Travel Warnings For November: Places To Avoid And Their Safer Alternatives (PHOTOS)

In this photograph taken on September 29, 2013, tourists watch Indonesian military helicopters patroling the beach area of Nusa Dua, close to the venue of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Indonesia's resort island of Bali. Indonesian authorities have increased security ahead of the APEC summit where 21 world leaders including US President Barack Obama will participate in the leaders summit from October 7 to 8. AFP PHOTO / ROMEO GACAD (Photo credit should read ROMEO GACAD/AFP/Getty Images)

As the days grow shorter and the temperatures colder, November marks an ideal time to plan a relaxing, fun-filled getaway before the busy holiday season kicks in.

It's also your last chance to take advantage of shoulder season bargains before prices and crowds pick up again for Christmas and New Years. All in all, travellers can expect fewer people, cheaper costs and milder weather around much of the world during November.

But before you rush off to plan your escape, there are some areas Canada advises travellers to a exercise caution if they're keen on visiting or, to flat out avoid due to weather or security reasons. By now, you've all heard of the catastrophic super typhoon Haiyan that slammed into the Philippines earlier in November, just to name an example.

As always, no matter where or when you travel, remember to always keep an eye on the travel advisories and headlines before your take off. Here are the a few places you may want to avoid this month, as well as those that are particularly luring in November.

Places You Might Not Want To Visit Right Now In November