Spring Break Travel: My Favorite Quiet Spring Break Destinations
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Are you planning a spring getaway? You could travel to a popular warm weather hotspot or you could visit a quieter natural destination for more peace and relaxation. I have come up with a few ideas for quiet spring break destinations, based on my own experiences in each of the areas. If you are looking to have a great time without being surrounded by noisy college students, then continue reading on! From the charming coast of Maine, to America’s first national park, there is a fantastic quiet spring getaway for everyone. Check out a few of my favorite springtime vacation destinations!
The Inn at Ocean’s Edge – Lincolnville, Maine
The Inn at Ocean’s Edge is a beautiful oceanfront resort located on 7 acres of private waterfront property in Lincolnville, Maine. You can walk right down the steps to the private beachfront. The gardens are beautiful and the vanishing edge pool is amazing. There is also an outdoor hot tub, sauna, and fireplace for those cool spring nights. The beautiful outdoor landscaping and the infinity pool area was definitely one of the highlights of our visit. There is a complimentary breakfast spread each morning (I loved the wild blueberry jam!) in a pretty room that overlooks the ocean. Massage treatments are also available.
The inn rooms vary in price depending on amenities (we booked a deluxe room for $250 which included a jacuzzi tub and fireplace). Each inn room has a summery/fresh feeling making it a perfect spring destination. The morning breakfast is held in a beautiful dining room overlooking the ocean. As for area activities, I highly recommend planning a day in nearby Camden – Camden Hills State Park is beautiful. And Downtown Camden (plenty of local restaurants and shops) is a wonderful afternoon destination for shopping & dining.
“Where the mountains meet the sea”
Camden, Maine is a beautiful small town located along the Mid coast of Maine. The combination of beautiful green mountains and water views is extraordinary. The spring is a great time to visit as the number of tourists soars during the summer months. The downtown area is scenic and features great local stores and restaurants (I highly recommend Camden Deli). You can walk over to the waterfront from the downtown. I recommend hiking at Camden Hills State Park – the views from the top of Mt. Battie are amazing! Camden Hills is one of my best hiking experiences to date. I got in a great without going overboard. I didn’t have to worry about dangerous wildlife to worry about and the scenery was incredible.
Niagara Falls State Park – New York
Spring is a great time to visit Niagara Falls to enjoy a peaceful vacation without worrying about the summer crowds. The views are amazing and seeing them at night when they are lit up in all different colors truly is a sight to see. Every night there is an illumination show, where the Falls are lit up different colors of the rainbow. There are plenty of attractions in the area, my favorite being the Cave of the Winds – where you get to walk underneath the Falls. Being so close to the falls was a really incredible experience that I would definitely do again. I also really want to take a boat ride on the Maid of the Mist on my next trip.
Yellowstone National Park- Wyoming & Montana
America’s first national park is a bucket list worthy destination for photographers, hikers, and nature lovers alike. You can see more bison here than anywhere else in the US (oftentimes, crossing the road right in front of your car!). Spring is a fantastic time to visit Yellowstone because there are less crowds, hotels and restaurants are cheaper, and you can take pictures without people in your way. On our spring visit, there was barely anyone around. Being able to drive freely through the park and stop whenever we wanted to take a photo was perfect. I never expected to see so many bison but it was a really memorable experience. We didn’t see any bears which was a bummer. Compare this to the summer months, when you will likely be stuck in bumper to bumper traffic.
Yellowstone roads open to car travel in late April (not all roads will be open, however, you will be able to enter the North & West Entrances to Norris, Madison, Canyon, & Old Faithful). Old Faithful – the most predictable geyser was pretty cool to see in person. Tip: stop in the visitor’s center for maps and tips on the best places to spot wildlife. Also, bring a lot of snacks as there are not many places to stop for food once you start driving. Plan for a whole day driving the Grand Loop.
