(Newswire.net — May 16, 2017) — When you are planning your summer vacation this year, consider one of the country’s many glorious national parks. A visit to a national park is a great way to reconnect with your family and friends and make the most of your summer. Here are just eight of the many reasons to visit a national park this year.
Cost
Overseas vacations can be ridiculously expensive, especially if you are traveling with a family. Not only are there accommodation costs to think of you will also need passports, visas, and health insurance. A visit to a national park can be a much cheaper alternative.
Convenience
You may have a national park literally on your doorstep. But, even if you haven’t you won’t have far to travel (unless you want to visit a park further afield, that is). The convenience continues when you arrive. The areas in and around national parks are full of great places to eat and fantastic places to stay. For example, the great Zion National Park hotel Bumbleberry Inn offers homely accommodation and great food all under one roof.
Family Friendly
Truly family-friendly destinations can be difficult to find. National parks offer plenty for the kids to see and do while being safe, secure, and educational.
Adventure
Visiting a national park can take you back to your own youth. Get stuck into exploring the park. Have an adventure, enjoying the sights and discovering new wildlife along the way.
Education
If you are looking for a vacation where your children can learn a national park trip would be perfect. Each park has its own history for you to learn about, as well as giving you and the children a chance to learn about geography, nature, and wildlife.
Relaxation
A national park is a brilliant place to visit if you are trying to get away from the stresses of everyday life. Leave your phone and tablet behind. Spend time enjoying nature and relaxing away from real life. With the gorgeous surroundings, it’ll be easy to forget what you have left behind. The only technology you will need is a camera.
Activities
A national park vacation is about more than relaxing. There is so much to do. Most parks offer activities such as horse riding, hiking, and climbing. But, you could also spend time painting, swimming, running, snorkeling, orienteering or sandboarding. No trip to a national park will ever be boring.
Health
All the reasons listed above mean a trip to a national park is great for your health. Getting outdoors and exploring in the fresh air is a great form of exercise which helps with both your physical and mental health. Regular national park vacations could help you to live a longer, happier life.
Having visited one national park many families make further trips part of their yearly routine, either visiting the same park or exploring others with the intention of one day crossing them all off. Wherever you chose to start, you will have a great time exploring, relaxing, and most importantly reconnecting with your loved ones.