Already three months into the year, but the blissful few weeks of warmth and sunshine that a UK (hopefully) summer brings are still months away.
For those who have not beaten the post-Christmas blues and escaped the miserable weather so far this year, March is a perfect month to seek some sun to tide you over until the hotter months at home. There are some destinations where the warm temperatures are already in full swing, from long-haul locations such as Australia to places reached by shorter plane rides, like the seemingly ever-warm Canary Islands.
Falling outside the peak holiday period, March is also an ideal time to escape somewhere sunny before the crowds also arrive, letting you do some city exploring or simply dozing on a sun lounger (often for a lower price compared to the summer months).
To help you plan an early spring break, we’ve rounded up our top picks for hot places to visit in March, as well as suggestions on where to stay.
1. Dubai, UAE
Temperature: averages of 24C, highs of 30C
Before the sweltering summer heat descends on the emirate, March can be an ideal time to visit this modern metropolis. No activity is off limits in the springtime, as the weather can be mild enough to wander the streets soaking up the culture, taking a dip in the Gulf or visiting some of Dubai’s top attractions, like the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall, both the largest of its kind. If you want a taste of Arabian history, venture away from the shiny skyscrapers to the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood for tours around the sandstone wind towers, or head to Dubai’s souks selling anything from spices to textiles. If watersports are on the agenda, Dubai’s hotels and waterfront offer a range of activities, from kitesurfing to hoverboarding, or head down to the Aquaventure World water park with kids.
To stay near Old Dubai, book a room at Al Seef Heritage Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton for a boutique experience that blends vintage charm with modern amenities. Suites and hotel rooms celebrate Emirati culture, while the restaurant spotlights traditional flavours of the region. Opposite the hotel, the famous spice and gold souks can be seen across Dubai Creek and are accessed via water taxi.
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