Listen up millennial and Gen-Z travelers. Mother’s Day is around the corner. America’s biggest holiday celebrating moms around the world is approaching fast and traditional gifts are starting to get played out. Maybe you’ve contemplated going outside of the box for your mom this year. Or perhaps you’re a last-minute gift shopper. Either way, you can never go wrong by booking a Mother’s Day getaway.

More than likely, you’re mom will still love you no matter what gift you get her. However, there’s something special about giving her travel memories she’ll hold on to forever. Whether it’s a quick road trip or a luxury resort, here are some tips to plan the perfect Mother’s Day getaway for your mom.

Determine Your Mom’s Travel Style

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The first step in planning the perfect Mother’s Day getaway is determining your mom’s travel style. All travelers are not created equal and neither are all moms. So it’s important to figure out how your mom likes to travel. This can be broken into a few categories based on what she values the most when traveling.

Does she prioritize accommodations and luxury? Or does she spend limited time in the room and more time outside exploring the destination? Does trying new restaurants matter to her or does she prefer to cook small meals in the Airbnb? Has she mentioned needing a self-care trip or has she been seeking adventure? These probing questions can help you plan a trip that makes your mom happy and meets her needs.

Go Big With The Amenities

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Even if your mom doesn’t plan on spending much time in her room, it’s always better to go big with the amenities when planning a Mother’s Day getaway. There’s nothing too extravagant for the mothers in your life. So be sure to turn it up a notch when booking their accommodations. All-inclusive resorts are great options for Mother’s Day getaways because your mom has so many amenities all in one place.

From wellness experiences like spas and holistic therapy to all-you-can-eat dining, lavish restaurants, and beachside cabanas, all-inclusive resorts package luxury together like no other. Some even have 24-hour private butler service to ensure you’re mom has everything she needs no matter where she is on the property. They can help coordinate transportation to off-resort activities, assist them with checking in, and tend to their needs while at the destination.

Curate An Itinerary That Centers Her Needs

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You want to curate an itinerary that centers on your mom’s needs. Sometimes, when planning a trip for someone else, it can be easy to center your needs and interests. However, that is not the plan for the ideal Mother’s Day getaway. Instead, reflect on conversations you’ve had with your mom recently about things she needs at this point in her life. Has she mentioned needing more rest? Maybe you can book her a trip to one of the top sleep tourism destinations. Or perhaps she’s been discussing needing to be pampered. Consider booking her a stay at a 5-star hotel with an award-winning spa. This varies by traveler. But be sure to consider your mom’s needs when planning her special getaway.

Make Sure Mom Is Travel Ready

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Just like everyone’s mom travels differently, they all have their own set of travel preparations before departure. If your mother travels frequently, she may already have all the proper documents for traveling and might not need as much assistance. However, if your Mother’s Day getaway is for a mom who is less familiar with the basics of travel prep, this is the time to get her together. Travel readiness can include many things but you want to make sure the most important things like documents, proper packing, and getting travel insurance are handled departure. Some moms may need help navigating the airport, notifying their banks of travel, and even figuring out the best wardrobe for their Mother’s Day getaway.

Be Sure Her Wardrobe Is Drip Approved

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Speaking of wardrobe, your mom has to dress to impress on her special trip. She must pack a wardrobe that compliments the destination she is visiting. Help her by checking the weather in advance and deciding which clothes and shoes to bring. It’s also helpful to throw items like a mini umbrella, handheld fan, tennis shoes, and sunglasses in her luggage in case the weather switches up suddenly.

Planning the ultimate Mother’s Day getaway doesn’t have to be a headache. However, with a little bit of time and intention, you’ll have your mom smiling ear to ear in the destination she’s always dreamed of visiting.