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Top 5 Easter Sun Destinations

Got to get away? Discover our top five Easter sun destinations, and find out what to do, see and pack with our exclusive travel guide, featuring the best beach hot-spots and sun-drenched city breaks.

Marrakesh

Kasper Printed Kaftan, £45 | Lucy Linen Tapered Trousers, £39 | Sarah Silk Scarf, £22 | Janelle Embellished Sandals, £45

Average temperatures during Easter: 18°C, with highs of 27°C

What to do: Experience the true culture of the city in Jemaa el-Fana, the main square of Marrakesh, before getting lost in the winding souks of the medina. Take a breather in Jardin Majorelle, a twelve-acre botanical garden created by French painter Jacques Majorelle, before sampling traditional Moroccan cuisine in the city’s wealth of eateries.

What to wear: Make your way through the maze of markets in a loose-fitting, printed kaftan that will keep you both covered and cool in the heat. Layer it over tapered linen trousers, slipping on a pair of lace-up sandals with eye-catching embellishments. As dusk settles, throw on a silk scarf in a rich, tonal colour to keep the evening breeze at bay.

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Crete

Monroe Lace Top, £59 | Lucy Linen Tapered Trousers, £39 | Samara Straw Hat, £17 | Pixie Plaited Sandals, £29

Average temperatures during Easter: 17°C, with highs of 20°C

What to do: Catch the springtime sunshine on Crete’s beautiful beaches, before heading into town for a traditional, Mediterranean lunch. Take a tour around the island’s historic gems, from ancient fortresses to iconic landmarks, and spend the evening wining and dining at a waterfront restaurant.

What to wear: Nothing says Grecian getaway quite like white-on-white. Make the trend feel modern with a tiered lace top over crisp linen trousers – keep the hem untucked for a more relaxed feel. Finish the look with a straw sun hat and metallic sandals that will take you effortlessly from the beach to strolls around town.

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Lisbon

Josephine Linen Shirt, £45 | Rhoda Print Culottes, £39 | Tori Backpack, £35 | Katy Sporty Sandals, £29

Average temperatures during Easter: 15°C, with highs of 20°C

What to do: Discover the city’s rich history with a trip to the 16th century Torre de Belém, a UNESCO world heritage site, followed by a visit to the Castelo de S. Jorge which offers stunning hilltop views. Get a taste of Lisbon at one of its many seafood restaurants, and watch the sun go down in a laid-back rooftop bar.

What to wear: Seeing the sights? Take on the city in style with paisley-print culottes worn with a tucked-in linen shirt with rolled-up sleeves. Go hands-free with a cool, clean backpack that will neatly fit every essential, and opt for a pair of flat sandals that will keep you going all day long.

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Cannes

Alma Linen Flute-Sleeve Dress, £69 | Wendy Wide-Brim Hat, £17 | Tori Mini Saddle Bag, £29 | Ashlee Stripe Ballerina Shoes, £29

Average temperatures during Easter: 12°C, with highs of 16°C

What to do: Take a walk down the iconic La Croisette, the main promenade in Cannes, and wile away the hours in its abundance of couture shops, and fine-dining restaurants and coffee shops. As evening falls, take your pick from the city’s selection of wine bars for a glass or two of a local vintage.

What to wear: If there were ever a time to embrace classic French Riveria styling, then a weekend in Cannes is it. Bask in the bustle of the boulevard in a red linen dress with fluted sleeves, worn with a wide-brimmed hat and a simple across-body bag. Bring a touch of Breton chic to your look with nautical-striped flats.

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Cape Verde

Alani Linen Printed Jumpsuit, £69 | Wendy Wide-Brim Hat, £17 | Shelley White Isles Shopper Bag, £35 | Norah T-Bar Jewel Sandals, £39

Average temperatures during Easter: 23°C, with highs of 25°C

What to do: Relax and unwind on the powdery white sands of the islands’ unspoilt beaches, before making your way to their colourful local markets, and lively restaurant and bar districts set to a upbeat  soundtrack of Creole music.

What to wear: Soak up the vibrant atmosphere with a tropical-print linen jumpsuit with a cropped, wide-leg silhouette, adding an extra hit of intense colour with a wide-brimmed hat. A stylish shopper bag with sun-catching mirrorwork embellishments will keep all your must-haves close to hand, complemented perfectly with a pair of sparkling sandals.

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