A whole new year is stretching out in front of us, filled with travel possibilities. Whether the time is right for you to hit the road now or you are starting to plan your next adventure, there is a day set aside where you can get started: January 31 is "National Plan for Vacation Day" – the perfect time to turn vacation dreams into action.
Did you know the psychologists say that just PLANNING a vacation puts you in the same happy zone as going on one? Planning gets you ever closer to your dream and can elevate your outlook according to Ann Marie Brown who wrote a blog for Visit California on the topic.
It’s never too early to start planning, and frankly we can all use something on the calendar to look forward to. (Share your ideas with friends and family on social media. Use #PlanforVacation and #VisitVisalia.)
1. The first step is to find inspiration. There are lots of ideas on our website with itineraries and suggestions that are sure to create a spark.
2. Request a free Visitors Guide or view it online. It’s filled with lots of things to see and do. And we will mail it right to your door.
3. Be the first to hear about special offers and travel deals when you sign up to receive our newsletter.
4. Choose from one of our road trip itineraries. From a road trip to see wildflowers, to down into Kings Canyon along the Kings Canyon Scenic Byway, to the Majestic Mountain Loop where you can see 3 of California’s most beautiful parks in as little as 3 days.
5. Plan a hiking adventure. There are lots of trails to choose from one our website.
6. View the Web Cam in Sequoia National Park to see the views.
7. Splurge on a private tour. Get an insider’s tour, take a guided hike, or go on a private snowshoeing trip with your personal, knowledgeable guide.
8. Follow us on social media like Facebook and Instagram and see what visitors are saying their top spots to visit are. Believe us! They take some awesome photos! There are also great videos on our YouTube Channel that provide lots of inspiration.
9. Check for hotel packages that can help you save on your next trip.
10. Plan your trip around some of our great annual events like the Go Native Event, The Dark Sky Festival or the "Taste the Arts" event.
