The high season in Croatia isn’t always pleasant, and the crowds in Dubrovnik are among some of the worst in all of Europe.
Sarajevo is a city rich in history and has been central to many events throughout the past decade. While it’s beautiful throughout the year, spring is especially scenic.
Kosovo’s cultural capital isn’t on many traveler’s itineraries. But it should be! The best time to visit is spring before it gets too hot to hike up to the fortress or enjoy a tasty Kosovo coffee along the river.
Tirana is quirky and funky and has undergone a bit of a renaissance in recent years, thanks to Albania’s big tourism push.
France’s gastronomical capital always serves something good. And if you visit in April and May, you can enjoy glorious weather before a bit of spring hiking in the Alps.
Madrid might not be as popular as Barcelona or Mallorca, but plenty remains to do. And due to its inland location and lack of sea breeze, it’s much more comfortable during springtime.
However, if frigid temps and snow aren’t your thing, the warmer season is also lovely. The cobblestone streets and historical buildings come to life.
Romania is far from the tourist trail, and that also goes for the capital city. However, Bucharest makes for a nice little spring visit. The temps are pleasantly in the 70s, perfect for strolling streets best explored on foot.
Toulouse is called “La Ville en Rose” or “The Pink City” due to the unique bricks used in most buildings in the city center.