Why Family Weekend Getaways Are A Great Idea & Where to Go

Summer, spring, fall and winter, what better way to kick it off the seasons than with a weekend escape. People often underestimate the advantages of getting away for a weekend or a couple of days during the week.

Often people don’t go anywhere at all because they think, “I can’t afford a week long vacation” or “I don’t have time to take a week off.”

The truth is, if you only do have two weeks of holidays a year, it does not leave a lot of time for vacations but fortunately, studies have shown that for the most part, just getting away for a couple of days will make you feel as though you did have a week long break! Family weekend getaways will do you good.

It Will Cost Less Than Going For a Week - No doubt about it, paying for a hotel and meals for 3 nights instead of 7 will set you back less out of the pocket book.

You can leave this Weekend Without All the Fuss - Many family weekend getaways are available as last minute deals, saving you time and money. All you need to do is pick the destination and pack your bags!

What Were You Going to Do On the Weekend? - Mow the lawn, laundry, pay some bills, and get the kid’s haircuts? - Getting away from the routine and daily demands, even for 2 or 3 days will help recharge the batteries. When you stay around the house, you are reminded of what needs to be done and it adds to the stress.

The Options Are Endless - Often you may not consider visiting a particular area or city for a long stretch but a few days there is just what the doctor ordered. There are many places you can go and see where three days is enough to see all the sites. Instead of two week long vacations, you could pack in 4 family weekend getaways and visit 4 different destinations!

Adventure With a Capital A - It’s up to you; you can go to the next town or to another country. Mexico, Canada and US destinations are all do-able for North Americans for shorter trips. Many cruise lines now also offer 3-day packages that also make great weekend escapes.

It’s a Great Way to Celebrate a Special Occasion - Do you have a special occasion coming up? An anniversary, birthday or another special day. What a great way to make it really special.

A long weekend, such a Memorial Day, is an excellent time to doing something extraordinary. Whether you are going to travel with the family or just the two of you, go for it! You will come back feeling refreshed and rejuvenated and wondering when you can go again.

We've got hundreds of constantly updated last minute packages including airfare, hotel, rental car (when needed) and often additional add-ons such as hot event tickets, walking tours of the city's hidden gems or pre-paid dinners at the best restaurants in town -- all for one great price.

Tampa/Southwest Florida

Relaxing beaches are only part of Tampa's allure--adventure is around every corner in this vibrant city. A great idea for family weekend getaways.

Minneapolis/St. Paul

This weekend, stage a getaway performance of your own and escape to the thriving theater enclave known as "the Cities."

Honolulu, HI

The beaches and streets of Waikiki are alive with surf, shopping and the contagious spirit of Aloha.

Smoky Mountains/Pigeon Forge, TN (via Knoxville): Hooray for Dollywood!

Grab the kids, roll up yer' sleeves and head for a rootin'-tootin' good time at this Appalachian theme park paying homage to Dolly Parton and her country home.

Myrtle Beach, SC: The Grand Strand for the Whole Family

The beaches alone are larger than the state of Rhode Island, so pack up the kids and head to the land of white sand, barefoot bankers, and historic Southern architecture.

Runaway Bay & Vicinity, Jamaica (via Montego Bay): Kids Rule! (All-Inclusive)

A selection of sun-kissed resorts keep kids enthralled with non-stop activities, so parents can relax. Jamaica's family-oriented beachside resorts cater to energetic kids and their weary parents with resort staffs who entertain the younger set around the clock.

Anaheim, CA: More Than Just a Mouse

With everything from valiant knights in armor to old-time cowboy towns, there's more to Anaheim than you think.

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