air that can feel so hot it's suffocating. Even the water at the beach won't provide relief, as it's often very warm. Tourists might find this odd, but most Floridians avoid spending time outside in summer, opting to hide in air conditioning instead.

Venice Beach is known for being one of the most crowded shorelines in the country. In summertime, it's going to be miserable to find a spot on the beach that isn't already claimed by huge families, drunk 20-somethings and littered trash. Wait until it calms down a bit and visit this stunning shoreline in the early fall or late spring.