the wait is over and now the best time is coming up. Whether it involves spending time with family or friends, or share different things such as events or the outdoors, weekends resonate happiness for most of us.

The best way to enjoy the weekend in the words of writer and poet John Keats is, ‘Give me books, French wine, fine weather and a little music played out of doors by somebody I do not know.’

While weekends maybe the time to catch up with family and friends, these are also the days for you to engage in activities that help you break away from routine and boredom of everyday life. With a little bit of planning, you could be on a weekend getaway that feels like a vacation. And many a times, a good weekend getaway is all you need for a memorable and rejuvenating experience. 

Who says you have to use your passport when you travel, or get on a plane or spend a lot to travel? It is a common misconception about travel that in order for it to ‘really be travel’ you must spend a lot of money or go really far. Weekend trips let you discover new places, have adventures and make great memories – all within the time you usually have off away from work. You don’t need to sacrifice any of the precious vacation days to be away on a weekend.

What is a Weekend Getaway?

Change is great especially if its for the better and while long vacations can be exciting and adventurous, they can be costly and require more time. Picking a place that speaks to you is an unforgettable weekend getaway. If you love water, spend your weekend basking in the sun by a pool side or a village resort not far from a lake. You could stroll by the lake or river and picnic near a lake, play outdoor games if you are out with friends, light a bonfire in the evening and gaze at the stars. Sometimes you feel uplifted when wandering in the woods or excited by exploring quaint streets in a new city. The ideal weekend getaway may not take you far from home but following your interests will let you enjoy yourself wherever you are.

Choose well on your Weekend Getaway

While busy is a choice, joy is also a choice and to choose well can often be a tricky decision. You will get the most from your weekend vacation if you stay somewhere close to the action. That could be a resort in a nearby city, a heritage home, a log cabin in the woods, a luxury tent in the desert or even an igloo in the great outdoors. Whatever you choose, staying nearby will help you stay in the spirit of the getaway. 

Going on a weekend trip has its own highlights, but a weekend getaway can be the perfect opportunity to spend time with your partner or friends, especially if you are too busy during the week. Good company brings immense joy to everything you do and helps make the weekend more memorable.

Peace does not mean to be a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of all those things and still be calm in your heart. Peace can be amplified by putting away your phone or your laptop on airplane mode. This will let you get a breather from business calls and/or emails, and keep you open to really spending quality time with the people around you. Plus, you will soak-in more of the environment around you.

Keeping your luggage light for a weekend trip will ensure less stress and hassle on your trip. Its good to minimize other belongings as much as possible so pack only the things you are certain you will use. Whether you are flying, driving, hiking or biking, it is always good to keep snacks at hand. Eating every couple of hours will keep your energy up and also let you enjoy weekend activities to the most. It might also save you money and keep you away from unhealthy junk foods.

Three-day weekends are a great time to plan a getaway, but you don’t have to wait for one to have fun. If you are able to take-off early on a Friday, you can enjoy your weekend adventure to the fullest on any weekend.

Activities for the Weekend Getaway

The brilliance of easy and affordable weekend getaways that are just a car ride or short flight away is impeccable. Whether adventure is your calling or a luxurious spa day or being with nature, a quick getaway is easier than you think.

For nature lovers or people who feel revitalized after some time outside, a hike in the forest, adventure sports, hiking, biking, swimming or a combination of some of these activities would provide the necessary change. Added to that could be a new cuisine or culinary experience, a special evening dinner and some down time could add-up to a very satisfying trip.

Whether you are getting a group together for the weekend, or celebrating a special occasion, you could take a weekend trip to a nearby place that is not far from home. Of course, if you and your significant other wants to venture on a heritage resort – with art and architecture there are many one- or two-night stays in most cities that you can explore and enjoy amenities of these heritage properties in all their splendour. 

With families and larger groups, you can plan visits to parks, amusement parks, museums and national monuments to spend leisure time appreciating nature, art, architecture, history and the heritage of your city or just have fun with the family. Other activities include bowling, adventure sports, swimming or trekking. Local festivals, events & concerts are also great weekend getaway activities but can attract more visitors and can get too busy instead of a fun vacation. 

Why Plan with Navyush?

We at Navyush Tours, believe in planning Weekend Getaways through meticulous planning and robust management so you and your loved ones can enjoy and spend quality time together doing what you love most. Your needs are ours to take care of, your expectations are ours to fulfil and your happiness is ours to increase tenfold. We design Weekend Getaways for you that you always dreamed about but were caught in the everyday to take them. 

We believe in promoting building relationships – ours with our clients, yours with your dear ones or even yourselves.

In the words of Anthony T Hincks, ‘Without the weekend, where would the week be?’

As a part of sustainable tourism, we believe in supporting the economy of the destination where we plan our tours. Weekend Getaways with us will insure that with your help, we are able to add on to the economic development of the region you visit.

We aim to include activities that promote sustainable and green tourism to offer you great variety of weekend getaway plans that are affordable, enjoyable, curb pollution while maximizing fun, relaxation, family time, and me-time for you.