These are some of the best places to visit in spring
Taipei, Taiwan
Taipei is an underrated budget gem. It is incredibly clean, safe, and the spring weather is perfect for the city's famous night markets.
You can eat a full, gourmet-quality dinner for under $10.
April is cherry blossom season in the mountains, but with much fewer crowds than in Japan.
The Calla Lily festival is also on in Yangmingshan National Park and turns the mountains white.
Hanoi, Vietnam
Spring is the 'Goldilocks' zone for Northern Vietnam.
March and April provide mild weather, avoiding the blistering heat and humidity of the Vietnamese summer.
Flowers bloom around Hoàn Kiếm Lake, and the "Tet" festival spirit, which celebrates the arrival of spring, often lingers.
With flights from VietJet, Qantas and Vietnam Airlines, there are often cheap return fares from Melbourne or Sydney in the $500–$700 range.
Plus, the exchange rate is really good right now - the AUD is up ~13–15 per cent over the past two years.
Kyoto, Japan
Spring and Kyoto really do go hand-in-hand.
While the cherry-blossom window is short, the weeks following it offer lush greenery and lower hotel prices.
The botanical gardens and temples are stunning at this time of year.
Lisbon, Portugal
The budget hero of Western Europe, Lisbon is a great place to visit before the mad summer rush.
In spring, the city is draped in purple jacaranda blossoms and the sun is warm.
It is the ideal time of year for walking the hilly Alfama district without the summer heat. The historic Tram 28 is another classic you can take through the city.
Prague, Czech Republic
Prague feels like a fairytale in spring.
The Easter markets (March, April) in the Old Town Square offer local crafts and affordable street food.
Plus, the orchards on Petřín Hill are in full bloom, where you can also get free, stunning views of the city.
Both Prague and Lisbon offer really good on-the-ground value that can offset the long-haul flight cost.
Seville, Spain
Spring is the best time to visit Seville before the Andalusian sun becomes too intense.
The air smells of orange blossoms and jasmine, plus you can experience the Feria de Abril, which involves a week of dancing, horses, and traditional dress.
Antigua, Guatemala
For a budget-friendly trip in the Americas, Antigua offers colonial charm and dramatic volcano views.
Spring coincides with Semana Santa (Holy Week), one of the world's most beautiful cultural festivals.
It is also the dry season, which ensures clear skies for outdoor activities, such as hiking the nearby Acatenango Volcano.
Perth, Australia
Moving to the Southern hemisphere, and a trip to Perth could be the perfect spring-time Aussie getaway.
Western Australia is famous for having the largest collection of wildflowers on Earth. Between September and October, the state transforms into a carpet of pink, yellow, and white blooms.
Explore Kings Park for the Everlasting flowers, or taking a road trip north to the Pinnacles Desert where the blooms contrast against the yellow limestone.
Canberra, Australia
Often overlooked by international travellers, the capital city truly comes alive in spring.
It hosts Floriade, Australia's biggest celebration of spring, featuring over a million blossoms.
The festival runs from mid-September to mid-October and includes workshops, markets, and NightFest (illuminated garden displays).
Overall, the weather is crisp, sunny, and perfect for cycling around Lake Burley Griffin.
Yasawa Islands, Fiji
Fiji is a classic for a reason – it is close, safe, and has easy flight options from Virgin Australia, Qantas, and Fiji Airways.
Spring is the sweet spot before the wet season fully begins in December.
You get warm, balmy days (21–29 degrees) with low humidity.
It's also relatively easy to get around. The Yasawa Flyer ferry is the perfect hop-on, hop-off transport link between the islands.
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