Do not be an April fool, ditch home for away and get yourself some much needed sunshine. These popular holiday destinations pretty much guarantee a daily vitamin D fix. Here’s our top three…
Tenerife, Canary Islands
Not just numero uno with the Club 18-30 crowd in search of sun, sand and…sunburn, Tenerife is ever-growing in popularity with families looking for a quick and easy flight from the UK and some fun in sun, as well as couples in search of a bargain fortnight where they can do little else but get to know their sun lounger on a seriously intimate level. Tenerife South is home to the majority of the island’s tourist resorts and many popular, lively beaches including the three Los Cristianos beaches; Playa de la Vistas is widely accepted as being the best out of the three. Las Teresitas located in the north-east is arguably the whole of Tenerife’s most beautiful beach; it has white powdery sand and an artificial reef offering shoals of tropical fish and calm shallow waters. Tenerife North is quieter and boasts some beautiful unspoilt areas, however, its beaches are mostly black sand, plus Tenerife North receives cooler, wetter weather – hence its lush, verdant scenery and smaller crowds. It’s popular with hikers, divers and golfers.
Weather lowdown: Despite Tenerife’s orange weather warnings back in February, the weather is now positively pleasant with an average daily temperature of 17°C, and average high of 20°C and low of 13°C. The sun is shining for 10 hours a day, and the seawater temperature is an inviting 20°C. So dive in…Click here for a 14-day weather forecast.
Lanzarote
Lanzarote is a great choice for families and offers a plethora of enjoyable attractions and activities, not to mention some beautiful beaches. Renowned for its fascinating geology, Lanzarote’s unique moonscape and black volcanic rocky scenery is a memorable sight. – don’t forget your camera. For bags of local character, charm and fewer crowds, head to one of the smaller islands such as El Hierro or La Gomera.
Weather lowdown: The winter rains should be over now (unlike here!) and temperatures sit in the low to mid-20°C with a good seven hours of sun a day to soak up. The sea is also warming up and currently sits at an inviting 14°C. Click here for a 14-day weather forecast.
Cyprus
Cyprus enjoys the mildest climate in the Mediterranean, and temperatures pick up rapidly come April. The sun is shining steadily, the sea is warming up nicely, and the island’s flowers are in bloom. Paphos is arguably one of the island’s best resorts, although the north coast of the Akamas peninsula is the best place to go to escape the crowds.
Weather lowdown: A few April showers may occur, however, they will likely be broken up by plenty of sunshine – at least seven hours a day’s worth – and average temperatures ranging from 16°C -19°C. Click here for a 14-day weather forecast.
