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\nTrip\u00a0Planner:<\/strong> Where to travel and when’s the best time to go?<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n
Here’s our top picks of where to go in March for enjoyable holidays. Go where the weather is great and fun events are happening in March. Read on to find out what makes these destinations the best places to travel this month.<\/em><\/span> A long weekend in a vibrant city<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Great for: Art, Short trips from singapore, City break<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n March may be the last month you\u2019ll get to enjoy cooler weather in\u00a0Hong\u00a0Kong before summer hits. The second installation of the well-received\u00a0Art Basel\u00a0Hong\u00a0Kong<\/a>\u00a0is happening this month, so don\u2019t miss the opportunity to check out the best regional and international art, all in one place.<\/p>\n A\u00a0half-day city tour<\/a>\u00a0is a great way to take in the key sights of\u00a0Hong\u00a0Kong, especially if you\u2019re a first-timer. Otherwise, treat yourself to a view with a difference by hopping on an once-in-a-lifetime\u00a0helicopter\u00a0tour<\/a>.<\/p>\n When you make it down to ground level, take the time to explore some of\u00a0Hong\u00a0Kong\u2019s coolest neighbourhoods by foot to uncover small art galleries, secret bars, fantastic local food and great shopping. Make your way to\u00a0Sheung\u00a0Wan, Wan\u00a0Chai\u00a0and\u00a0Sai\u00a0Ying\u00a0Pun to hang out with the coolest locals on the island.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [tabs]<\/p>\n [tab title=”Weather in Hong Kong” icon=”entypo-light-up” ]<\/p>\n The Weather in Hong Kong in March<\/strong><\/p>\n Average Temperature:<\/strong>\u00a011\u00b0C – 27\u00b0C<\/p>\n Season:<\/strong>\u00a0Spring<\/p>\n What to Pack:<\/strong>\u00a0Sweaters and a light coat that you can layer according to the weather.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=”Let’s go!” icon=”entypo-flight”]<\/p>\n How to Get There:<\/strong>\u00a0A number of airlines operate\u00a0direct flights<\/a>\u00a0to Hong Kong, including Cathay Pacific, Jetstar and Singapore Airlines.<\/p>\n Average Flight Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Approximately 4 hours.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=’Where to Stay’ icon=’entypo-suitcase’]<\/p>\n Be in the thick of action by\u00a0staying<\/a>\u00a0in the uber-cool neighbourhoods of Wan Chai or Sheung Wan.<\/p>\n [button style=’blue’ icon=”entypo-suitcase” url=’https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Hong-Kong-Hotels.d178263.Travel-Guide-Hotels’ fullwidth=’true’] View Hotels in Hong Kong\u00a0[\/button] [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=”More” icon=”entypo-forward”] [button url=’https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Hong-Kong.d178263.Destination-Travel-Guides’ icon=’entypo-book-open’ fullwidth=’true’] Read More: Hong Kong\u00a0Travel Guide[\/button] [\/tab]<\/p>\n [\/tabs]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Retreat from the bustle of daily life<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Great for: Nature, Food, Somewhere new, Beaches, Tea Plantations<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Catch the world\u2019s most magnificent marine animals on their annual migration. Mirissa, on the southern tip of Sri Lanka, is a popular base for explorers hoping to watch pods of whales as they interact with each other and leap acrobatically out of the water.<\/p>\n For more crystal-clear waters to frolic in, the\u00a0beachside\u00a0town of\u00a0Galle\u00a0is just a 50-minute drive away. The\u00a0Jetwing\u00a0Lighthouse<\/a>, which was designed by renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa, offers you stunning views of the surf right from your balcony.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for a change in scenery, the Colonial-era tea plantations in the picturesque hills of Sri Lanka are a great place to enjoy endless greenery. One of the best ways to savour the slow life is to take the rickety (but safe) train through the rolling hills, giving you plenty of opportunities to watch the sari-clad plantation workers harvest tea leaves by hand.<\/p>\n Do not miss the chance to sample the excellent\u00a0Sri\u00a0Lankan\u00a0food.\u00a0Hoppers<\/a>, a bowl-shaped crepe, are a popular breakfast dish and perfectly shaped to hold all sorts of sweet and savoury condiments. A typical\u00a0Sri\u00a0Lankan\u00a0meal comprises rice and curry, and is often served with a selection of about six small vegetable and\u00a0sambal\u00a0dishes, meaning you\u2019ll get to taste a variety of flavours with every meal.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [tabs]<\/p>\n [tab title=”Weather in Sri Lanka” icon=”entypo-light-up” ]<\/p>\n The Weather in Sri Lanka in March<\/strong><\/p>\n Average Temperature:<\/strong>\u00a024\u00b0C – 33\u00b0C.<\/p>\n Season:<\/strong>\u00a0Dry and sunny.<\/p>\n What to Pack:<\/strong>\u00a0Sunscreen to keep sunburn at bay.