It's time to pack the bags and fly away – or put the top down and let the wind blow through your hair as you drive away – for some much needed rest and relaxation.
Even better, there are ways you can save money when scheduling and planning, which means you'll have more money to spend while you're on your vacation.
You always want to shop around for the best flight deals. Some airlines, like Spirit and Southwest, service smaller regional airports near popular vacation destinations. Airlines such as these often offer lower ticket prices and only present a minor inconvenience when getting to your final destination. The savings can often outweigh the inconvenience.
Many popular hotel brands have created a "boutique" line of hotels that include kitchenettes, oversize baths and separate bedrooms in the rooms, just to name a few of the amenities. Hampton Inn is one example that offers this type of "suite," which can save travelers money when it comes to storing and keeping food in the room, as well as the free daily breakfast, happy hours and Wi-Fi that many of these chains offer.