According to THIS POST at Keltura Vacations, there are 8 types of travelers: The Slow Traveler, the Luxury Traveler, the Adventure Traveler, the Cultural Explorer, the Budget Backpacker, the Family Traveler, the Road Tripper, and the Wellness Traveler.
Which one are you? Maybe, like me, you're a mix of several.
No matter what kind of traveler you are, as it turns out, the best time of year to start planning your summer vacation is while you're scraping ice off the windshield and shoveling snow off the porch.
Some employers require that employees submit requests for vacation days at the first of the year, and reservations for the hottest vacation destinations are often nearly filled up by the end of January. Not to mention that February and March are often the best times to find deals on flights.
But who wants to go to the hottest destinations?
Crowds of people. Gift and souvenir shops that all start to look the same. Packed parking lots. Waiting hours in long lines for a few minutes of thrill. Being hauled around in a bus with a tight schedule to keep when you'd rather take your time.
For me, the ideal vacation is a lot more low-key than that. And sometimes that requires a bit of creative thinking.
I'm kind of a do-it-yourself road-tripper.
What does that mean?
No tour buses, no travel agents, no itineraries. Nothing but a date we need to be home by. A few clothes in a duffle bag, some car snacks, and a cell phone with internet access are all we need. We hit the highway, sometimes roll the dice to decided which direction to go, and we're off.
We might have a loose destination in mind, but the route we take there will usually be long and winding, stopping at whatever roadside attraction suits our fancy. We've come across charming antique shops at lonely crossroads, fun and funky local museums, fun little roadside motels, stunning vistas, and unusual sights--like the wild donkeys that roam near the TINY town of Denio, Nevada. The little shop/restaurant at Denio Junction is worth a trip all by itself!
No matter what sort of vacationer you are there's always down time. An evening at the rental when everyone's tuckered out after that 5 mile hike in Glacier National Park, or a long day of shopping. So what to do that's not too expensive and easy to pack?
Let me tell you!
We have a fantastic line of folded paper coloring posters that are just the thing. In the package, they're about the size of a magazine. Add a pouch full of colored pencils, crayons, or water-based markers, and you've got a simple, fun, relaxing activity for young an old alike.
Some of my personal favorites:
FLOWERS -- A Mandala-like coloring sheet, packed full of flowers, and HOURS of coloring. Pair it with a garden destination vacation for a themed activity: 14 REMOTE GARDEN DESTINATIONS IN THE U.S. WHERE YOU CAN ESCAPE INTO NATURE WITHOUT THE CROWDS
MANDALA -- Mandalas are hugely popular among the adult coloring set. Pair it with a relaxing vacation destination or experience like one of these: 19 QUIET TRAVEL DESTINATION WHERE YOU CAN TRULY UNWIND
DINOSAURS -- Who doesn't love dinosaurs? Especially if you've planned a dinosaur-themed vacation. Like on of these: TOP 8 DESTINATIONS IN NORTH AMERICA FOR DINOSAUR LOVERS
UNDER THE SEA COLORING ROLL -- Something a little different, this 18 ft. by 12 in. coloring roll is ideal for that beach getaway. A great way to unwind after a long day of exploring tide pools, building sandcastles, and playing in the surf. Even if the kids stayed home! 15 UNDER-THE-RADAR U.S. BEACH TOWNS THAT STILL FEEL LIKE A SECRET
CAMPING COLORING TABLECLOTH -- If camping is more your speed, you're definitely going to want to check out this fun item. It's a tablecloth for that camp table that is completely re-washable! Any washable markers will wash completely clean and you can use it again the next year, and the next and the next...! It's a great investment and so much fun to color. Maybe try some of these places: AMERICA'S MOST UNUSUAL CAMPSITES
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