How To Decide On Your Next Holiday Destination

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Planning a holiday is an exciting task that can come with plenty of destinations to choose from. Make it an even easier task with this guide on how to choose your next holiday destination. Guess less and plan your dream trip with The Departure Desk.

Tip #1: Think About Where You Want To Go

When it comes to planning, the easiest place to start is perhaps the most obvious - asking yourself where do you want to go. Hopefully you already have a travel bucket list ready to start ticking off. If so, great! It’s best to choose the place at the top of your list and start from there. But, if your list is long and you have a lot of options to choose from (hello, option paralysis!), consider these next tips to help you narrow it down.

Tip #2 Think About Who’s Coming With You On Your Holiday

Another important element to consider is who’s coming on your trip? Is it you and your partner, mum, dad and the kids, a solo trip or a fiesta with friends? The group of people you decide to travel with can certainly influence how you holiday.

Not all destinations are the same. Some destinations are more suited to couples, some more to families and some more to groups. Parents probably wouldn’t take the kids to a full-moon party in Ko Phangan just like a group of teenagers probably wouldn’t want to spend a week at a wellness retreat on a Schoolies trip. Choose a destination that’s going to tick most of the boxes for everyone travelling for a fun and exciting holiday. 

Tip #3: Think About What Kind of Climate Do You Want On Holiday

Are you a summer lover or a winter wanderer? Figuring this out will help narrow down your destination choices. A sun-chaser probably isn’t going to want to spend a week at a ski resort in the Canadian Rockies in December when it’s peak winter and has the least amount of daylight. Likewise, someone who doesn’t fare well in hot climates probably isn’t going to enjoy a week-long stay in Dubai where temperatures frequently climb above 40 degrees celsius. Considering this element of your holiday will help with planning and ensure you choose a destination that suits your needs.

Tip #4: Think About What Activities You’d Like To Do On Holiday

Following on from tip #3… Choose a holiday destination which also aligns with what you'd like to enjoy on your trip. If you’re a thrill seeker who loves chasing adrenaline, somewhere like Queenstown in New Zealand might suit, offering plenty of exciting activities like bungee jumping. Someone looking for a more relaxed vibe might like the mountains of Ubud in Bali where they can get a Balinese massage and meditate overlooking rice paddies. Think about your travel companions too and what excites them. Nowadays, there are plenty of destinations that cater to all kinds of palettes which makes planning even easier.

Tip #5: Think About How Much You’d Like To Spend And Budget Accordingly

Leave the money woes at home. You’re better off coming home with money than coming home in debt, so budget your holiday accordingly. There’s no use spending all of your savings on a flashy hotel that you’ll only be staying in for a few nights. Book somewhere that’s comfortable and use the leftover cash to enhance your trip through once-in-a-life-time experiences, or keep it in the holiday fund for the next trip. You’ll have a much more enjoyable time not worrying about budget on your holiday if you plan ahead. 

There are plenty of things to consider when choosing a holiday destination. But don't fear, The Departure Desk is here to make your planning journey easier! Plan your next holiday with ease with more travel blogs, guides and itineraries at thedeparturedesk.com