A few days of rest in perspective in April, want to get away from it all but no idea where to go? Our European spring sometimes offers beautiful days but not yet enough heat. Whatever your vacationer's profile, there is a destination in the world for you.
Where to go in the sun in April
In April do not discover yourself in a flash ... Unless you go in the sun! With temperatures around 26 °, Morocco is an ideal destination to come back tanned. Although the water is still around 19 °, this country allows you to enjoy the sun less than 3 hours by flight from Paris. Much further from our latitudes, Malaysia and its 33 ° on average is very popular with tourists who want to relax on the beaches or indulge in diving around of the islands of Perhentian, Redang, Tioman or Langkawi considered to be the most beautiful in the world. Perfect for the beach but less so for visits, the scorching temperatures of India and Southeast Asia (Thailand and southern Vietnam) attract vacationers in search of pure sun! Finally it is the beginning of the dry season in Polynesia ... a little paradise to discover at least once in your life.
The Perhentians Islands
Getaway on the cheap in April
Perfect climatic conditions with a pleasant average temperature of 24 ° and a plane ticket for around 160 € round trip, all the conditions are met to go to Agadir. To enjoy beautiful walks in a wild environment without breaking the bank, opt for the island of Madeira with Paris-Funchal tickets for less than 360 €. April is also the ideal month to fly to Budapest. The Hungarian capital, well served by low-cost airlines, offers flights from € 50 round trip. You will also benefit from attractive prices (and temperatures of 24 °) for Andalusia. Only 100 € a / r to reach Seville … It would be a shame not to take advantage of it!
Budapest
Family travel ideas
The spring temperatures of Paris are ideal for walking the streets of the capital with the family and discovering its must-see monuments. Take the opportunity to combine a 48-hour stay at Disneyland Paris in Marne-la-Vallée. The Vendée is full of many outdoor activities, including boat trips in the Poitevin marsh. The Perigord It is also a perfect destination for a family holiday, both culturally with the visit of fortified castles or prehistoric caves, as well as on a sporting level through the many possibilities for hiking or cycling.
The Poitevin marshWhere to go in love?
It's time to treat yourself to a romantic getaway in the European capitals emerging from their winter torpor. In Holland, mid-April is the ideal time to admire the tulips then at their peak. More than seven million bulbs bloom in the spring! Take the opportunity to discover the romantic city of Amsterdam crossed by canals. Treat yourself to an English getaway to London, a dolce vita stay in Rome, a timeless holiday in Prague and don't hesitate to take the keys to admire the surrounding countryside, which is often in bloom. The pinnacle of romanticism, Cyprus, also called “the island of love”, is an ideal destination for a romantic getaway. Legend has it that Aphrodite, goddess of love was born from the foam at the place where the sea meets the rocks of the coast of Paphos….
Amsterdam
Ideas for a trip to Europe in April
In Europe, the sunshine is more and more marked and the temperatures are softening almost everywhere. Spring is here to stay! Holidaymakers in search of warmth can start trying their luck on the Mediterranean coasts and islands and treat themselves to a taste of summer in Corsica, Sardinia, Sicily, in the Balearics or in Tunisia. April is the start of the ideal time to visit Portugal where the countryside is in bloom. The discovery of Lisbon and the Algarve in the south will meet all your expectations. Mid-April, don't miss spring Bulgaria or the explosion of color offered by the tulip fields in Holland. Party lovers, pack your bags, head to Seville and its April Feria which lasts a week. This colorful festival eagerly awaited by Sevillians is a pure moment of fervor where parades in traditional Andalusian costumes, entertainment for young and old mingle. Finally, if you are more into white tourism, Finland is your must-see destination in April. Covered with a large snowpack, Finland is experiencing its peak winter sports season!
Seville in Andalusia
Where to go in April in France
Climate from the North of France is still uncertain, but the rise in temperatures makes it possible to discover several places in very good conditions. It's the case from Alsace and the Lorraine where you will have the opportunity to attend at the end of the month at the frog fair in Vittel. Do not miss to visit the flowered towns of the Normandy coast, in particular Cabourg. From the side South of France, expect summer temperatures. Set sail for Languedoc-Roussillon, still spared from the summer heatwave. It's time to discover the Aude, the Cathar castles, to stroll through the streets Nimes and browse Provence before the arrival of tourists. Take advantage of this quiet month to discover the Calanques of Marseille without suffering from too high temperatures.
the Normandy coast
Asia, the best destinations during this period
At this time of year, most countries in Asia suffer from heat waves because we are approaching the end of the dry season but without the risk of typhoons. You can thus go without problem to Cambodia, Vietnam, Nepal for a nature escape or to Malaysia. Your flagship destination? The Philippines, an archipelago of more than 7000 islands, renowned for its turquoise waters, volcanoes, lush green rice fields and lush jungle. Dress lightly because the temperatures do not drop below 34 °! April is the time of full flowering of cherry trees in Japan. For 10 days, the “land of the rising sun” sees life in pink with an explosion of this color across the country.
The Philippines
Where to go in Africa in April
Maghreb enjoys an already hot sun. Take the opportunity to walk the High Atlas path or stroll in the souks of Marrakech. The sunshine is also present in Cape Verde where the thermometer flirts with 20 ° / 25 ° as well as in Namibia which with the start of the dry season slowly enters its tourist season. The flagship African destination this month is undoubtedly Madagascar, which is experiencing its dry season. 400 km from the coast of Africa, the fifth largest island in the world will captivate you with the beauty of its coastline, its wild nature, its national parks populated by lemurs and the hospitality of its inhabitants. By leaving at this time in Madagascar you will avoid the rains.
A lemur from MadagascarTraveling to America in April
California, Florida, Bermuda et Louisiana are particularly recommended destinations in April. Music lovers shouldn't miss the New Orleans Jazz Festival during the last week of the month. A show full of music and color with locals dressed in traditional costumes. Costa Rica, a nature destination par excellence, unveils an extraordinary setting populated by exceptional flora and fauna. At this time of year, you will not suffer from humidity and extreme heat. Lovers of nature and wide open spaces, discover this land of eternal spring! If you want to enjoy the snow, set the course to the peaks of Colorado and stop in Aspen. The season is ideal!
Costa RicaWhere to stay in Oceania during the month?
The seasons being reversed compared to our hemisphere, the temperatures are cooling in Oceania. In Australia, with the exception of the Darwin region and the Cape York Peninsula, the territory experiences mild weather. Avoid Tasmania, cool and rainy. Temperatures rise to easily reach 30 ° in Polynesia. The wet season is also coming to an end in Hawaii and on the islands south of Oahu which bring together Molokai, Maui, Lanai and Kahoolawe, which offers a weather conducive to various outdoor activities.
HawaiiWhere are you going this spring?
The world is full of destinations to discover in this lovely month of spring April. It's up to you to choose yours according to your desires of the moment. So tell us where are you going to go this spring?