How To Plan A Surprise Vacation

Have you considered a relaxing or exciting vacation for your spouse, children, or parents, but don't know where to start? Planning a surprise trip for a loved one can be incredibly exciting and memorable, yet you don't want to leave out necessary details.

We believe these tips below are important to make a memorable surprise vacation and compiled them to help you make it special.

Think about your loved one's preferences, then write it down in a safe place like a memo on your phone. Consider interests, hobbies, and preferences when choosing the destination and whether they love adventure, relaxation, culture, or food, so you can tailor the trip to their tastes. Do they like hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, architecture, sightseeing, tours, wine tasting, or historical monuments? By researching activities that align with your loved one's interests, Signature Travel Vacations can book excursions that match up. Whether it's hiking, sightseeing, spa days, or trying local cuisine, make sure there's plenty to enjoy.

Let Signature Travel Vacations handle all of your logistics in advance and with discretion so your loved one doesn't know about the surprise until it's time. By working with Signature Travel Vacations, we can book flights, accommodations, travel insurance, and any necessary activities in advance to ensure everything goes smoothly.

Don't forget to factor in his/her comfort and preferences when booking accommodations and transportation. If they have specific dietary needs or preferences, research restaurants accordingly. Signature Travel Vacations can assist with providing a list of local restaurants that can accommodate the needs of your loved one.

Choosing the right time for your loved one is important so his/her schedule is not conflicting with the vacation you are trying to plan. Check his/her schedule to ensure he/she can take time the off if needed. Make sure there are no conflicting events or commitments on the family calendar or with employment.

Surprise, surprise: You must keep this planning a secret! This is crucial for the surprise element, be discreet when planning and avoid discussing details where they might accidentally overhear. Let your travel agent know that you need discretion when planning all the details. To enhance the surprise, consider packing their bags for them if possible. Make sure to include essentials and any special items they might need for the trip.

Is there a way you can get creative with announcing the surprise vacation? Plan a creative way to reveal the surprise. You could create a scavenger hunt with clues leading to the destination, or give them a travel-themed gift that hints at the location. Document the surprise and their reaction. It's a memory you'll both cherish, so consider taking photos or even video to look back on.

Even with careful planning, unexpected things can happen, stay flexible and contact Signature Travel Vacations in case of any hiccups along the way. We can assist with talking to the businesses or even our supplier contacts to figure out other arrangements if necessary.

Once the surprise is revealed, relax and enjoy vacation together by focusing on the memories and savoring the experience. By following these tips, you can create a wonderful surprise trip that your loved one will remember fondly for years to come.

Let us help you make those memories of a lifetime.

~ Tarah