~ Top 10 Travelling Ideas for April ~

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Top 10 Travelling Ideas for April

April for most places in the world is the start of the season and the end of winter, the weather just about finishes its shift from cold to warm and Mother Nature comes out from resting, once again taking a deep breath and exhaling her miraculously colored beauty upon the earth. For most people it is the time when they can take a few weeks from the everyday hustle and stretch out and take their deep breath of relaxation, exhaling their built up stresses. So in this list you will find some ideas where to let go, relax, getaway or escape to during the month of April. Most are just as good anytime of the year but as any seasoned traveler knows some places are best experienced at certain times of the year and here are some of the best places to visit in April.


1. Port Louis, Mauritius   



In the African continent there is a relatively unknown small country that is definitely worth visiting especially when it comes back to life after the winter months; although Port Louis, Mauritius is not cold, it does have an extremely high wind that sometimes scares foreigners who are not accustomed to natures strong breath. During the summer months is when the city streets are busy and the smells of the city fill the air. Ever since the 1600s people have been coming to the city to make their getaways, the little metropolis is surrounded by fertile green landscapes and healthy forests. The city has its own busy little harbor as well and plenty of beach area for anyone to lie out on. The great city actually got its name from the French King Louis; he was king between 1710 and 1774. The small city is set right on the sometimes stormy Cape of Good Hope and thats where its strong winds come from.

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2. Bonifacio, Corsica, France   



Bonifacio is definitely one of the top places to go in the changeover to summer month of April. The city, which is in Corsica, France was founded centuries ago in the year of 833 and it is the rich history that is so intriguing to most that people gather in the town from thousands of miles away each year. The town does not only attract visitors that want to admire the rich history, the citys naturally inherited beauty found in the surrounding lands are a main reason for many to grace the city with their presence. In the month of April the flowers are in full bloom and their aromatic scents fill the air giving the city a sweet smell and the trees fill the air with fresh oxygen, every breath taken in the city is a gift from nature. The city is Corsicas most unique too as it sits on the only limestone plateau in Corsica. Walking along the cliff edge and looking out over the sea as the sun rises is something the residents get to enjoy every day.

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3. Valletta, Malta



On the Northeast coast of Malta is Valletta, another beautiful addition to the beauty of Malta. It is actually the capital city of Malta and it is a fortified city, one of the best fortifications in the world. The reason the city was built as fortification is that it was built right after the Turk Siege on Malta in 1565. Since then the city has been impenetrable by primitive attacks. Like any other capital city it is modern in design but it still retains its ancient history, which can be seen around the city. Known to sailors throughout the world as "The Gut” is Vallettas famous "Strait Street”, ancient sailors used to fill the street as they made their stay in the city. The most popular places to dine in the ancient city is the open air cafes overlooking the citys harbor. They are the best places to enjoy a great meal or coffee, while having a front row seat to the magnificent blue waters of the harbor.

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4. Petra, Jordan   



Hidden deep in the mountains of Jordan is a city that is one of the worlds most precious ancient sites, with many long enduring ancient landmarks, construction, temples and ruins. Petra as the city is named is a place that not many people in the world know about, which may be a good thing in a way. The people in the world who do know of the small city cherish their time spent in the city and some just decide to stay near it so they can visit over and over. The hand carved ancient city is found in south Jordan and it has been claimed one of the Worlds New Seven Wonders. There is no way it cannot be recognized as such. The ancient Arab civilization used hand tools to chip away the rose stone flake by flake and the end result is spectacular and truly amazing.

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5. Lisbon, Portugal   



Portugals capital city Lisbon is truly a place to visit at least once in your life. The city has a deep history and this can be seen in the miraculously built cathedrals and castles spread out in the historic city. The cultural blend just adds to the citys welcoming atmosphere, no matter where you go in the city, there are smiles on the faces of locals and visitors. Maybe it is the cool breeze coming off of the Atlantic or maybe it is the art lined streets. Whatever it is that invokes people to let out smiles straight from their souls, it is found in Lisbon and it is always in the air and most of the time it is contagious. The art critic finds his home in the Lisbon as well as a numerous ancient art museums and modern art exhibits found in the city. Passions are not only enlightened when visiting Portugals capital city but they are also discovered.

