A vacation of a lifetime is the kind of vacation you dream of and enjoy more than any other vacation. If you ask people what their vacation of a lifetime is you'll get all kinds of answers. Of course those vacations ofa lifetime come with a price.
As I think about vacations ahead, I'm thinking about how to create those Vacations of a Lifetime on a budget. What's important?
The people
The people you vacation with matter. Who are the people that you want to share those Vacations of a Lifetime with.
Timing
It may be that your Vacation of a Lifetime is actually a series of smaller, more affordable vacations, or it may be one or more long or short vacation. There's no one right answer for this. For example, recently my husband and I followed acquaintances online as they traveled around the world. It was amazing to see the number of places they visited and the amazing experiences they had. Yet, at his point ijn my life, I don't want to be away for that long--there's too much happening here that I don't want to miss. However, the couple we virtually traveled with were at a right time and place in life to make that lengthy journey.
Place
The right place for that Vacation of a Lifetime also varies depending on whom you are and what you desire. For some, it's a vacation at a fancy resort while others would rather camp in remote lands. There's no right answer to place just as there is no right answer for time--both time and place depend on who you are and what you desire.
Cost
Many avoid those Vacations of a Lifetime because of money, but if you identify the elements of what makes a vacation just right for you, you can often find affordable ways to meet those expectations. For example, rather than staying at an expensive all inclusive, you may be able to replace that all-inclusive experience in a small resort town via the combination of a rental, accessible recreation, and good foods at home and in affordable restaurants.
Everyone deserves a vacation now and then. Whether your vacation is a day trip, overnight, or extended stay, well planned vacations give you a reprieve for daily living that sets you up for more energized, directed choices and living afterwards. We can do this.