Rebecca's Travel Notes

Did you know today is National Plan for Vacation Day. I never knew there was a holiday dedicated to planning a vacation. National Plan for Vacation Day is celebrated on the last Tuesday of January. The day is the perfect opportunity to map out your travels for the year. If you are searching for some fun and productive ways to celebrate, consider the following ideas for National Plan Vacation Day.

1. Create a Travel Vision Board

• Gather travel brochures, maps, and pictures of dream destinations. I love stopping by welcome centers. I usually get a handful of brochures and other material for travel destinations.
• Use a poster board, corkboard, or a digital app like Interest to design your ideal travel plans.

2. Plan Your Year of Adventures

• Use a planner or calendar to schedule vacation days and long weekends.
• Include a mix of big trips, weekend getaways, and day trips.
• Also, add local events, community concerts, parades, festivals, and other functions.

3. Set a Vacation Budget

• Review your finances and determine how much you can allocate for travel.
• Research deals and start a dedicated travel savings fund.
• Use coupons and group discounts.

4. Explore Travel Deals

• Check out airlines, hotels, and travel agencies for special promotions.
• Sign up for email alerts from your favorite travel websites.
• Follow your favorite destinations on social media for added savings and specials.

5. Host a Travel-Themed Party

• Invite friends or family over to share travel ideas.
• Serve food and drinks inspired by destinations you want to visit.
• Plan a trip together.

6. Map Out a Bucket List

• Write down all the places you’d like to visit and prioritize them.
• Break it down by categories, such as “domestic” and “international” destinations.

7. Support Local Tourism

• Research hidden gems or must-see spots in your state or nearby areas.
• Commit to exploring a local destination you’ve never visited.
• Create a list of art galleries, museums, planetariums, and other indoor destinations to explore on rainy days.

8. Engage on Social Media

• Share your travel dreams and plans using hashtags like #PlanForVacation and #VacationGoals.
• Look for inspiration by following travel influencers or destinations.

9. Gift Yourself Travel Accessories

• Purchase something useful like a new suitcase, passport holder, or travel journal.
• Purchase a travel book for your dream vacation.]
• Invest in a good camera for vacation photos.
• Buy a scrapbook to preserve memories.

10. Make It a Family Activity

• Involve your family or friends in choosing destinations and activities.
• Create a vacation wish list together and assign roles for planning.

Enjoy National Plan for Vacation Day! Happy Travels!