April is one of the smartest months to book leisure travel. The climate is blissfully mild in many parts of the world at this time of year. And since many spring break holidays fall in early April this year, you can expect fewer crowds later in the month, which means more affordable flights and accommodations and easier access to key attractions.
For those in the Northern Hemisphere, the best reason to travel in April is to enjoy the outdoors after winter's cold and darkness. From budding branches and trilling birds to longer stretches of daylight, signs of nature springing back to life are everywhere.
Ahead are 10 of the best places to travel in April this year — plus tips for putting your points and miles to use in these destinations.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on The Points Guy Articles.
