Want to take a vacation but feel like you don’t have the time? The key to a quick getaway is to research where to go and decide what to do once you’re there… before you go. Here are a few recommendations for a quick weekend getaway. Whether it be a fun-filled weekend with the kids, or a romantic getaway for two, these destinations are sure to have what you are looking for.

Las Vegas

Voted the #1 travel destination in 2008, there is always something to do in Las Vegas! Las Vegas boasts an endless list of entertaining shows and activities for everyone in your family as well as world-class shopping and dining. Decide which shows you would like to see beforehand. Take a day trip to Hoover Dam or satisfy your sweet tooth at the M&M’s® Factory on the Las Vegas Strip. You can also test your luck at one of the casinos which LasVegas is famous for. This lively city is perfect for a non-stop good time!

San Diego

Whether you seek adventure or relaxation, San Diego offers a good mixture of both. Spend a weekend relaxing at one of San Diego’s famous beaches or with Shamu and his friends at SeaWorld. If you love animals, spend a day exploring The San Diego Zoo or San Diego Zoo’s Wild Animal Park. Test your creativity at LEGOLAND® and experience LEGO® creation at its best. You can also enjoy the new SEALIFE™ Aquarium exhibit right next door or you can combine the two by purchasing a Park Hopper pass at our discounted prices.  If a more relaxing vacation is what you crave, you can choose from the miles of white sand beaches that San Diego is famous for.  San Diego is the perfect destination for couples and families alike. With all there is to do in San Diego, narrowing down your list of activities proves incredibly helpful!

Hollywood 

Spend a weekend in the city known for world-famous entertainment. Take the kids to Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal City Walk for a day filled with nonstop action. Walk the streets of the stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and visit the Famous Grauman's Chinese Theatre. Hollywood is also home to endless dining options and vibrant nightlife. A short 30 minute drive will take you to the beaches where the stars go for relaxation.

Orlando

Orlando is the perfect place to experience it all, so when you have a weekend you’ll need to choose activities that can be done in a couple of days. Home to the world famous Walt Disney World® Resort, SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Studios™ Orlando, and Universal’s Islands of Adventure, this city has plenty to keep you and your family occupied. For a romantic weekend getaway, stay at one of the many luxury resort hotels and enjoy a spa treatment or couples massage. You can also enjoy a round of golf on the same course Tiger Woods plays on. You will need to focus on just a couple of activities while in Orlando. A great weekend getaway could include two of the Walt Disney World® Resort theme parks or visiting Universal Studios Orlando and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. You could choose an ocean theme and combine one day at  SeaWorld Orlando and another at Discovery Cove, where you can swim with the dolphins or make a splash at Aquatica, SeaWorld Orlando’s new waterpark.

 Anaheim

Spend a weekend at Disneyland® and Disney’s California Adventure® Park where the fun never ends. After an energetic day at the parks, relax by the pool, go shopping or eat at one of the many exciting restaurants in Downtown Disney or the new Anaheim Gardenwalk. By purchasing  3-Day Park Hopper® Tickets, you have the flexibility of visiting the parks Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Stay at one of the Disneyland® Resort Hotels for added convenience and stay where you play. The Disneyland® Resort caters to pedestrians and makes it easy for families to enjoy both parks with ease and with so many hotels within walking distance, this destination makes it perfect for a quick weekend trip. All of these accommodation options make The Happiest Place on Earth an ideal weekend escape for your family.

Make your weekend get away a reality by booking online or calling 1-800-523-6116 for more great weekend savings and specials.  We offer vacation packages to all of these weekend hotspots and so many more! Our reservation agents can help you narrow down options to find the perfect weekend getaway for you!