Travel has the power to transform the way we see the world and our role in it.
Here are five ideas that may inspire your family:
1. Focus on the experience.
Small feet splashing in the surf. First tracks through powder. A really big tug on the fishing line. Climbing to the top of the hill through personal pedal power. These are the moments that bring joy to parents as they watch their children and grandchildren light up with a rush of adrenalin and the unexpected thrill of a new experience. Make plans to see the sparkle in their bright eyes today.
Contact: www.MontanaTrout.com; www.BeaverCreek.com; www.acqualinaresort.com.
2. Celebrate with those who matter most.
Whether it’s a milestone birthday, an anniversary, a wedding, a new family member or your clan’s good health, there is reason to celebrate in the months ahead. Modern-day cruise itineraries are designed to help you put a plan in motion. Whether you choose to cruise the Caribbean islands, the wilds of Alaska, a European river, the coast of California or in more exotic waters, there is something for every age group to experience every day and a way to toast to your collective good fortune every night.
Contact: www.AvalonWaterways.com; UnCruise.com; www.rei.com/adventures.
3. Take a deep breath.
Reduce the stress of daily life through endorphin-releasing adventures paired with wellness-promoting activities that will manifest happy memories as well as healthy habits. Unplug and learn to meditate. Take a yoga class together. Spend the day at the spa or in nature’s classroom. Head for the double hammock with a few good books. Paddle across the lake. Go for a family run or hike through the red-rock canyons in Sedona.
