Monday, March 14, 2011

Choosing Your Next Vacation Spot

By Albert Sperk


People usually plan their vacations and visits to friends and family around the popular holidays like Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Others like to plan a tour or trip during the summer, or the Fourth of July or Labor Day weekends.

The thing with planning an excursion during these periods is you are one among thousands other individuals who are thinking pretty much the same thing. This is when the tourist population increases, and when a huge volume of travelers trek to their favorite holiday destinations.

Usually, the most popular places people head off to are the beaches. In the United States and Europe, there are a number of popular beaches regularly visited by locals and tourists alike. South Beach, Daytona Beach and Virginia Beach are found in the US, while Costa Smeralda, Cannes, St. Tropez and Marbella are Europe's finest.

Since these trips are few and far between, it is important to make the most out of each travel opportunity. If you are looking for a place to socialize and party, then the crowded beaches are a good option. This is not the setting for those seeking a peaceful respite.

If you want an alternative to the sand and surf, and prefer a more intimate retreat for you and the family, outdoor camping can be a refreshing change. Spending Labor Day or Fourth of July weekend at any of the notable public parks and campgrounds can be a great time for family bonding. This would be good fun for those that love the outdoors. Watching a fireworks display after a nice barbecued meal or participating in many outdoor sports and activities can be an excellent way to bring the family together.

With most campgrounds situated in wide panoramic areas, the trees and foliage offers privacy for those who want a more quiet retreat. If you still want the allure of a beach while camping, there are some places that have the best of both. Activities abound in national or state parks which offer a broad spectrum of facilities that may catch ones fancy such as general stores, game rooms and Laundromats.

Looking for other options? Family excursions could include a visit to an amusement park or zoo, or to extreme sports experiences like white water rafting or wakeboarding. For vacationing with an educational twist, you might be interested in a tour through a museum or historic town.

Depending on your preference, there are endless possibilities available for that determined vacationer. Whatever you decide to do on those selected days off, it should be one that can involve the whole family and will create memories that will last a lifetime.




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