Why not replace stressful and exhausting distant vacation plans for a nearby weekend getaway? The latter plan could be just as refreshing for those who need a break in the routine as the traditional one- or two-week vacation to far away locations.
Traveling long distances to make connections with train, plane or ship can be a stressful way to start a vacation. Taking short breaks to nearby destinations that can be easily reached by driving one’s own car, parking at a hotel and using Uber removes most of the unpleasantness of travel.
Last month we decided to spend a few nights in Norfolk over Easter weekend. We planned to leave on Thursday and return Saturday morning in the hopes that we would cut down on holiday traffic. We were especially concerned about driving through the Hampton Roads tunnel during Easter weekend.
