These destination ideas work best if you are based anywhere in Europe. Europe is so beautiful during that season, there is no need to escape further away. Should you be based further, don’t hesitate to reach out for some ideas!
puglia
Italian schools do not get a strict Spring holiday and summer tourists are not there yet. So Puglia, is wonderful to visit during April and May.
Some activity highlights:
- Hike National Parks
- Stroll beautiful beaches
- Explore the little villages and enjoy la Dolce Vita.
Why is it easy to plan?
- There is still plenty of availability for the European spring holiday.
- Book a flight to Bari and rent a car
- Stay in an agriturismo and small charming hotels
berlin - warsaw - prague
Head on a train adventure through the European capitals. Depending where you are based, those cities are very easy to get to via train. You could add Amsterdam and Krakow to make it a full loop.
Some activity highlights:
- Museums and culture in Berlin (see a selection in this article about spring city breaks )
- Cycling and eating your way around the cities
- Chilled time in parks, enjoying spring atmosphere
Why is it easy to plan?
- Trains are not booked up yet and are very affordable
- Reserve a few simple hotels and spend your time outside
- No much needs to be pre-reserved and you can follow your nose and energy levels in terms of activities.
the cotswolds, england
This beautiful region of England has a movie like scenery. Cute cottages, quaint villages, rolling hills and nature will entertain everyone for a few days of Spring holidays.
Some activity highlights:
- Enjoy outdoor activities like cycling, hiking and beautiful walks along scenic trails
- Visit the Cotswolds Wildlife Park
- Enjoy great gastronomy in countryside pubs
Why is it easy to plan?
- You don’t even need to fly, simply take the channel tunnel and drive straight to that area
- Book one of the many bed and breakfasts
- Do lots of spontaneous and free activities
southern portugal
If there is a good time to visit Southern Portugal, it is Spring. Waves of tourists are not there yet. The weather is beautiful and you cna truly enjoy the stunning landscape this area of Europe can offer.
Some activity highlights:
- Visit the Benagil Caves
- Enjoy Algarve’s beautiful (empty) beaches
- Get active with great surfing opportunities and hiking trails
Why is it easy to plan?
- Book one of the many flights direct to Lisbon or Faro.
- Rent a car and enjoy a beautiful Atlantic coastal drive
- Since tourists are not there yet, booking a few simple accommodation will be an straight forward exercise.
a train adventure around spain
Are you craving sunshine, good food, but still more than just sitting on a lounge chair? A train adventure around Spain might be just for you. Pack a light bag and go exploring all the beautiful cities.
Some activity highlights:
- Starting in Northern Spain in Girona, explore all the coast all the way to Malaga via Barcelona, Valencia and beautiful Granada.
- Explore the Northern landscapes of Spain starting in Madrid and heading to Bilbao, Leon and Santiago de Compostella
- Learn about all the regional differences and eat your way around the country
Why is it easy to plan?
- Trains are very easy to organise and reserve in Spain.
- You don’t need much planning and can choose 3 highlights per city you visit
- Just seeing a new environment you will help the adventure and holiday feeeling
I hope this article has inspired you and will help you plan a little adventure for the Spring holidays. Europe is truly beautiful in spring, so let’s go out there and explore! My family and I will go on a train adventure across Europe … more on that soon.
