Vacation Inspiration: 10 Places to Go in October

The fall season is fast approaching and with that comes the anticipated chill. While October still graces us with pleasant days and mild, brisk weather, it's also one of the last months of the year we have left to take advantage of the outdoors. That means now is the time to visit that national park (where summer crowds will have thinned out), or to take that trip through wine country (for harvest season). And, of course, the biggest appeal of travel in October: the foliage! From the stunning buttes of Monument Valley to the ancient wonders of Athens, here are our top ten destinations for a perfect alfresco getaway.