How to organize a birthday vacation

If you are wondering how to treat your loved one for their next birthday celebration, you should think about organizing them a personalized vacation experience. This is an incredible way for you to give your loved one so much more than a generic gift. Instead, you will be presenting them with a collection of memories that are sure to last a lifetime. Don’t worry; putting together a birthday trip is a lot easier than you would think. Below are eight useful tips that will help you to stay on track and ultimately secure success.

Decide whether your trip is going to be a surprise

The first step is to decide whether your trip is going to be a surprise. If your loved one has a job, you might want to think about giving them a heads up. Preparation will provide them with plenty of chance to ask for time off. However, if they have a more flexible schedule, and love to live life on the wild side, you should consider keeping the plans for their birthday vacation up your sleeve until the time comes.

Create your plans well in advance

Whatever you decide, the most important thing is that you create your plans well in advance. Even if you want to capitalize on the cost-effective nature of last-minute flights and accommodation arrangements, it is still a good idea to know where you are going, and what you want to see. If you are determined to provide your loved one with a real treat, establishing your plans early on will also allow you to bulk up your savings. Just make sure that you set up a separate bank account, as this will prevent your special someone from getting suspicious about a sudden increase in funds.

Think carefully about your choice of location

Before you make any big decisions, you need to try your best to find an exciting destination that both of you can enjoy. Ideally, you should select a location that your loved one has never visited. Alternatively, you could choose an area that has a significant bearing on your relationship. Perhaps it is the place where you first met or, maybe it is a country that you have both always wanted to explore.

Take charge of the packing process

Next, you should save your loved one the trouble of packing their bags. Regardless of whether your trip is a surprise, packing a suitcase is one of the most stressful elements of preparing for a vacation. That is why you should take control of the situation. If you decide to push forward with this idea, just make sure that you don’t let your loved one down by failing to pack the essentials. If you are concerned, why not write a list of everything you need to bring? You should also pay close attention to the outfits that they wear leading up to your trip. If you keep your eyes peeled, you might spot that they have a favorite outfit or a particularly comfortable pair of shoes. Taking your time over these little touches is a fantastic way for you to show your vacation companion just how much you care.

Find a bonding activity that you can enjoy together

Another brilliant way for you to impress your loved one is by creating an itinerary for your time away. Hopefully, you can think of at least one activity that you can enjoy each day. Instead of opting for generic days out, you should think outside the box. Why not take a step back and evaluate the interests of your special someone? This should help you to find activities they are sure to enjoy. For instance, if your loved one has fun with brain teasers and time-pressured challenges, you should organize a trip to the Midwest and sign yourselves up for an Indianapolis Escape Game. What better opportunity for your bond with your birthday buddy, while creating memories that will last a lifetime?

Think of a few small gifts for the day itself

Along with putting together plenty of fun activities, you should look out for gifts that you can give to your loved one on their big day. Of course, their main present will be the trip itself, but it might be nice to provide them with a few small tokens to enjoy. Just make sure that whatever you choose fits neatly in your suitcase and is unlikely to break or spill. Alternatively, you could organize your trip so that it takes place a few weeks after the day itself. If you select this option, you will need to write details of the vacation on your gift card. However, you will still need a few extra items to hand over.

Organize plenty of delicious meals out

If your loved one is a foodie, you should endeavor to make delicious meals a large part of your trip away. If you are visiting a popular location, why not make your bookings a couple of weeks in advance? This will save you from the embarrassment of being forced to wait in the bar or being turned away from the restaurant. When you are deciding where to make your bookings, it is essential that you prioritize the tastes of your special someone. For example, if the birthday star has an allergy, why not look out for an establishment that caters to their needs?

Find clever ways to capture the holiday experience

Finally, you should find clever ways to capture the experience that you have put together. Why not invest in a high-quality camera that will allow you to take incredible snaps? This will come in handy if you want to produce a scrapbook, photo album, or photo montage. You could also experiment with a sketchpad or travel journal. Or, if you are searching for a quick and easy solution, you should make excellent use of social media. This is the perfect opportunity for you to upload memorable images, videos, and sentimental messages.

This is a contribution from one of our contributing writers.