cathy33June 11
Research Summer Vacation Ideas
It’s time to think about summer vacation. It’s almost time to hit the road, take a break, relax and have some fun.
Do you have a place you go to every year? If so is that where you want to go this summer again or do you want to try something new?
Researching places to go and thing to do on vacation for some is the best part of traveling. Anticipation is a huge part of our enjoyment of travel and vacation.
Learning about the possibilities and about new places gets you excited about what is possible. Reading, looking at pictures, getting the feeling of being there, getting excited, gives you something wonderful to look forward to.
For others research, deciding and choosing is overwhelming. There are so many choices and possibilities you often end up just going someplace you are familiar with and comfortable with.
There is a wonderful sense of consistency when you have a place you return to year after year. Still you can mix it up a little by exploring a place in the area you haven’t been to yet or participating in an activity there you haven’t done yet.
Stepping out and going someplace new is challenging and exciting.
Start by making a list of places you dream about. If you are traveling with others maybe you can compare lists and see what is on both lists.
Traveling with others means trying to find a place and activities that will appeal to most everyone. And there should be times when people can have time to explore or just relax on their own.
Research, look at pictures, read about the place, learn what there is to do and what the average costs are. Create a bucket list of places to visit. Then arrange them into what may be possible this year and what is a dream save up for vacation.
What kind of trip do you want? Relaxing, Outdoor Adventure, Road Trip, Family Focused, or Summer Activities, Learning and Exploring new places, and cultures. Maybe a combination?
Where do you want to go? Beach, Mountains, City, National Park, Historical Site, Amusement Park?
When are you going? Soon? If so you need to keep budget in mind. Later in the year then you can work on a savings plan.
Make a list. You don’t have to come to a decision, narrow it down to three. Keep researching and gathering details for those three choices until you feel excited about one more than any of the others.
