As of last week, United announced an
unprecedented level of tight carry on rules for budget fares starting in 2017. Instead of getting mad, let’s rise to the challenge. Let’s take advantage of the cheaper fares and be strategic for our next vacations. Here’s a list of one (small) bag getaways for the weekend.
Barceló All-Inclusives
Pool. Beach. Bar. Repeat. All-inclusives make planning a vacation easy and packing even easier. Throw a bathing suit, dress and sandals in a backpack and head to a beachside resort to soak in the sun. We’ve got a few options here:
Barceló Maya Grand Resort,
Barceló Bavaro Grand Resort and
Royal Hideway are all located in warm weather locales.
Winter Escape: Estes Park
You might have to wear your hiking boots and jacket during the flight, but you won’t need much else for a winter getaway in
Estes Park. After local outfitters load you up with snowshoes, cross-country skis and anything else you might need, the downtown bars and restaurants are the definition of Colorado casual.
Paradise Now: Bermuda
Photo courtesy the Bermuda Tourism Authority Pack your
Bermuda shorts and call it a day. Don’t forget your bathing suit for snorkeling, cliff diving, and sun tanning, all just a two-hour direct flight from the U.S. east coast.
Amenities Galore: Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa
Along with all the necessities (chargers, floss, curling irons, etc), at
Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa, guests can access bikes, raid the minibar and don plush robes. The resort is situated along sunny Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman, so minimal clothing is required.