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THE BEST DESTINATIONS FOR SPRING

Spring is almost here, and the weekend getaways, Easter and the long-awaited long weekends begin. Travelling in March, April and May is like taking little pills that lead us towards summer holidays, with the excitement of the list of plans ahead.

The days are gradually getting warmer and longer, inviting us to go out and relax in a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere. In spring, apart from the holidays, the destinations are not as crowded, which allows us to enjoy more relaxing getaways. And best of all, the cities are filled with vibrant colours: reds, pinks, yellows and greens, thanks to the flowers that adorn facades and parks, and to a special light that is increasingly warmer.

Our list of spring destinations and the reasons. ;)

✿ OPORTO
The best time to visit is late April and May. The city is filled with colourful festivities. One of the most important is Freedom Day on 25 April. By then, the rains have stopped and it is a good idea to go for a walk, spend a lot of time outdoors or enjoy a glass of wine on the banks of La Ribeira.

✿ UMBRIA
As the days grow longer, the region’s fields and hills become striking and vibrant. Vineyards and olive groves are in full bloom, creating a landscape in shades of green and gold. Towns awaken from winter slumber with festivals, open-air markets and cultural events.

✿ ASTURIAS
Visiting the Costa Verde in spring means facing various weather conditions on the same day: rain, sun, cold and heat, all at the same time. However, what the route offers is constant beauty in the meadows and mountains, with that lush vegetation that characterizes it so much, creating a spectacle of green tones and wild flowers, together with the turquoise blue of the Cantabrian Sea. Gastronomy can be your ally: if you are cold, try some delicious beans, and if you are hot, then a cold cider.

✿ BORDEAUX
It is a city that welcomes you at any time of the year, but we cannot deny that spring and early summer are the times when you can best enjoy it in all its facets. During these months, it is more pleasant to spend time walking, and there is also an important event in April: the Semaine des dégustations Primeurs, which consists of the first tastings of the previous harvest and is held from April 22 to 25.

✿ AMSTERDAM
During this season, the city comes to life with various festivals and events. The Keukenhof Tulip Festival, a park of more than 32 hectares with immense tulip gardens, opens its doors from March 23. It is the ideal time to go for bike rides, enjoy outdoor cafes and immerse yourself in the blossoming beauty of the city.

✿ COPENHAGEN
Spring in Copenhagen is perfect for cycling around the city and experiencing its warmer, more relaxed side, which residents enthusiastically display. Places like Tivoli Gardens, which reopens for the next 6 months from 22 March to 22 September, along with Botanisk Have (botanical museum) and Kongens Have, are just a small part of what you can enjoy in the city at this pleasant time of year.

✿ ST. JOHN OF LIGHT
We always say that any time of year is ideal for visiting this town, which invites you to stroll quietly through its historic centre, full of narrow streets with many attractions, especially in terms of local shops. It is also lovely to walk around its picturesque fishing port and the Grande Plage promenade, which runs along its long and beautiful beach. In spring, you can already see brave residents taking their first dip, as well as in autumn, when some resist the end of summer. Without a doubt, it is an escape to reconnect with the fishing tradition and the sea, a trip that is always worthwhile.

✿ MADRID
From mid-April, the capital experiences its ideal temperature which lasts until the end of June. In addition, the city becomes even more lively due to various festivities, reaching a peak of activity from the month of May, if one can set a limit, as in recent years it has been a 24/7/365 city. On May 15th, San Isidro is celebrated, and throughout the month, the parks are filled with color, the terraces are overflowing with residents and tourists enjoying the sun until late at night. This is the trend from Thursday to Sunday.

✿ BARCELONA
Just like Madrid, Barcelona displays a vibrant energy during this time of year, which is the prelude to summer. The beautiful festival of Sant Jordi is also celebrated on April 23, during which a flower and a book are given as gifts, a day full of joy and colour, and marking the beginning of enjoying the city in all its cultural, gastronomic and outdoor leisure splendour, especially in its emblematic Barceloneta, where you can start enjoying time outdoors and nourish yourself with vitamin D.

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