You
have a week of unused paid time off at work which you do not want to go to
waste. Your mission is clear. You’re going on vacation! Have you ever considered NOT planning for
vacation? The majority of us plan every day down to the minute filled with
activities, dining, traveling, and lodging. Try vacation planning by not
planning your vacation for a truly exciting and memorable trip.
If
you want to take a leisurely, non-planned vacation, plan on doing so during
non-peak travel times. Impromptu vacations during peak travel times could mean
hotels without vacancy, sold out venues and very expensive airfare.
Lodging
It
is a good idea to secure the first two nights of lodging arrangements ahead of
time. This will give you an edge on visiting an unfamiliar area. Consider booking
a room at a Bed & Breakfast so you can visit with the owners and get ideas
of where you should go next.
Transportation
Rental
cars are an option in most destinations and allow you to take control and go
off the beaten path. An alternative is public transportation via bus or
railway. This allows you to enjoy the scenery or even maximize your time by
traveling overnight to your next destination.
Meeting Locals
A
successful spontaneous trip will require that you meet locals at their local
restaurants and bars. Avoid chain restaurants where you’ll likely mingle with
other tourists. Local eateries and pubs will show you the true color of the
city and give you an informal way to meet locals.
Activities
Some
vacation planning you may need to do ahead of time. You need to determine what
it is you are going for and what you want to see when you are there. Once
you’ve selected a city, region or country, visit their tourism website to find
out more about what there is to do. You will often find maps of the area,
information about public transit and current events. Social networking sites
like Facebook or Pinterest and travel focused sites, also have many
recommendations from real travelers on vacation planning.
Here
at Westwind Airport Valet, we strive to provide our clients with safe and
convenient travel arrangements. Even if you are not making an itinerary for
your next trip, we plan to take care of you and your vehicle so you can enjoy
your next adventure. Contact us today to Ride The Wave!
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