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Weekend Getaways

Shorter
getaways mean more
"photo ops" to more places....
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While many
people dream of spending weeks on sun-drenched tropical beaches,
a growing number of families or couples are recognizing the advantages
of vacation or holiday fun in shorter doses.
Two-income
households with a gaggle of kids in tow especially have little
time to plan, budget and organize a long trip, so it's no surprise
that weekend getaway trips are catching on across the country.
In times of
economic hardship, it's especially important for families to budget
travel expenses without giving up the fun and adventure that a
full-tilt vacation may provide. Short
getaways or long weekend trips include much less planning and,
of course, the chance to get out of town at a moment's notice.
Make Your
Vacation Seem Longer - Take Weekends
By opting
for longer weekends, many vacationers feel they are getting more,
not less, vacation time. Spreading the traditional 14-21 vacation
days over the four seasons also provides lots of opportunities
for fall foliage
or winery tours,
winter
getaways or extended stays at summer theme
parks or winter holiday ski
trips.
"It all
depends on your attitude," says New York native Mary Donough
who, along with her husband and two kids who have taken quick
trips around the NYC
metro area, Boston
and Washington
DC - even Cancun
and Bermuda.
"While
long stay vacations are fun to plan, it's so much more exciting
to pack a few things, grab the kids and go, especially in the
off-season. Once you find out how fun and affordable it can be,
weekend trips are the only way to go."
For the best
deals during peak season also look for US destinations that traditionally
offer cheaper airfares, hotel room and meals - like Orlando
or Las
Vegas - for a complete travel package that won't break the
bank.
More
about weekend getaways around the Web:
Around
the Web, check out top sites offering more information on fast
and affordable weekend getaways, shopping excursions, ski trips
and hiking treks for families, singles, and couples:
Family
Travel Network - Interests & Activities - Use the
left hand drop-down menu to access tips & advice on trips
for Mothers Day, Fathers Day, winter and fall weekend getaways
and related family travel fun on a budget.
Weekend
Getaways Under $500 - Independent Traveler review of top
locations around the U.S. offering cheap getaways with tips on
budget restaurants and attractions.
Weekend
Getaways
- Expert tips from the Travel Channel with information on quick
getaways from coast-to-coast including California beaches, college
football weekends, holiday getaways, wine tours & unique weekend
lodging.
Weekend
Getaways - for families - About.com guide on where to
bring the kids on long weekends in New England and the Northeast,
the Midwest, Florida and the Southeast.
Weekend
Getaways - Celebrations.com
- Hot, hip and fun getaway ideas for singles and couples including
bachelorette parties, ski trips and fall weekend tours..
Top
Weekend Getaways - Tips & ideas for U.S. outdoor adventures
nationwide including what to see and do, information on campsites,
hotels & other lodging options.
also
see -> Women's
Travel & Girlfriend Getaways
Great
Ideas for Budget Travel
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