Holidays to local destinations nearby are proving popular with city folk. — Courtesy pix
MANY city folk are turning to short weekend getaways, heading out of town with just a backpack instead of going on a full-blown vacation.
This has become a top travel trend among young urban professionals this year and looks set to continue in the near future.
As the new year beckons, instead of spending on an elaborate meal, why not make lasting memories by tapping on an app to book a weekend getaway?
I personally enjoy getaways with the one I love, which has allowed us as a couple to appreciate a hill station’s cool atmosphere and enjoy natural surroundings at a rainforest on Pahang’s border this year.
We just returned from another weekend trip, a two-hour drive to a resort in Ipoh, Perak.
Besides its limestone hills, natural caves, hotsprings, gorgeous gardens, cascading waterfalls and lake villas, the resort offers great accommodation and top-notch service.
The ancient Paleozoic hills surrounding the resort calms and soothes the soul.
The weekend getaway was a refreshing escape from the chaos of city life, as it gave us a chance to rejuvenate.
I appreciate the relaxation that weekend getaways bring and believe everyone deserves a chance to escape from the rat race every now and then.
During our two-night trip, we also met up with friends who were happy that we had made the effort to travel out of the Klang Valley to see them in Ipoh.
Apart from the morning dim sum, it was rewarding to reconnect with friends and catch up.
There are actually more pros than cons when it comes to taking short holidays nearby.
For one thing, it allows you to focus on what you really want to accomplish during the trip.
It is also much easier to organise and save up for short trips as opposed to the meticulous and stress-inducing planning required for a 14-day overseas holiday.
Weekend getaways to bordering states allow us to come home feeling refreshed, making it a little bit easier to get back to the daily grind.
Sometimes, all you need is a quick Internet search or through scrolling travel apps to find an ideal spot and book a short break.
Or you could rely on recommendations from friends.
Of course, opting for domestic tourism in itself is an indulgence in current times as it requires sufficient funds.
You would need to set aside money for lodging, meals and planned activities.
But it is much easier to budget for a short trip, and there are plenty of resources available to help you plan.
With the one-month school holidays coming up from Feb 18 to March 19, vacation season is nearing once again.
But if you are in need of a quick break before then, there are plenty of options outside the Klang Valley.
Like any holiday, weekend getaways allow us to spend quality time together, build wonderful memories, make new friends and open us up to experiencing new things in fresh surroundings.
Each trip can fuel us with a wave of excitement for the next trip.
So, give wings to your travel plans and make it a reality in 2023.
Here’s wishing all of us health, happiness and new experiences in 2023. Happy travelling!
