As a traveling canna-chef and event planner, i regularly get asked if there is a list with all of the information you would need to plan a dream Canna-cation??
And the answer is yes and no.
You might find lists online that give you the information that you are looking for but there is, of course, the chance that it could be out of date information. Laws around cannabis change in america and the rest of the world very regularly.
Sometimes it's every year, and sometimes it's every month.
So I always recommend going to the government website of wherever you are traveling to and just double check the laws that they have in place around consumption and purchasing.
Listen I saw the movie broke down palace and I wouldn't want that to happen to anyone. So just to be on the safe side, do a couple extra clicks and research the laws of where you are traveling to.
And of course, if you would like to plan a getaway in america that has a focus on cannabis, just click the Book me button on my page!
Personally I have not been to these countries so I'm basing this off of information that I have found online, ALWAYS DOUBLE CHECK BEFORE BOOKING!
I am including the legality, purchasing options and best times to travel to these places.
Things to remember..
Decriminalized - Means it is still kind of a gray area, there most likely won't be jail time if you're caught with it but you could have to deal with fines or a ticket and there most likely won't be stores to purchase in. You'd still kind of have to find someone to help you out.
Here’s a comprehensive list that combines cannabis legality, purchasing methods, and the best times to visit each destination:
1. Canada
• Legal Status: Fully legal for recreational and medical use since 2018.
• Purchasing: Available in government-operated and private dispensaries, as well as online stores.
• Best Time to Visit: May to October (pleasant weather; avoid harsh winters unless you love snow).
2. Uruguay
• Legal Status: Fully legalized in 2013.
• Purchasing: Citizens can buy from licensed pharmacies, join cannabis clubs, or grow at home. Tourists cannot purchase legally.
• Best Time to Visit: October to March (spring and summer; best for beach destinations like Punta del Este).
3. Netherlands
• Legal Status: Decriminalized; sale is tolerated in licensed "coffeeshops."
• Purchasing: Coffeeshops in cities like Amsterdam sell cannabis openly, but large-scale cultivation is still illegal.
• Best Time to Visit: April to October (mild weather, tulip season in spring).
4. Spain
• Legal Status: Personal use and cultivation in private spaces are decriminalized.
• Purchasing: Cannabis social clubs (members-only associations). Tourists need an invitation or membership.
• Best Time to Visit: March to June, September to November (pleasant temperatures, fewer crowds than summer).
5. Portugal
• Legal Status: Decriminalized for personal use since 2001.
• Purchasing: No legal sales; personal networks and gray-market sources are common.
• Best Time to Visit: March to June, September to October (great weather, fewer tourists).
6. Germany
• Legal Status: Legalized for recreational use in 2024.
• Purchasing: Dispensaries and pharmacies will distribute regulated cannabis.
• Best Time to Visit: May to September (warm weather, great for outdoor activities).
7. Thailand
• Legal Status: Legalized in 2022, but rules on recreational use are still evolving.
• Purchasing: Available at licensed dispensaries and traditional medicine shops.
• Best Time to Visit: November to February (cooler, drier weather, ideal for travel).
8. South Africa
• Legal Status: Private use and cultivation decriminalized; sales remain illegal.
• Purchasing: Personal cultivation or informal sources.
• Best Time to Visit: September to April (warmer months; December-February is peak season).
9. Jamaica
• Legal Status: Decriminalized for small amounts since 2015; religious use is legal for Rastafarians. Medical cannabis is also legal.
• Purchasing: Licensed dispensaries called "herb houses" sell cannabis to locals and tourists. Some require a doctor's recommendation, which can often be obtained on-site for a small fee.
• Best Time to Visit: November to April (dry season, great beach weather, and reggae festivals).
• Additional Notes: While cannabis is widely accepted, public smoking can still lead to fines. Stick to dispensaries or private spaces.
Now should I make a 2nd one just for the US?
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