Where to go in May? What are the best destinations for a holiday in May?
Sun, warmth and the first sea are a welcome opportunity for a trip and the May Day holiday offers a tasty chance for a trip.
Where to go on holiday in May 2023
Lanzarote - Average temperature 26°
Lisbon - Average temperature 22°
Cape Verde - Average temperature 29°
Fez - Average temperature 25°
Botswana - Average temperature 27°
Valletta - Average temperature 25°
Mauritius - Average temperature 27°
Kefalonia - Average temperature 22°
Thessaloniki - Average temperature 22°
Bali - Average temperature 27°
Below you will find the most suitable destinations for a spring holiday in May with beach destinations, European capitals and places in Italy that are even more beautiful in May.
May holidays where to go
Morocco, and the whole Maghreb area in general, are perfect places to visit in May.
The climate is mild and not yet too hot for hiking and days outdoors. The Canaries and Cape Verde are also perfect destinations for May.
In these two archipelagos it is actually always warm and any time of year is the right time for a holiday.
Malta, Cyprus and Lampedusa, on the other hand, are at their best in May when it is noticeably warmer than in our latitudes and we are still far from the high season and at a perfect time to enjoy solitary beaches and cities not yet crowded with tourists.
Below are more destinations for your May holiday.
Portugal
In May, the hills of Portugal are covered in wild flowers and temperatures are mild. Prices are still low to afford a cheap weekend and it is pleasant to take a walk on the beach.
Find the most beautiful beaches in Portugal and a guide to visiting Portugal on the road here.
May is the perfect month to explore Portugal on foot by walking the Rota Vicentina, a 200 km route along the Sao Vicente Natural Park (south of Lisbon).
If you are not feeling particularly athletic you can enjoy all the beauty of thearchitecture of Lisbon or stop to eat in one ofPorto 's small restaurants .
A good idea is to go to theAlentejoa rural region where you will find endless fields of sunflowers and olive groves around ancient towns and isolated villages.
Greece
May is the best time to discover islands and beaches, get to know the cities and discover the mainland.
Don't limit your trip to well-known islands like Mykonos or Santorini, but choose little-known gems like Hydra, take a walk in the verdant forests of Zagori or explore the Chalkidiki Peninsula.
South of France
Far from the glitz, glitz and glamour of the Cannes festival, beyond the beauty of Nice's wide boulevards and the golden beaches of St. Tropez, there are numerous hidden gems on the French coast, and May is the perfect time to visit them. Here is a review of the secret beaches of the Côte d'Azur.
Stroll around the Roman Forum in Arles or head to theenchanting Eze. The best way to explore the coast is by car. Don't miss a visit to the wild island of Porquerolles.
Sicily
A trip to Sicily is always a good idea, any time of year. Take a walk in Palermo, in Catania or the beautiful towns of the Val di Noto.
In historical cities such as Syracuse, Noto and Taormina, get lost along the narrow streets that seem never-ending and that open onto huge squares around the imposing Baroque cathedrals. If you are an art lover, you can follow a clandestine art trail through the region.
The imposing Salt Cathedral in the Scavuzzo district of Realmonte, in the province of Agrigento, is well worth a visit.
Scotland
Castles overlooking the sea, cliffs, lakes inhabited by monsters, excellent whisky, valleys and islands washed by the North Sea .
Scotland is a land that deserves to be discovered slowly, in a journey in stages and strictly on the road.
Here you will find a series of routes to discover Scotland on The Road.
Val di Merse by bike
A weekend by bike in one of the most fascinating areas of the Terre di Siena.
The roads seem to be marked by nature itself and cross the valley together with rivers and streams, while the villages seem to come out of a medieval miniature. Here you will find all the routes to cross it.
Zakynthos
In perfect solitude and far from the hustle and bustle of tourists arriving in summer, Zakynthos is the perfect island to explore in May.
On Zakynthos, you can dedicate yourself to trekking. Sun-drenched landscapes, breathtaking beaches and lush nature await you.
May by the sea, where to go?
In this article, we have selected the ten best seaside destinations to go to in May.
The ideal is to move south where temperatures are definitely warmer. Among the best destinations we suggest Sardinia, Sicily for those who prefer Italy, Malta, Crete and the Canary Islands for those who prefer to travel in Europe.
Holidays in May Offers
From Rome you fly with Ryanair to Malta from 44 euros a/r, from Milan you fly from 53 euros a/r. From Rome and Palermo you can fly to Marseille from €46 a/r.
From Milan, you can fly to Podgorica from €50 with Wizz Air, while from Rome, Bologna and Milan there are offers to fly to Thessaloniki for €50 return.
From Italy you can fly throughout the month of May to Barcelona, Madrid and Palma from €34 a/r while there are good rates for a low-cost weekend in Portugal: you can fly from Milan to Porto from €91 a/r.
Where to go in May in Italy
In addition to the cities of art and seaside destinations, the month of May is perfect for out-of-town trips to discover the country's most beautiful villages and lesser-known destinations.
Temperatures are pleasant and it will be a pleasure to ride the most beautiful cycle paths or walking trails.
Visit the Monster Park of Bomarzo and drop by the Gardens of Ninfa.
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