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=”Let’s go!” icon=”entypo-flight”]<\/p>\n How to Get There:<\/strong>\u00a0Singapore Airlines and Sri Lankan Airlines operate\u00a0direct flights<\/a>\u00a0to Colombo, where you can either rent a car or hire a local driver to reach other parts of the country.<\/p>\n Average Flight Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Approximately 4 hours.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=’Where to Stay’ icon=’entypo-suitcase’]<\/p>\n The town of\u00a0Nurawa Eliya<\/a>\u00a0offers many lodges and villas, some of which come with butlers and cooks who will wait on you hand and foot.<\/p>\n [button style=’blue’ icon=”entypo-suitcase” url=’https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Sri-Lanka-Hotels.d6055123.Travel-Guide-Hotels?rfrr=TG.Destinations.City.Book.Hotels’ fullwidth=’true’] View Hotels in Sri Lanka [\/button] [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=”More” icon=”entypo-forward”] [button url=’https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Sri-Lanka.d6055123.Destination-Travel-Guides’ icon=’entypo-book-open’ fullwidth=’true’] Read More: Sri Lanka\u00a0Travel Guide[\/button] [\/tab]<\/p>\n [\/tabs]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Excellent food and wine, a cornucopia of cultural entertainment<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Great for: Food, Wine, Culture, Penguins, Beaches, Cafes<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n March is perfect for exploring the eclectic laneways of the city without working up a sweat. Hit up South Yarra and Fitzroy to uncover cool street art, hidden cafes and indie shopping.<\/p>\n The stellar\u00a0Melbourne International Comedy Festival<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 one of the big three comedy festivals globally \u2013 celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Expect a blockbuster line-up of acts and guaranteed bellyaching laughs. Plus, street buskers, stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, film and visual arts will take over the city\u2019s performance spaces.<\/p>\n There\u2019s also plenty of sights and activities outside the city to keep you entertained. On\u00a0Phillip Island<\/a>, you can catch the unforgettable view of thousands of adorable fairy penguins emerging from the shoreline to rest on land. Food and wine lovers can\u2019t go wrong with a visit to the\u00a0Yarra Valley<\/a>, famed for its gourmet produce and excellent wines.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [tabs]<\/p>\n [tab title=”Weather in Melbourne” icon=”entypo-light-up” ]<\/p>\n The Weather in Melbourne, Australia in March<\/strong><\/p>\n Average Temperature:<\/strong>\u00a012\u00b0C – 24\u00b0C<\/p>\n Season:<\/strong>\u00a0Autumn<\/p>\n What to Pack:<\/strong>\u00a0It can rain quite a bit in autumn, so bring along a brolly and rain boots.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=”Let’s go!” icon=”entypo-flight”]<\/p>\n How to Get There:<\/strong>\u00a0Qantas Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines operate\u00a0direct flights<\/a>\u00a0from Singapore to Melbourne.<\/p>\n Average Flight Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Approximately 7.5 hours.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=’Where to Stay’ icon=’entypo-suitcase’]<\/p>\n Soak in Melbourne’s unique laneway culture with a stay at a cool boutique hotel such as\u00a0Ovolo Laneways<\/a> or\u00a0Vibe Savoy Hotel Melbourne<\/a>.<\/p>\n [button style=’blue’ icon=”entypo-suitcase” url=’https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Melbourne-Hotels.d178283.Travel-Guide-Hotels?rfrr=TG.Destinations.City.Book.Hotels’ fullwidth=’true’] View Hotels in\u00a0Melbourne[\/button] [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=”More” icon=”entypo-forward”] [button url=’https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Melbourne.d178283.Destination-Travel-Guides’ icon=’entypo-book-open’ fullwidth=’true’] Read More: Melbourne\u00a0Travel Guide[\/button] [\/tab]<\/p>\n [\/tabs]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Great for: Adventurous, fun-loving travellers, Hindu festival<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Holi\u00a0is one of the world\u2019s most exuberant festivals and you have to experience it to believe it. Hindus celebrate this festival to mark the beginning of spring by throwing coloured powder on each other.\u00a0Some of the best areas to experience the festivities include the holy cities of Mathura and Vrindavan, Udaipur and Delhi.<\/p>\n Delhi, the capital of India, is a wondrous juxtaposition of old and new. From the walled city of Old Delhi, the\u00a0Jama\u00a0Masjid\u00a0mosque and the 400-year-old\u00a0Chandni\u00a0Chowk\u00a0bazaar<\/a>\u00a0to modern landmarks like Parliament House and the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, there\u2019s so much to take in that a\u00a0day tour<\/a>\u00a0will allow you to pack it all in.<\/p>\n You must not leave without visiting the majestic\u00a0Taj\u00a0Mahal<\/a>, the enduring monument to everlasting love that Emperor Shah\u00a0Jahan\u00a0built for his true love.