Increasing numbers of individuals are seeking to spend their leisure time in meaningful ways. They no longer just want to go on vacation to shop until they drop or to sleep all day on the beach. According to Pam Grout, author of 13 travel and self-help books, the new quest is for life-enhancing vacations which can involve learning a new skill, volunteering to share one's expertise, developing one's intellect, or extending oneself in some creative, physical, or spiritual way. This easy-to-use guide to 100 Best Vacations is divided into thematic sections on experience-driven trips in the United States, Canada, and Mexico:
• Arts & Crafts Getaways
• Volunteer Vacations
• Brain Retreats
• Wellness Escapes
Each chapter includes a detailed description of the suggested vacation, some information on how it began, who would like it most, additional suggestions for things to do while you are there, and full contact details for the program. Check out building a house for Habitat for Humanity, learning to knit on a sailing cruise, monitoring active volcanoes in Hawaii, practicing tai chi in a tropical paradise, or caring for abandoned pets in Puerto Rico.
