The Best Place for a March Vacation - Warm Weather, Beaches, Travel Specials, & more
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By Greg Mattson, ERV Editor - Updated: Jan 5, 2012
Let's look at some vacation ideas for March 2012. We've put together some tips on where to go for a great early spring getaway.
Since March is spring break time is many places (and a zoo in places like Cancun and Daytona Beach!) we've chosen some March vacation destinations that offer a quieter and more relaxed getaway. And because it's high season for travel in many spots, booking ahead is essential.
Barbados Vacation in March 2012
Looking for a warm vacation in March? You can't go wrong with Barbados!
The Caribbean is great most of the year, but March is a very nice time to be in Barbados. Perfect weather and some of the nicest beaches in the Caribbean make it a March destination of choice.
Since March is still high season in the Caribbean, you'll need to shop and compare the different deals on all-inclusive romantic resorts and beachfront hotels in Barbados.
If you're planning a getaway or honeymoon in March, here's what to expect for weather:
London UK - expect some showers, and a high temp of about 50 F (10 C)
Las Vegas - starting to get warm in the desert, highs of 68 F (20 C)
Hawaii - the "coolest" month in the islands, but you'll still enjoy the sun and an average 79 F (27 C) daytime high.
Italy - moderatly dry, with cooler temps up north in the Alps (57 F or 15 C), and highs in the mid 60's (18 C) in Rome, Naples and Sicily.
Paris - still a bit cool ( 51 F, 11 C) but some sunny days and the blossoms of spring starting to appear.
Video: 10 Warm March Vacation Destinations
Here's our video of ideas for March vacation spots. These romantic places have a nice mix of warm weather, sunshine, and relaxation - away from Spring Break 2012 crowds!
Want to visit the American southwest before it heats up? March is a great time for Arizona romantic getaways. This sunny state has to be one of the best places to travel in March. Arizona weather is comfortably warm in the early spring, with temperatures in the high 60's F (21 C) during the day.
March is perfect for the enjoying the resorts, golf and destination spas Phoenix and Tucson are famous for. The south rim of the Grand Canyon is very "visitable" in March, with fewer crowds and traffic. But take along a coat as it can still snow at higher elevations.
March 2012 Vacation in Queensland
The weather in Queensland, Australia in March is hot and sunny, which is one of the reasons why so many couples choose this time of year for a romantic Queensland getaway.
For one of the best beach vacations in March downunder, head to Noosa, Qld, a lovely spot about 75 miles (162 kms) north of Brisbane. There's great restaurants and all kinds of
deals on romantic Noosa resorts and beachfront apartments.
And of course, fabulous beaches with an ocean temperature of around 22 C, just perfect for swimming and water activities.