Spring is a transitional period from Winter to Summer, and that means that it marks the shoulder season for many popular destinations. In the northern hemisphere, places that benefit from higher temperatures start their busy season, while places that like colder temperatures leave theirs, and hotels and airlines try to make the most of this transitional time by offering lower prices and other special deals. This means it is much more likely that you will be able to find a cheap, last-minute flight, and there are few things more exciting for a travel enthusiast than finding a good deal and jumping on it for an impromptu vacation. If you are looking to find such a deal, then read on as we explore 6 destinations that are perfect to visit in late Spring.
Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico
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As the Northern hemisphere warms up in May, the Caribbean islands and beach towns get much less business as people aren’t looking for a warm escape. This means that many of the hotels and cruise lines offer better deals to try and get as many guests before hurricane season puts a literal damper on things. Since hurricane season doesn’t start until June, May is the best time to go. If you do choose to risk a June vacation to the Caribbean, just be sure to get travel insurance in case a storm causes you to cancel your trip!
New Orleans
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Everyone associates New Orleans with Mardi Gras, which famously takes place in March. But New Orleans is as lively as they come regardless of what time of year you go. With their major events over, you’ll not only get better prices, but you’ll get the chance to have a more intimate, personal connection with the city. In mid-May, you can attend the laid-back music festival Bayou Boogaloo, and in early June you can attend the Creole Tomato Festival, celebrating one of Louisiana’s most iconic agricultural offerings.
Greece
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The summer months mark the busiest times for Greece, but there are a lot of advantages to visiting in the spring. For one thing, the wildflowers will be in full bloom following spring rains, making for some great photo opportunities. Larger islands like Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, and Rhodes will still have plenty of visitors, if you want the excitement and activity that comes with crowds. But the smaller islands like Naxos, Paros, Milos, and Sifnos will be pretty quiet, so you can get away for a little peace and quiet if you need it.
Las Vegas
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May marks the final month of Vegas’s busy season, so you will start to see prices drop as temperature rise. With less people coming in, it will be easier to get a table at restaurants and many rooftop patios will be open, allowing for great views at sunset. Less crowds also means less people at the pool while still being the perfect temperature for it. Besides, Vegas casinos, shows, and nightclubs never really stop, so you aren’t missing out on anything by going when it is a little slower.
Peru
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May and June start the dry season for Peru, but aren’t quite as busy as summer, when things really kick off. The effects of the rainy season will still be felt, with the lush flora brimming with color, extolling the benefits of heavy rains. One of the main attractions here is the archeological sites like Machu Picchu, the 15th century Inca citadel often referred to as the “Lost City of the Incas.” Visiting these places with less crowds and without sweltering heat is the best way to appreciate them.
Egypt
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Sightseeing at famous sites like Pyramids of Giza, Luxor, Karnak, Valley of the Kings, and Abu Simbel(pictured above) is one of the biggest reasons to go to Egypt, and there are a couple of advantages to seeing them in spring. Crowds will be thinner, and days will be longer, but without the sweltering heat that comes with the summer months. Plus, with markets and restaurants less crowded, you will have a better chance of having more authentic interactions with the locals.