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6. St. Ives, Cornwall, United Kindgom   



Since the medieval times St. Ives in Cornwall, United Kingdom has been an important fishing spot on the Northern coast, so it was natural that the town was founded by its fishing port. Nowadays the city still maintains its fishing heritage but it has been modernly developed into a booming tourist destination with the backbone of relaxation being its major strength. It is truly a deeply soothing atmosphere in St. Ives, no matter where you go in the city you will find a peaceful plot to take a seat and enjoy the scenery or just to take in a breath of fresh air. There are many resorts on the city coasts now some are even found on the citys four beaches, one of which has over a half mile of sand. Swimming in the fresh waters of the beaches is always nice as it is situated on the north end of the St. Ives Bay.

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7. Phuket, Thailand   



Phuket, Thailand, pronounced in English as "Foo - ket” is a Thai island chain taking up about 540 square kilometer of total land, which has some of the best beaches found in the world. In actuality Phuket, Thailand is made up of 33 islands off the coast, with the Island of Phuket being it largest and most populated with a total population of 322,000 people living on the island year round. The great aspect about Phuket is that anyones need for a thrill can be met, whether it is a fast paced city vibe they are yearning for or some time spent on a secluded beach wading in crystal clear waters. There are many things to do in the various districts of Phuket, especially when it comes to modern attractions such as the Phuket Marine Life Aquarium. When in Thailand it is the best place for anyone to spend time relaxing, having fun and just spending a good time out with family. 

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8. Dubrovnik, Croatia   



In Croatia, sitting just on the Adriatic Sea, is the great walled city of Dubrovnik. The unique city is walled all the way around by a giant stone wall, seeing the city from the air is one of the things that just has to be done to understand the complexity of the citys design. During the 15th and 16th centuries the city was a played a major role in maritime trade because of this the city became very wealthy and developed very fast in its early years. Dubrovnik was once part of Yugoslavia but split from the country in the 1990s, during the split up the city was shelled by the country and has sustained some damage on its surrounding wall from the attack in 1991. Today it is one of the most visited destinations on the Adriatic Sea and retains a year round population of around 42,000 residents. It is also registered as a world heritage site by UNESCO and has been so since the 70s.

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9. Bridgetown, Barbados   



When visiting the Barbados it is likely you will stop in on its Capital city known as Bridgetown, which is known as the heart of the Barbados is one of the busiest cities in the tropical paradise. Of course, the Barbados are always relaxed in feeling no matter where you go, so Bridgetown is nothing like a busy city in the United States but in comparison to other cities in the Barbados its quite fast paced. The architectural layout of the city is a wonderful blend of colonial style homes, modern office buildings and cold warehouse areas. The history of the city can keep visitors occupied for hours on end; some of the oldest sites are the synagogue and the St. Michaels Cathedral, both of which are just a 5 minute walk from the Parliament and were both erected in the 17th century. There is much more to the small capital city and a ton of sites that wait to pick the curiosity of visitors all year long.   

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10. Santorini, Greece   



Santorini, Greece is one of the most well noted places in the world to visit and it is definitely the place to go if you just want a romantic and fun getaway from the everyday world drama. It is well known in the world for its quiet lifestyle and relaxed atmosphere that somehow seems to pierce the human soul in its most hidden depths, opening the door for a pure passion filled trip; passion that goes far beyond love of another, it is a passion that allows even the most cynic love the world and its natural glory. Some say that Santorini is the best place in the world to see the sunset and this is a hard claim to hold up as the sunset is seen in different ways around the world but seeing it from the city is truly a spectacular sight to behold as purple, pink, blue and light green shades fill the sky and give colorful sparkles from the sea surface.


As you might have noticed, these destinations all have something in common, they are all phenomenal, now the only problem is making the hard decision of which place to visit as they are all great. Visit them all or just one place a year. Save up for a while and spend a month at each, it will surely be an enlightening experience and will definitely be one that will be forever cherished. Pack your camera and extra film as these locations will fill your photo albums with plenty of pictures. The sad thing is that there is only one month of April every year, so dont miss out on this years April destinations or you will be waiting for another 12 months until the next.