Let’s be honest, spring is the travel industry’s best-kept secret.
The summer crowds haven’t shown up yet. Prices haven’t gone full chaos mode. The weather in most places is actually enjoyable. And there’s something about the world waking back up that makes everything feel a little more worth exploring.
Whether you’re planning a quick long-weekend escape or a bigger international trip, here are some of the best places to be this spring, and why right now is the window.
Lisbon, Portugal
If you’ve been sleeping on Lisbon, spring is your wake-up call. The city is genuinely stunning — tiled buildings, hilly streets, rooftop bars with views that don’t quit, and spring is when it’s at its best. You get comfortable temperatures in the 60s and 70s, fewer tourists than in summer, and hotel rates that haven’t yet climbed to their peak. Wander the Alfama district, eat your weight in pastéis de nata, and thank yourself for not waiting until July.
Arches National Park, Utah
Spring is arguably the best time to visit Arches. Temperatures are mild, the desert wildflowers are blooming across the sandstone, and you’re not dealing with the brutal summer heat that makes long hikes feel like a bad idea. April and May bring near-perfect conditions for exploring the park’s 2,000-plus arches and scenic paved roads. Just book your timed entry reservation in advance; this one fills up fast.
Japan
Cherry blossom season in Japan is the kind of travel moment people talk about for years. Spring brings the famous sakura blooms to cities like Tokyo and Kyoto, along with festivals, outdoor picnics under the trees, and the kind of beauty that feels almost unreal. It’s a bucket list trip for a reason, and if you haven’t gone yet, there’s genuinely no bad time to start planning.
New Orleans, Louisiana
Spring in New Orleans hits differently. Warm temperatures, lively festivals, and the full energy of the city in full swing. It’s one of those destinations that earns its reputation, the food, the music, the streets, and spring is one of the best times to experience it before the summer heat and humidity arrive if you can catch a festival while you’re there, even better.
Morocco
May brings the famous Rose Festival to the Dadès Valley, where the streets fill with flowers and the whole region smells incredible. But beyond the festival, Morocco in spring is just a great time to be there, with comfortable temperatures for exploring the medinas, hiking the Atlas Mountains, or taking a camel into the Sahara at dusk. It’s a sensory overload in the best possible way.
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