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Need to get away for a few days? A mini vacation can be just what the doctor ordered. But with so little time, they often end up feeling rushed and chaotic – the opposite of how a vacation should feel! While classic fly-in destinations like Las Vegas, San Diego, or Orlando might have all the bright lights, stunning beaches, and theme park thrills, if you only have a few days, a well-planned road trip to a local nature-forward gem can help you make the most of your limited time. Here are our picks for the top three places to go for a mini vacation.
Only have a few days to get away? These three destinations deliver fresh air, great hiking, and a slow pace perfect for savoring every minute of your mini vacation.
Tucked into the Catskills, Callicoon Center offers a peaceful mountain retreat just a short drive from New York City. While inner-city gems like Central Park or Chicago’s Millennium Park might suffice for city dwellers who only have a few hours off, if you have a few days, Callicoon Center delivers a real escape and a chance to fully reset before you return to the hustle and bustle. It’s a far cry from NYC, with winding rivers, peaceful forests, and no end of small-town charm.
Here are a few outdoor activities the whole family will love, perfect for a long weekend in Callicoon Center:
Callicoon Hills is a place where rustic charm meets modern comfort, for a best-of-both-worlds stay that’s just right for your mini vacation. Choose from a classic guest room or your own private cottage, located within walking distance of shared amenities like an outdoor pool, freshwater fishing, an on-site restaurant, and more. Looking for something a bit more adventurous? Tucked away among rolling woodlands and accessible via a meandering hike through the backside of the 23-acre property, Callicoon Hills’ A-Frame Cabins offer a comfortable outdoor adventure complete with electricity, a bathhouse with private rain showers, fire pits, and more.
Wine tastings are all about slowing down and savoring the things others might miss. That’s one reason Fredericksburg, Texas, is such a unique city for a weekend getaway. Fredericksburg offers the perfect pairing of outdoor adventure and sophistication. Spend Saturday hiking at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area or beating the heat at a local swimming hole. Then, it’s time to ease off the gas and coast into Sunday afternoon with a vineyard tour and tasting at any of Fredericksburg’s famous wineries. Popular spots include Grape Creek Vineyards, Safari Winery, and Barons Creek Vineyards.
Fredericksburg is located in the heart of wine country, just a short day trip from metropolitan areas like Austin and San Antonio. It’s the perfect place for couples and friend groups, and is surprisingly family-friendly if you plan your mini vacation right. Here are some musts for your itinerary:
Equal parts playful and elegant, Wine Barrel Cabins is the perfect lodging option for a wine-tasting mini vacation in the Texas Hill Country. Each wine barrel-shaped cabin features decor and hand-staining that evokes a popular variety of wine. Choose from the Cabernet, Rose, Tempranillo, or Chardonnay, and enjoy a plush king bed, a marble-tile shower, and a private back deck. Each wine barrel sleeps two guests, making this a great option for couples. However, larger travel parties have the option to book the Hickory Haus, which features a full kitchen, three bedrooms, and can accommodate up to ten guests.
Seeking a place with fresh mountain air and genuine seclusion for your mini vacation? Look no further than Robbinsville, North Carolina. Nestled in the Smoky Mountains, Robbinsville is drivable from many major population centers. In fact, it’s a great example of why Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most popular national park in the US!
Robbinsville is less tourism-oriented than North Carolina towns like Cherokee or Maggie Valley. However, it offers plenty to do – especially if you only have a few days to do it. Here are just a few of the nature-forward activities Robbinsville offers for your mini vacation:
If you want to make the most of the natural beauty of western North Carolina during your mini vacation, Huffman Creek Retreat is the place to stay. This collection of seven private cabins offers a tranquil, off-the-grid feel complete with the sounds of running water, creekside hammocks, private hiking trails, and fire pits. Meanwhile, each cabin is decked out with everything you need to enjoy nature without sacrificing comfort. Think heating and air conditioning, spacious living rooms with smart TVs, pool tables, board games, and more!
Didn’t see what you were looking for? There’s plenty more where these came from! Our curated collection of glamping sites, boutique hotels, and landscape hotels features weekend getaways across the US, from the Southern Maine Coast to the black sand beaches of the Big Island. Explore more at the link below!
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