SPRING BREAK
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The Maldives
With white-sand beaches
and balmy temperatures
averaging 28.5°C year-
round, the scattered isles
of the Maldives make an
idyllic getaway at any time
of year. But the spring
shoulder season brings
fewer crowds (bar the
Easter break, of course)
so you’ll have no trouble
finding a secluded patch of
sand to work on your tan.
Conditions are also perfect
for snorkelling and diving
among coral reefs, while
whale shark sightings are
all but guaranteed in
the South Ari Atoll.
WHERE TO STAY: On a
powdery, postage-stamp
sized island, JA Manafaru
packs in idyllic experiences
and fine dining to boot.
Bali
As the rainy season comes
to an end and the mercury
stays high, spring is a great
time to visit Bali. Head to
the south coast for palm-
fringed beaches, pumping
surf breaks and hip beach
clubs, then find your zen in
the lush highlands of Ubud,
home to wellness retreats,
terraced rice fields and Tomb
Raider-style temples. This
month, join thousands of
yogis from across the globe
for workshops and world
music at Ubud’s annual Bali
Spirit Festival (March 24-31).
WHERE TO STAY: Overlooking
Echo Beach in the island's
south, the Como Uma
Canggu resort boasts a
swanky spa, buzzing beach
club and huge lagoon pool.
Udaipur
On the shores of Lake
Pichola, Rajasthan’s most
romantic city seduces
travellers with its magnificent
palaces, whitewashed havelis
and maze of tightly winding
streets. Summer is scorching,
but low season brings hot
by the water
