Honesty! A two-day trip delivers the same rejuvenating feeling as a full vacation. My mini-vacation refreshment comes from short flights or road trips with friends and family to nearby towns as well as simply stepping away from my routine in a new city.

Because weekend trips are often easier on the wallet, that’s a huge plus for me. I can spend a little more on a better hotel, a fun activity, or good meal because I’m only going for two nights, so I don’t feel like I’m overspending too much.

My Tip: I keep an eye on last minute deals for even nearby hotels or short flights. Also, some great discounts are available for those who have flexible travel dates! Also, if you have perks from your work, be sure to check them out – sometimes, you might find great discounts or deals through your company.

Just as planned trips can be enjoyable, so can unplanned ones since they are usually local. There’s a certain excitement in preparing a bag on a Friday evening and then departing for an impromptu trip. My weekend voyages don’t demand extensive preparation since I often choose where I want to go without waiting any longer.

I have learned: The best trips I have had were not when I had spent a lot of time thinking about them. A small town found after a long drive, or a conversation with a friend or colleague, or even a last minute hike has made some of my best memories.

Occasionally, planning a trip becomes an overwhelming experience: accumulating time off work, booking flights and accommodations and activities and transportation can quickly add up. But with a weekend getaway, it’s so much simpler. I’m happy with one or two nights and a loose itinerary.  

What I Love: Because weekend trips are short, I don’t have to worry about overwhelming logistics while I focus on relaxing and having fun.

Some days I am in the mood for a break from the world and other days I am looking for something more. The weekends are so versatile, they can be as relaxing or as adventurous as we want them to be.

Relaxing Getaways: A cozy cabin in the woods or a spa hotel.

Adventure Trips: Hiking in the mountains or kayaking at a nearby lake. Whatever you have as your interest, make it a point to try to practice it during your free time on the weekends. Believe me, you will enjoy it.

City Escapes: Discovering a new city, tasting the local cuisine, and immersing yourself in the local lifestyle.

I can hardly count how many times I have used weekend getaways to discover places that are near my home but not in my usual sight. Charmingly small towns are just my hiking spots, I’ve found some incredible hidden gems just a short drive or train ride away.

Tip: You can always find something to see or do by using Google Maps and looking for “top-rated” spots near your destination.

Not every destination needs to be far away. Through weekend trips I have come to realize that there is so much to learn and discover from the place I live in. I’ve been to state parks, nearby beaches and even to the neighbouring cities that I had not given much thought to visit before.

The weekend break shows that both time and money are unnecessary for travel to happen. They serve as my preferred method to exit monotony, unwind while discovering new locations and generate unforgettable experiences while sidestepping lengthy trip planning pressures.