Originally posted on March 18, 2016 @ 10:17 pm
Not everyone is big into the idea of extravagance or luxury when it comes to certain types of vacations, but if, at some point, you decide that idea is what you want to focus on, then realize that you have a ton of options to really push for the over-the-top feel.
Five tips in particular that will move you in the direction of opulence include utilizing vacation package options, thinking about luxury over function, picking your menu wisely, bringing as little as possible of your own things, and leaving social media behind.
Utilize Vacation Package Options
Often, if you choose vacation packages to exotic resorts, there’s going to be an element of luxury built in by default. The food, the lodging, the transportation – it will all be themed for people that want to spend that little bit of extra money to feel like they’re in a class higher than typical life. Especially when it comes to resort towns, this is one of the best things to look forward to, as it brings a complete sense of escapism for the duration of your stay.
Think Luxury Over Function
With family vacations, the focus is often going to be practical and even economical. What are the ways that you can get the most fun and most experience for yourself and your kids with paying the least amount of money. You can often think of trips to Disney World as fitting into this category. But with extravagant vacations, you want the spa and the sauna, the massage and the drinks by the poolside. Even if they’re in the same location, the focus being different is going to create a unique overall feel and even memory of the event.
Pick Your Menu Wisely
Often times the difference between a normal vacation and an extravagant one is going to be the choice of food and drink. Think of the difference between eating out at a burger joint, or going to one of the best steakhouses in the country. That’s the difference you’re looking for.
Bring As Little As Possible
And one of the ways to escape normality and run toward luxury and extravagance is by leaving as much of your old life behind as possible. In other words, when it comes time to take off to your vacation, pack light!
Leave Social Media Behind
And nothing is going to drag you back into your old normal life more than being on your gadgets too much and checking all of your social media feeds. When you take off to your exotic location, when you’re eating and drinking your fancy foods and drinks, leave the cell phone behind! It will be there when you get back home.