5 Ideal Destinations to Visit During the Spring Season

1. 5 Ideal Destinations to Visit During the Spring Season Check out these stunning spring hotspots… Spring will soon be approaching which means that trees and flowers will start to bloom and warmer days are coming, so we can finally look forward to enjoying the great outdoors again. The UK is beautiful in spring, as are many other destinations across the world; this season is actually one of the best times to travel, as it’s the low peak period for many destinations which means cheaper travel prices, pleasant weather and fewer tourist crowds. Here are some of the top destinations to visit during spring which make for incredible photo opportunities. Japan - Kyoto Kyoto is the classic spring destination of the world which is blessed with some of the most alluring cherry blossom displays, as well as sunny skies and warm temperatures. Cherry blossom means hanami in Japan, and this city has it in abundance during the spring season. The best places to witness these displays are Maruyama-koen Park which hosts hanami parties and the Path of Philosophy which has tunnels lined with the beautiful pink blooms. Kyoto hosts various cultural events that mark the arrival of spring, including the Miyako Odori geisha performances which are a must-see! British Airways will fly direct to Osaka from London Heathrow from March 31st2019. Kyoto can be reached from Osaka in around 75 minutes by the JR West train service.

2. Amsterdam Visiting Amsterdam in spring makes for a wonderful getaway; it’s a less popular time to visit so there are low peak prices, less tourists and more pleasant and dry weather to go sightseeing, take a stroll around the city’s picturesque canals and enjoy a local bike ride. The scenery is generally more appealing in spring here when the trees along the canals become a vibrant green and tulips are in full bloom. You could visit Amsterdam during its Tulip Festival which runs through April, or King’s Day, a spring carnival dedicated to the Dutch King’s birthday when the city is painted in orange hues with parties galore. You can fly direct to Amsterdam with KLM from 15 UK airports.

3. New York New York is popularly visited during the winter because of its magical festive displays and the summer for its thriving festivals, but actually, spring is an ideal time to visit. You escape any extreme weather, peak prices and long queues and experience a much more relaxed city break. Take scenic nature strolls around Central Park, enjoy an American brunch al- fresco style and admire blooming cherry blossoms. There are plenty of flower shows, street fairs and flea markets hosted in NYC during spring; the Macy’s Flower Show is a particularly colourful event, as is Sakura Matsuri, a cherry blossom festival hosted at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden. Enjoy great fares direct to New York with several airlines including, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines Toronto Any destination in Canada is worth visiting during the spring season, but Toronto in particular is one for the bucket list. The brisk winter weather disappears, warmer temperatures arrive and the city’s famous High Park comes alive again with abundant greenery and flora. Toronto Zoo is a must during spring which is baby animal season… Cute animal selfies alert! Spring also blesses Toronto’s Humber Arboretum, which is home to Canada’s most diverse ecosystem and boasts over 1700 plant and animal species. Why not visit during Toronto’s Victoria Day celebrations in May? You can enjoy a whole weekend of festivities with fireworks and more. You can fly direct to Toronto with Air Canada daily from London.

4. Zermatt Zermatt is Switzerland’s highest ski resort, surrounded by the tallest peaks of the Alps, and set at the foot of the breath-taking Matterhorn Mountain. Amazing skiing opportunities are offered here, with 360km of piste and some altitudes of over 10,000ft. Early spring is the perfect time to visit Zermatt as the weather is warmer and the wildflowers are blooming, yet there are still snowy landscapes. This charming little village is great to explore with its colourful après-ski scene that is especially bustling during spring. This season offers great opportunities for outdoor activities in Zermatt including heli-skiing, paragliding, clay pigeon shooting and hiking. Swiss Airlines can fly you direct to Zurich or Geneva, which are both a scenic train ride away from Zermatt. Which destination would you choose for a spring getaway?