Best places to travel in April
12 destinations ranked by overall draw and how well April fits each. Updated daily.
Best picks for April
Italy
Western EuropeThe benchmark for food, history, and beauty.
Greece
Southern EuropeAncient history, beach, and good food in perfect Mediterranean combination.
Japan
East AsiaExtraordinary food, culture, and cities. Nothing quite prepares you for it.
Mexico
North AmericaMexico City is world-class. Add the coast, ruins, and food culture.
Australia
OceaniaVast, varied, relaxed. Reef, Sydney, and proper wilderness in one.
Bali, Indonesia
Southeast AsiaWarm, affordable, endlessly deep — beach, wellness, and culture in one place.
Lisbon, Portugal
Western EuropeThe best value city in Western Europe.
South Korea
East AsiaSeoul is one of the most exciting cities in Asia.
Costa Rica
Central AmericaSurfing, rainforest, volcanoes, and wildlife in extraordinary density.
Morocco
North AfricaMedinas, desert, mountains, and coast — sensory and varied.
Southern Portugal
Western EuropeAtlantic beaches, excellent food and wine, slow pace.
Turkey
Middle EastIstanbul alone is worth the trip. Add Cappadocia, the coast, and ancient ruins.
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Japan
East AsiaExtraordinary food, culture, and cities. Nothing quite prepares you for it.
Bali, Indonesia
Southeast AsiaWarm, affordable, endlessly deep — beach, wellness, and culture in one place.
Lisbon, Portugal
Western EuropeThe best value city in Western Europe.
South Korea
East AsiaSeoul is one of the most exciting cities in Asia.
Skip in April
Off-season for these places — rainy, too hot, or limited access.
Frequently asked
Where's the best place to travel in April?
Italy. The benchmark for food, history, and beauty. April is peak season there.
Where should I avoid in April?
Places like Thailand, The Alps, India are off-season — rainy, too hot, or limited access. Worth checking the calendar on the destination page before you book.
What's a good budget destination in April?
Italy, Greece, Mexico all sit in the budget-to-mid range and work well in April.
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