The air is crisply inviting. The colors are deep and vibrant. The food is soul warming. The fashion is cosy chic. It is the season that simply keeps on giving - and a wonderful time to travel. Troves of trudging tourists have packed away their selfie sticks and vacated their monument  vantage points and a sense of relative normalcy has been restored. Similarly to pumpkin spice and mulled wine some destinations are autumnal classics that warrant indulging in year after year.

Autumn in Paris is as much about reinvigorating the city's artistic spirit as it is about falling leaves and relinquishing of the steamy summer months. During autumn the city exudes an enviable charm and renewed elegance that simply serves to enhance its je ne sais quoi. Arts take centre stage in the city around this time as gallery and exhibition openings, fashion shows and cultural events take place almost every week throughout the season. Add that to a notably haute food scene, sultry sunsets amidst the city's architecturally rich skyline and crisp evening walks along the banks of the Siene and you will easily see why Paris is the ultimate autumnal muse.

New York City is the quintessential urban autumn destination. Take an obligatory stroll through Central Park in the crisp morning air, sipping a warm spiced latte and watching the vibrant leaves cascade down the trees. Explore the enchanting grounds of Belvedere Castle, snugly blanketed by the warming reds, yellows and oranges of the autumnal foliage and secure a perfect park facing room at one of the many opulent hotels which punctuate the area.

The beguiling city of Prague begins to shed the frenetic attitude and multitude of international visitors that pack its main thoroughfare for much of the summer and the chill starts to be felt in the air, creating the perfect excuse to warm up with a glass of Czech beer, spicy mulled wine or hearty meal in one of the city's many vibrant eateries. Even if you have traveled to Prague before, perhaps in a different season consider visiting in the autumn as it may well become your favourite time to enjoy the City of a Thousand Spires.

Montréal autumns are absolutely magical — it’s the last hurrah before the city’s deep freeze. Autumn is the perfect time to explore and embrace the city’s wonderful architecture, vibrant parks, fascinating cultural spots, and eclectic restaurant scene. Wade through the region’s finest flavors at Jean-Talon Market, or walk through Parc du Mont-Royal for picture perfect sights of crisp falling leaves and colourful foliage. It is easy to understand why many people choose to visit this charming destination time and time again.