Spring Fling: Where to Jet for the Long Weekend

The sun is out, the cherry blossoms are blooming, and the group chat has started dropping pins. Whether you're chasing music, cocktails, or cobblestones, we’ve rounded up four spring-perfect destinations for your next long weekend.

From desert glam in Palm Springs to canal-side lounging in Amsterdam, here’s where to fly (and what to do once you land).

1. Palm Springs, CA

Scene: Retro-glam revival, poolside everything, and festival fever.

Stay: The Parker Palm Springs
Mid-century maximalism meets Jonathan Adler’s wildest dreams. Think lemon trees, hammocks, and an on-site spa named PSYC because, of course.

Do:

• Coachella or Stagecoach: Even if you skip the wristband, the after parties and pop-ups are reason enough to be in town.

• Dinner at Workshop Kitchen + Bar: A James Beard Award-winner with industrial-chic vibes and unforgettable roasted carrots. Yes, carrots.

2. New York City, NY

Scene: Cherry blossoms, rooftop season soft launch, and the kind of city chaos you’ve missed.

Stay: The Ned NoMad
Clubby in the best way, New York’s version of London cool. The terrace is a spring cocktail in itself.

Do:

• Stroll through Central Park’s cherry blossoms: Head to Cherry Hill or the Reservoir loop. It’s peak petal season, and your camera roll knows it.

• Lunch at Lodi at Rockefeller Center: Italian-ish, stylish, and somehow calm in the middle of Manhattan. CN Traveler-approved.

3. London, UK

Scene: Flower stalls, five-star martinis, and "did I just walk into a Netflix period drama?" vibes.

Stay: The NoMad London
Set inside a former courthouse, now dripping in velvet and curated cool. Covent Garden never looked so good.

Do:

• Catch the Chelsea Physic Garden in full bloom: London’s oldest botanical garden is your springtime main character moment.

• Cocktails at Bar Termini in Soho — Tiny, Italian, and wildly charming. Go for the negroni, stay for the locals-only energy.

4. Amsterdam, Netherlands

Scene: Biking in linen, stroopwafels on canals, and tulips as far as your feed can scroll.

Stay: Pulitzer Amsterdam
A chic labyrinth of canal houses with gold-accented rooms and seriously good service.

Do:

• Bike to Keukenhof Gardens: It’s a short ride out of the city and peak tulip heaven (open through mid-May).

• Brunch at Bakers & Roasters: Kiwi vibes, Aussie coffee, and eggs that cure jet lag.

Ready for wheels up?
Whether you’re festival-hopping or chasing tulips & cherry blossoms, NUBES can charter you there in style. No layovers, no drama - just a perfectly timed escape.

Request a Quote with our team, because your long weekend deserves a short flight.