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Best Holiday Destinations in 2012 for Moms on Vacation

Moms have arguably the toughest job in the world. Once in a while, it is not only nice, but necessary to snap out of your normal routine and get away on vacation to ease your body and mind. The following destinations are sure to help any mom relax and feel at peace; a much needed contrast from mom duties.

Haleakala Wilderness Cabins, Maui, Hawaii

Although it might seem like an obvious vacation spot, there is a place in Hawaii on the island on Maui far away from the hustle and bustle of the touristic centers. The location is the Haleakala Wilderness Cabins, and here, you can truly get away from it all and relax your stress away. Furthermore, you’ll love this place even more if you are on a budget, as you can find cabins here for as low as $60 per night! You are unlikely to find prices this low anywhere else on Hawai’i. These cabins are located on the slopes of Mt. Haleakala in Mount Haleakala National Park, and when I say they are far away from the buzz of the tourist spots, I mean it. You even have to hike a couple of miles to get to your cabin! If you like hiking, then this is perfect for you. If you don’t, just think of the price and the beautiful setting! Once you are there, you’ll be able to relax in peace and enjoy what Hawaii’s nature has to offer.

Spa Week

Rancho La Huerta in Tecate, Baja California, Mexico was recently voted “Best for Going Solo”, and it would be the perfect place for a mom to go to unwind. It is a luxury spa and resort that began in the 1940s, and it is only an hour’s drive from San Diego, California (3.3 miles from the U.S. border). This resort has about 3,000 acres of mountains and meadows, and it is located on the slopes of Mt. Kuchumaa. According to their website, they provide “space-that which is most lacking in today’s life, space to breathe freely, to relax, to renew, reflect, and redirect one’s longer living life”. Isn’t that all a busy mom wants? Space to breathe and think in silence, among nature’s beauty? While you are there, there is a very wide range of activities that you can take part in. These include: fitness classes, hikes, evening programs, lectures, cooking lessons, and last but not least, personal spa sessions. Usually, a stay at Rancho La Huerta is a week long, so you will have plenty of time to relax and take part in activities that truly interest you without any interruption.

Travel Abroad

If you want to see the world, or at least part of it, visiting a country you’ve always dreamed of is the perfect mom vacation. Perhaps you are passionate about Italian culture, and no one in your family shares this passion. Going on a vacation to a destination that interests you is a great way of rewarding yourself for all of the hard work you do. Needless to say, there are countless things to do in Italy. Going to Rome and seeing landmark locations like the Flavian Amphitheater (the Coliseum) or the Vatican would be a once in a lifetime experience. If you want to experience the Italian countryside, you can visit Lake Garda, which is the largest lake in Italy. There are a large number of activities that range from hiking and shopping that you can take part in there.

You should never feel guilty about wanting to get away for a while and experience some peace and quiet! Your family knows you love them, and they will most likely be excited for you to embark on your quest for some much needed R&R. These ideas are great for moms travelling alone, but don’t limit yourself to these destinations. Use these locations to get an idea for places that you might be interested in going. Happy traveling!

Zac is a travel writer and a blogger, he recommends cruise deals for relaxing holidays or you can choose holiday packages that best suit your needs.