Our top picks for Easter holidays 2021
When are the Easter holidays in 2021?
Easter weekend is Friday 2 April - Monday 5 April. The school holidays are Monday 29 March until Friday 9 April.
Where should I go on holiday during the Easter break?
St Lucia
Average temperatures: High of 29°C
Time difference: 4 hours behind the UK (GMT -4 hours)
Flight duration: Approx. 8 hours and 30 minutes
Rainfall: 16 days of rain on average in March and April
Nothing could make the dark winter feel further away than picturesque volcanic landscapes, thriving tropical foliage, majestic hidden waterfalls, picture-perfect coastline, and some of the best restaurants in the Caribbean. St Lucia is the quintessential Caribbean paradise and with March and April falling within the islands driest season, Easter is the perfect time to visit and make some memories that couldn’t be replicated elsewhere.
British Virgin Islands
Average temperatures: Highs of 29°C
Time difference: 4 hours behind the UK (GMT -4 hours)
Flight duration: Approx. 8 hours and 50 minutes
Rainfall: 9 days of rain on average in March and April
If you’ve ever found yourself daydreaming of setting sail on a unique adventure and drinking in refreshing sea air as you glide over crystal blue waters, then a British Virgin Islands holiday will tick all your boxes. Made up of 60 islands the BVI is renowned for sailing, and with the best sailing conditions coming over Easter, there is no better time to experience them for yourself.
Maldives
Average temperatures: Highs of 31°C
Time difference: 5 hours ahead of the UK (GMT +5 hours)
Flight duration: Direct flights take between 10 and 11 hours. Flights with a connection are likely to take 12 or 13 hours, depending on transfer time.
Rainfall: 8 days of rain in March and 10 April on average
Made up of over 1100 atolls that hide magnificent coral reefs beneath their crystal-clear water, the Maldives boasts some of the best diving in the world, as well as a host of other amazing things to do. The weather in the Maldives reaches its picture-perfect peak over the Easter holidays, so there is no better time to explore this island paradise at its absolute best.
Dubai
Average temperatures: Highs of 29°C
Time difference: 4 hours ahead of the UK (GMT +4 hours)
Flight duration: Approx. 7 hours and 15 minutes
Rainfall: 3 days of rain on average in March and April
Dubai is a stunning modern metropolis, glistening and unmissable amidst miles of fantasy-inspiring desert landscape. Whether its shopping, dining, theme parks or water sports that make it onto your dream itinerary, Dubai will have something for you. And with spring temperatures cooling somewhat compared to their summertime peak, the climate is perfect for an action-packed Easter adventure.
UK
Average temperatures: Highs of 10°C
Time difference: None
Flight duration: None
Rainfall: 10-16 days of rain in March and April on average
It may not have the climate of the far-flung destinations listed above, but the UK is home to some hidden gems and natural beauty spots that can appeal to even the most discerning of travellers. Packed with luxury shopping, inspiring sights, and cultural and historical hotspots, an Easter getaway without the hassle of leaving the country might be the perfect cure for the winter blues.
