We start feeling the chill at home while the Northern Hemisphere warms up, heralding spring and the welcome shoulder travel season. If you want to visit Europe on rand-friendly tours, now is the perfect time to go. Especially, Croatia, which is one of the best countries to visit in April to take advantage of cost-effective tours and discounts.

The East is glorious this time of year, with great package deals available for India, Vietnam and Thailand. Closer to home, Mauritius serves up some lovely beach weather – perfect for family holidays. If you’re looking for bucket list destinations, April is the best time to visit Japan to see the cherry blossoms, Iceland for outdoor adventures, and Russia, to explore its icons before the summer crowds arrive in force. Need more ideas? Take a look!