Cherry blossom season is one of Portland’s best transition points. When those little pink and white buds start popping out all over town, everyone knows our deep, dark winter is finally over. Already,

As winter fades, the world eagerly anticipates one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles: cherry blossom season. This year, travelers from all

Tiny Marshfield has a population of 7,300 that blooms with its cherry blossoms each April. Instead of a traditional spring or international cultural festival, this cherry blossom shindig is a showcase of Americana and Missouri heritage beneath the town’s beautiful blooms.

We were able to go to the festival years ago when I was in the Army and we lived in Petersburg, Virginia, and it was spectacular!

Another interesting experience in Shikoku is dipping into the onsen (hot springs) around the island while enjoying the pink-tinted views. The nearest to the castle will be Dogo Onsen. Others include Konpira Onsen and Oboke Iya Onsen.

Portland's cherry blossoms are expected to hit peak bloom this week — weather depending — according to Parks and Recreation. The big picture: Blossom lovers vying to snag content of the flowering trees are expected to swarm Tom McCall Waterfront Park starting Thursday through the end of the month — so plan your trip accordingly.

Each spring, the capital of the UK transforms with bursts of delicate pink and white blooms. From late March through […]

The sun is shining across London, a fitting treat for the start of spring. While the meteorological calendar states that spring begins on 1 March, the astronomical spring start date is 20 March this year – with the date changing annually based on the position of Earth’s orbit in relation