5 Vacation Ideas for Fall

Yesterday’s weather got me so excited for fall. It’s one of the best times to travel because the weather is picture perfect almost anywhere.  We obviously won’t be leaveing Charlotte this fall, but these are a few places I’d love to visit in Autumn.

 

Hilton Head Island, SC

I mentioned in my trip recap that we’d love to go back to Hilton Head when the temperatures are cooler and the crowds have died down.  The beaches are giant and beautiful and perfect for bike riding. And if it’s too cold for the beach, there’s  lots of good food, shopping, bike paths, and kid-friendly activities, like parks, mini golf, and even a children’s museum.

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Nantucket, MA

I haven’t been to Nantucket in a few years, but I know from our time in Boston that it’s one of my favorite places to visit.  We actually looked into it for a baby moon but the prices are absurd in the summer – which is why it’s a perfect place to visit in the fall.  The town is lovely and full of adorable shops and restaurants and there are lots of cozy inn’s and hotels that would make for a perfect romantic getaway.

 

Jellystone Park Glamping (NC Mountains)

I read about this place on a local blog,  Carolina Charm, and it looks awesome for kids! While I’m not cut out for camping (you know, because of bugs, sleeping on the ground, and  using the bathroom outside in the middle of the night), I can get on board a cozy cabin nestled in the mountains. I think this would be such a fun experience for Emerson.

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St. Augustine, FL

This historic Spanish town has been on my list for years, and I’m hoping we can make it there now that we live a bit closer.  I’ve heard it’s walkable, full of old world charm, and has tons of restaurants all set along the water.   Plus, the beach is right there – Aside from hurricanes, you can enjoy beach weather/swimming well into the fall months.

Amsterdam

I don’t know if it’s because I’ve been remincing about Matt’s birthday here or wondering if we’ll ever be fortunate enough [and brave enough] to take two kids to Europe, but I’ve been dreaming about Amsterdam lately.  Strolls along the canals,  cozy patios with Belgian beer, fresh seafood in warm broth on chilly nights, or packing a picnic and biking to a park – sounds like perfection to me and I’m sure it’s gorgeous in the fall.

What are you all planning for fall?