1/6: Crete, Greece: Spectacular, rugged mountain drives thread through lazy villages, where tavernas typically produce their own meat, cheese and wine. Temperature in April: 20°C high; 11°C low./ Image: Unsplash
2/6: Amsterdam, Netherlands turns orange when King’s Day brings a brightly attired army of partygoers to the city’s streets, parks & boats bobbing about the canals. April’s temperature: 11°C high; 4°C low./ Image: Unsplash
3/6: For short-haul sunshine in Europe in April, Cyprus is an excellent destination for a beach holiday, or for walking. The temperature in April: 23°C high; 10°C low./ Image: Unsplash
4/6: Dubai is a sun worshipper’s paradise year-round. Spend days lounging in beach clubs or by the hotel pool before jacket-free evening adventures around marina. April’s temperature: 33°C high; 21° low./ Image: Unsplash
5/6: Spain’s Ibiza’s reputation is greater than its actual size, and a week is more than enough to discover a hefty handful of beach towns and villages. Temperature in April: 20°C high; 11°C low./ Image: Unsplash
6/6: The hillsides are bursting with almond blossom, and the city comes alive with colour, and sunlight casts ornate shadows in every sensational courtyard. Temperature in April: 23°C high; 11°C low./ Image: Unsplash