<\/p>\n For a tropical escape, venture to the backwaters of\u00a0Kerala<\/a>. This region is famous for its Ayurvedic treatments, Indian cuisine and a general slower pace of life \u2013 perfect for those who want to get away from it all.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [tabs]<\/p>\n [tab title=”Weather in India” icon=”entypo-light-up” ]<\/p>\n The Weather in India in March<\/strong><\/p>\n Average Temperature:<\/strong>\u00a015\u00b0C – 28\u00b0C<\/p>\n Season:<\/strong>\u00a0Dry<\/p>\n What to Pack:<\/strong>\u00a0Loose-fitting, long-sleeved tops and long pants to fit in with the locals.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=”Let’s go!” icon=”entypo-flight”]<\/p>\n How to Get There:<\/strong>\u00a0Air India and Jet Airways operate\u00a0direct flights<\/a>\u00a0from Singapore to Delhi (DEL).<\/p>\n Average Flight Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Under 6 hours.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=’Where to Stay’ icon=’entypo-suitcase’]<\/p>\n New Delhi is home to many\u00a0international hotels<\/a>\u00a0that will provide a welcome refuge from the chaotic excitement of the city.<\/p>\n [button style=’blue’ icon=”entypo-suitcase” url=’https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Delhi-Hotels.d180000.Travel-Guide-Hotels?rfrr=TG.Destinations.City.Book.Hotels’ fullwidth=’true’] View Hotels in Delhi [\/button] [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=”More” icon=”entypo-forward”] [button url=’https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/India.d80.Destination-Travel-Guides’ icon=’entypo-book-open’ fullwidth=’true’] Read More: Delhi Travel Guide[\/button] [\/tab]<\/p>\n [\/tabs]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Great for: \u00a0K-Pop,\u00a0Nightlife, Shopping, City Sightseeing, Temples<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n March marks the start of the spring season<\/a>\u00a0in South Korea, and while the weather remains cool,\u00a0it’s a great time to explore the city before the hordes of visitors arrive to take in the wild flowers in bloom.<\/p>\n This vibrant, ultra-modern city is ground zero of the K-wave that is all the rage, but at the same time it\u2019s also home to stately\u00a0temples and palaces<\/a>\u00a0that will give you insight into Korean history and culture \u2013 from the awe-inspiring Gyeongbokgung Palace, which dates back to the 14th century, to Jogyesa Temple, the centre of Korean Buddhism, and the National Folk Museum.<\/p>\n For high-end glitz and glamour, visit the Gangnam District, which is packed with shopping malls, luxury boutiques and plastic surgery clinics (if that\u2019s your sort of thing). If you would like to check out Korean street fashion and pick up some popular Korean cosmetics, make a beeline for\u00a0Myeongdong<\/a>.<\/p>\n Some other one-of-a-kind activities to partake in include getting a\u00a0Korean pop star makeover and\u00a0photoshoot<\/a>, taking a\u00a0Taekwondo\u00a0class<\/a>\u00a0or even\u00a0visiting the sites<\/a>\u00a0where popular Korean movies and TV series are filmed.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [tabs]<\/p>\n [tab title=”Weather in Seoul” icon=”entypo-light-up” ]<\/p>\n The Weather in Seoul, Korea in March<\/strong><\/p>\n Average Temperature:<\/strong>\u00a0-2\u00b0C – 9\u00b0C.<\/p>\n Season:<\/strong>\u00a0Late winter.<\/p>\n What to Pack:<\/strong>\u00a0A warm coat as the nights can be particularly chilly.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=”Let’s go!” icon=”entypo-flight”]<\/p>\n How to Get There:<\/strong>\u00a0Korean Air, Asiana Airlines and Singapore Airlines\u00a0fly directly<\/a>\u00a0to Seoul\u2019s Incheon International Airport (ICN).<\/p>\n Average Flight Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Approximately 6.5 hours.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=’Where to Stay’ icon=’entypo-suitcase’]<\/p>\n Myeongdong is a great area to stay in to immerse yourself into K-pop culture \u2013 there are a couple of\u00a0ibis hotels<\/a>\u00a0located here. Alternatively, in the Gangnam District, where ultramodern skyscrapers dominate the landscape, you will never run out of entertainment options on your trip.<\/p>\n [button style=’blue’ icon=”entypo-suitcase” url=’https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Seoul-Hotels.d178308.Travel-Guide-Hotels’ fullwidth=’true’] View Hotels in the city [\/button] [\/tab]<\/p>\n [tab title=”More” icon=”entypo-forward”] [button url=’https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Seoul.d178308.Destination-Travel-Guides’ icon=’entypo-book-open’ fullwidth=’true’] Read More: Seoul\u00a0Travel Guide[\/button] [\/tab]<\/p>\n [\/tabs]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
\n<\/p>\nGet Arty in Hong Kong<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nGo Whale Watching in Mirissa, Sri Lanka<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nLaugh Your Heart Out in Melbourne, Australia<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nExperience a Riot of Colours in India<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nHave Some K-Pop Fun in Seoul, South Korea<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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