Mother's Day Vacations in the Northeast 2009
Celebrate Mom With a Memorable Weekend Getaway
Apr 13, 2009
On Sunday, May 10 of this year many will honor their mothers, grandmothers, wives, aunts and sisters. One way to celebrate these special women is by spending quality time with them. Consequently, taking them away for the weekend can be one of the most memorable gifts they'll ever receive.
A Mother's Day Spa Vacation
An ideal vacation for some women is a day of pampering and relaxation. Various resorts and overnight spas in the Northeast are perfect for a luxurious Mother's Day weekend. Consider some of the following unforgettable destinations:
- The Mayflower Inn & Spa in Connecticut—Named the #1 Spa in America by Travel & Leisure Magazine, this is the ultimate getaway for a Mother's Day weekend. Resort amenities include an on-site luxury spa, fine dining and various activities such as hiking, bicycling, golfing and shopping.
- Sundara Inn & Spa Wisconsin—Located in the Wisconsin Dells, the Sundara Inn and Spa is a popular resort in the Midwest. Services and amenities include a secluded and scenic natural environment, healthy cuisine, heated outdoor pool (utilized year round), fitness center and an array of spa services. Overnight guests can enjoy luxurious accommodations in a standard room, suite or villa. Room amenities include in-room spas, gas fireplaces and king-size featherbeds.
- Heartland Health Spa in Illinois—This is a great choice for the very health conscious woman. Guests to the spa can enjoy nutritious meals, fitness counseling and activities, relaxation classes, a meditation garden and an indoor pool.
An Adventurous Mother's Day Vacation
Many moms are the adventurous types. Consequently, a perfect vacation for them would be one filled with both excitement and adventure. Some ideas to consider include:
- A hot air balloon ride—Floating about 1000 feet in the air would be something an adventurous mom would never forget. Some popular locales for balloon rides include Illinois (Chicago and Galena), Vermont (Lake Champlain, Burlington and Stowe) and New York (especially Upstate and the Finger Lakes region).
- Whitewater rafting—This adventurous sport is extremely popular throughout the Northeast. Some places to enjoy white water rafting include Kennebec and Dead Rivers (Maine), Peshtigo and Menominee Rivers (Northern Wisconsin) and Lehigh River (Poconos, Pennsylvania).
Mother's Day Vacation for Golf Lovers
For the woman who loves golf, there is no better getaway than a weekend of golf. Several resorts in the Northeast cater to female golfers. A couple of resorts to consider include:
- Seaview Golf Resort in New Jersey—The Bay Course at Seaview was named one of the Top 50 Golf Courses for Women in 2004 by Golf for Women's Magazine. In addition to great golf, there is a spa, indoor/outdoor pool and fitness center on site. The resort is a short drive away from Atlantic City's Boardwalk, various casinos and Brigantine Beach.
- Nemacolin Woodlands Resort & Spa in Pennsylvania—The Mystic Course at Nemacolin was also named one of the Top 50 Golf Courses for Women in 2004 by Golf for Women's Magazine. Guests to this resort and spa can choose from a variety of spa services and accommodations including a country inn, Five Diamond boutique hotel or a secluded townhouse. Additionally, the resort offers other great features including several restaurants (one being a Five Diamond restaurant), fun activities like rock climbing, fly fishing, golf and horse back riding and on-site shopping.
What woman wouldn't smile at the thought of one these fantastic getaways? Have a Happy Mother's Day.
