SWEET SPOT IN MARCH

March is a “sweet spot” for travel, offering pleasant weather, blooming landscapes (Northern Hemisphere), comfortable autumn temperatures (Southern Hemisphere), and fewer crowds than peak seasons. This makes it perfect for diverse travel experiences, from city breaks to outdoor adventures.

Main Regions for Shoulder (Sweet Spot) Season):

Europe (Awakening Spring): Mediterranean Europe (e.g., Italy, Spain, Greece) enjoys mild, sunny weather and fewer crowds. Western Europe (e.g., France, UK) sees longer days and warming temperatures. Central Europe is cooler but offers good value, while southern Scandinavia sees rapidly increasing daylight.

North America (Lovely Spring / Winter Sports End): Most of the USA and Southern Canada experience mild, pleasant spring weather. Southwest USA National Parks (e.g., Zion, Grand Canyon) are ideal for hiking before summer heat. Ski resorts in the Rockies offer good snow quality with fewer crowds.

Asia (Cherry Blossom / Pleasant Spring / Dry Season Ending): Late March brings cherry blossoms to Japan and South Korea. China offers pleasant temperatures for sightseeing. Southeast Asia (e.g., Vietnam, Bali, Gulf Coast Thailand) enjoys dry or transitioning conditions.

Middle East & North Africa (Warm & Sunny): Regions like Egypt, Jordan, and the UAE are warm and sunny, perfect for exploring ancient sites before intense summer heat.

Africa (Shoulder Safari / Southern Africa Autumn): Southern Africa (e.g., South Africa, Botswana) transitions to the dry season, offering good safari viewing and pleasant city exploration as autumn sets in. Mauritius and Seychelles are entering their cooler, drier season.

South America (Autumn): Many countries, including Brazil (southern regions), Argentina, and Chile, are in autumn, providing cooler, drier weather ideal for city exploration, wine regions, and trekking.

Oceania (Autumn): Southern Australia and New Zealand offer cool, crisp autumn weather with stunning fall foliage, excellent for scenic drives and hiking without summer crowds.