Embassy Suites, is hosting a “Get More Vacation” campaign and contest on , giving families a chance to win one of FIVE week-long trips and $10K in spending money. Basically this campaign kicked off with a survey Embassy Suites conducted with Parents magazine that showed more than one-half of families consider themselves “vacation dabblers” who take days off sporadically throughout the year for shorter, one- to two-night trips.
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Embassy Suites Hotels Vacation “More-imization” Tips
Embassy Suites Hotels is celebrating the summer travel season by encouraging families to get MORE out of their vacations and make the most of their time off spent together. Recognizing that families are taking shorter vacations – often only 1-2 nights – health and happiness expert Dr. Susan Biali shares her tips for “more-imizing” your vacation this summer, so families can get more of the happiness, fun and relaxation and that comes before, during and after a great family trip.
1. Vacation isn’t just about the time you are away. Looking forward to an impending vacation improves your mood and makes it easier to get through work. It can actually make you more productive. As possible, plan trips in advance so you can look forward to them and enjoy the benefits of “vacation anticipation.”
2. There are ways to “more-imize” your vacation no matter how your family chooses to use their days off.
– If you’re a “vacation dabbler” and take short vacations here and there throughout the year, actually use the days to relax and do something fun – not to run around and do errands all day. Vacation is about relaxation and recharging, so the way to actually reap those benefits is to relax and keep normal, everyday activities to a minimum.
– If you’re a “vacation maximizer” – meaning you take big, long trips – schedule a transition day between when you get back home and when you need to be back at work to allow a day for catching up on the work and errands that await you when you return from a trip.
3. Turn a family obligation into a vacation opportunity. If your family can’t get away for a long vacation, but are traveling for family obligations, turn that trip into a mini getaway. Look for local family-friendly sightseeing opportunities and treat yourself to a special family dinner while you’re on the road.
4. Travel the night before to your vacation destination. There is nothing better than waking up and already being “on vacation” rather than spending a whole morning traveling to get there. It’s an easy way to maximize the first day away.
5. Make your vacation budget go further by staying at a hotel like Embassy Suites that gives you more with every stay, including two-room suites for your family to spread out, free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning and an evening reception with complimentary drinks and snacks.
6. Find the perfect balance of activities and relaxation for your family. Every family likes to spend their vacation time differently, so schedule nap time and down time according to your family’s needs. Perhaps that means letting your family sleep in while on vacation, so you can get the most out of each day, without the usual afternoon nap.
7. Hold onto that post-vacation rejuvenation feeling. Create a scrap book or photo album of your vacation memories and remember to look at it often. Recalling fun, relaxing family times can help rejuvenate you when you’re stressed and need a burst of energy.
8. Make your vacation pay for itself by signing up for special travel rewards programs, including hotel and airline programs. The points you rack up can translate into special perks, including preferred reservations, complimentary services and even free stays!
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