The Best Places to Go in April

An authentic adventure in the Far East, a stunning port city that caters to wine lovers, and other destinations that'll inspire your next trip.
Craving a getaway but not quite sure where to go? Here are 10 wanderlust-worthy vacation ideas to put on your radar for April.

Marrakech, Morocco - “Marrakech is ideal in April when the weather is perfectly mild”. You might not be the only traveler to opt for an Easter break, but hole-up in El Fenn and you’ll feel as though you’ve truly escaped the busy city, despite being a stone’s throw from the lively Medina.

Kyoto, Japan - There is arguably no destination more beautiful in the spring than Kyoto. The city’s spectacular cherry blossom season is carefully forecasted each year, and predictions for 2018 suggest that the flowers will arrive on March 28, with the peak viewing taking place from April 3-11. Luckily, that means you still have time to plan a trip.
Porto, Portugal - “Porto has all the charms of Lisbon—wine bars, killer seafood, golden rooftops—without the crowds, and April is a great time to visit, before the summer tourism rush”.

Savannah, Georgia - With temperate weather but thinner crowds and lower prices, March and April are low season in this history-rich city.
Merida, Mexico - “The charming colonial city in the Yucatan is never overrun with tourists and has a thriving art culture”'. “April is a perfect time to visit as it’s just before the sweltering summer heat descends on Mexico
Botswana - “If you want to check a safari off your bucket list, Botswana is the place to go. The country is blessed with some of the most dramatic wilderness areas in Africa,” says Tom Stein, Vice President of American Express Travel.
Newport Beach, California - With oceanfront mansions, high-end shopping, laid-back beach bars, and historical cottages, the sophisticated seaside city in Orange Country caters to both yachties and surfers alike. Though the area is pleasant year-round, April is a particularly buzzy time thanks to the Newport Beach Film Festival.

Crete, Greece - “Typically we think of Greece as a destination for the height of summer, but temperatures really start to rise at the end of April and it’s an ideal time to get to the islands before the masses descend”
Raleigh, North Carolina - For a low-key weekend away, head to North Carolina’s capital city. Your itinerary should include a visit to one of the area’s craft breweries (like Trophy Brewing & Tap Room).
Galle, Sri Lanka - Sri Lanka has experienced a major tourism boom of late, establishing itself as a must-visit destination for luxury travelers.