10 Perfect Spring Vacations

Destination

Description

Weather

Price

Range

Flight Time from SFO

Best For

Morocco

Vibrant souks, desert landscapes, and centuries-old medinas make for an unforgettable cultural immersion.

40s-80s, sunny, dry

$$-$$$$

~14-16 hrs

Culture, architecture,markets, food

Emilia Romana, Italy

Off-the-beaten path food capital—home to Parmesan cheese, balsamic vinegar, and handmade pasta—featuring culture from castles to uncrowded museums.

40s-70s, mild, some rain

$$-$$$

~13-15 hrs

Food, hidden gem, culture, architecture

Los Cabos, Mexico

Polished desert-meets-ocean escape with beaches, pools, golf, fishing, water sports, wellness, and excellent food.

60s-80s, sunny, dry

$$-$$$$

~2.5 hrs

Beach, wellness, golf, food, family-friendly, adventure

Chicago

World-class food and beautiful architecture, with river and lakefront charm, and spring events and sports in full swing.

30s-70s, showery

$$-$$$$

~4.5 hrs

Urban exploration, architecture,food scene, spectator sports

Caribbean Cruise

Easy, all-in-one getaway visiting multiple islands with something for every traveler

70s-80s, sunny, brief showers

$$-$$$$

~5-6 hrs

Scenery, beach, family friendly, culture, food

Scottsdale, Arizona

Desert luxury with world-class golf, spas, and poolside days just a short flight away.

40s-90s, sunny, dry

$$-$$$

~2 hrs

Wellness, golf, pool time

Montenegro

European country with dramatic fjord-like bays, walled coastal villages still off most travelers' radar.

40s-70s, mild, showery

$$-$$$$

~15-17 hrs

Hidden gem, culture, natural beauty

Galápagos

Remote islands teeming with wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. Can be combined with Machu Picchu.

70s- 80s, humid, brief showers

$$-$$$$

~12-14 hrs

Wildlife, active adventure, family friendly for tweens and teens

Oceanside, California

Relaxed, under-the-radar beach town with great beaches, surfing, and an excellent local food scene.

50s-70s, sunny, dry

$$-$$$$

~1 hr

Beach, hidden gem, food, family friendly

Lisbon, Portugal

Hilly, colorful capital with incredible food and easy access to fairy-tale palaces and coastal towns for a fraction of the cost of other European countries.

50s - 70s, some rain

$$-$$$

~13-14 hrs

Urban exploration, culture, food