In our hectic day to day life, taking out time to relax and connect with your spouse can be challenging, especially when both have busy workloads.
A short weekend getaway offers the perfect solution for busy parents to bond and create everlasting memories between themselves and their loved ones.
These quick escapes may not have anything to do with scenery, rather they should be designed to enrich family life by exploring new places that kindle romance and bring lots of joy.
Below are some top tips and weekend getaway ideas to help both parents to plan their next short adventure vacation.
Tips to plan the perfect getaway
- Choose a proper destination: When looking for an ideal escape, proximity should be the key. So choose a destination as close to your home as possible, especially if you are contemplating a road trip, in order to maximize spending time together, rather than on traveling only.
- Variety: Opt for a close-by destination that has activities catered for adults and also has plenty of options to unwind and relax in a calm environment.This will ensure that your mini-vacation is thrilling as well as romantic.
- Travel light: Since you will be away for just a couple of days, there is no need to stuff your suitcase. Carry only what you will need over the weekend to reduce the stress of unpacking and packing. Make a check-list of items to be carried and craft an itinerary well in advance to avoid last-minute glitches.
Top weekend vacation ideas
- Short cruises: A popular quick weekend getaway idea is cruising, a vacation option which is fast catching the attention of adults and can change the way people plan a mini holiday. For parents craving togetherness and change of pace without the hassle of long-haul flights, a weekend cruise offers the perfect mini break. Plus you get to enjoy great food, onboard entertainment and visiting beautiful destinations on these short cruises.
- National Parks: If there is a nature retreat or a national park nearby, then consider spending the weekend there and explore the natural beauty of the place together. Moreover national parks are also good for hiking, spotting birds and animals, as well as camping and photography.
- Explore cities: Parents who don’t have ample time to visit a far-off place and consider a nearby city exploration. Here you can visit museums, art galleries, historical sites and even try a dish or two of the local cuisine.To further enhance your weekend getaway experience, look for special events and festivals that are taking place during your visit
Spa weekends: If you are unable to venture out far for any reason, or can’t leave the kids at alone at home, why not pamper yourself for a spa vacation over the weekend in a nearby hotel or resort. Book a place which offers age-related activities for your children and also provides spa services for parents together with supervised wellness programs for older people, in order to return home refreshed and rejuvenated.
