Great Ideas for Weekend Vacations That Won't Break Your Bank Account

Taking a vacation doesn't necessarily mean taking one week to ten days off of work. In fact, weekend vacations can be just as fun and satisfying. If you can extend your vacation by taking Friday and Monday off, you've got four days to enjoy yourself, but even if all you have is two days, you can still have a great time.

Each state has wonderful destinations that are only a few hours away. Great ideas for weekend vacations might depend on where you live and how long it takes to get to those special places in your state. For example, from Kansas City, in the state of Missouri, we have the Ozarks, Branson, and Excelsior Springs as great weekend vacation hot spots. Even St. Louis can be a good weekend getaway from Kansas City.

A good way to see what's available for a weekend vacation is by checking online for airline ticket prices to states and destinations only a few hours away on a plane ride. From Kansas City, that could include Denver, Chicago, Vegas, Dallas, Houston, South Carolina and etc. Catching a flight after work may seem a bit hectic, but it doesn't have to be if you're packed and ready to go. You might drive yourself to the airport, park the car in one of their terminals, or leave your car at work and catch a cab or shuttle bus.

Other types of weekend vacations

Who says a camping trip can't make the perfect weekend getaway? Pack a tent, your van or motor home and hit the trails. Look for a good campsite near a lake, the mountains or a national park or forest you've always wanted to visit. If camping isn't your thing, rent a cabin.

Canoe and float trips are always fun for a weekend getaway. Consider getting some friends and family together for a float trip down a river.

Bed and Breakfasts can be extremely relaxing and make you feel like you're being pampered and taken care of without having to travel too far. Many have Jacuzzis, hot tubs and some have pools for a weekend extravaganza for you and your spouse.