*All data & commentary to be attributed to Skyscanner Australia Travel Expert, Jarrod Kris*
In an increasingly connected world, more of us are returning to nature to belong to something more tangible and be part of a wider collective experience. Beyond the usual hotspots, here are some lesser-known flower destinations blooming in popularity:
1. Chiang Mai’s Flower Festival – February. Fly for as little as $773 return to Chiang Mai from Perth, when you depart on February 7th and return on February 14th 2025.
A vibrant celebration of Chiang Mai’s horticultural heritage, featuring elaborate floral floats, parades, and displays of tropical blooms, particularly damask roses. For an extended floral adventure, consider visiting the nearby city of Chiang Rai, which also hosts its own captivating Flower and Art Festival.
2. Sicily’s Almond Blossom Festival – Late February to March. Fly for as little as $1,275 return to Catania (Sicily) from Melbourne, when you depart on February 25th and return on March 7th.
A joyous welcome to spring across the valleys of Agrigento, with ancient Greek temples providing a stunning backdrop to the delicate pink and white blossoms of almond trees.
3. The Tulip Festival in Srinagar – Late March to mid-April. Fly for as little as $1,710 return to Srinagar from Melbourne, when you depart on March 27th and return on April 17th.
Asia’s largest tulip festival, a riot of color against the backdrop of the Zabarwan Mountains, showcasing millions of tulips in the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden.
4. Canberra’s Floriade Festival – September to October. Fly for as little as $220 return to Canberra from Melbourne, when you depart on September 4th and return on October 4th.
Australia’s biggest celebration of spring, featuring over a million flowers in bloom across Canberra’s Commonwealth Park, with themed garden beds, horticultural displays, and entertainment.
5. Shillong’s Cherry Blossom Festival – Mid-November. Fly for as little as $978 return to Shillong from Sydney, when you depart on February 13th.
A unique autumnal spectacle, where the hills of Meghalaya turn pink with the bloom of Himalayan cherry blossoms, accompanied by cultural events and music.
