Travel expert shares top six European destinations to visit in April

A travel guru has revealed her top six European destinations to visit in April, perfect for those looking to escape over the Easter break without venturing too far.

Emma, known on social media as groundedinlondon, is a London-based travel enthusiast who balances globe-trotting with her 9 to 5 job. She took to TikTok to share her recommendations, considering factors such as cost and climate.

On Athens, Emma remarked: "I think April is a really good time of year to visit Athens. It's not too hot, it's not too cold." She highlighted the benefits of fewer tourists and pleasant average temperatures around 20 degrees.

She said: "It's also not too crowded and the average temperature is about 20 degrees. Also in April a lot of the days have clear, blue skies, there's fewer crowds than in the summer and you can explore all the ancient landmarks like the temple of Olympian Zeus and the Acropolis without literally melting away in the summer heat."

Emma recalled an instance last summer when the Acropolis had to close temporarily due to extreme heat, making a springtime visit far more appealing. She believes that an April trip to Athens promises a "much more enjoyable and literally cooler experience" compared to the sweltering summer months.

For those looking to savour a drink in Athens, Emma recommends visiting rooftop bars such as A for Athens, Thea Terrace and MS Roof Garden.

Moving on to Paros, Greece, she says: "Secondly, because April is such an ideal time to visit Greece, with the weather being neither too hot nor too cold, I highly recommend exploring the Greek islands. While all the Greek islands are stunning and worth visiting at this time of year, if I had to choose one, it would probably be Paros."

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