Spring Break 2021: Travel Ideas for All Ages

Spring break will be here before you know it, which is why it is absolutely crucial to nail down your travel plans sooner rather than later. While mask mandates and social distancing suggestions are still in place, here are some of the best (and safest) travel options to consider.

Cape Cod's Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club offers spacious accommodations for couples and families with on-site amenities like indoor heated pools, golf and tennis lessons for kids, 26 miles of hiking and biking trails and a 700-foot stretch of private beach. Some of the resort's villas are even pet-friendly, so you can bring Fido along.

Located along the coast of Georgia in between Jacksonville, Florida and Savannah, Georgia sits Jekyll Island. This barrier island is mostly in a natural state with plenty of social-distanced activities available. If you want to get away from it all and enjoy the great outdoors, you can book a hotel stay, a campground spot or a vacation rental.

Some would say Colorado's Western Slope is a hidden gem, but that's especially true if you love being outdoors. You can bike and ski in this area, and hiking options to spots like the Colorado National Monument will get you breathtaking views of rock formations and steep canyons. Book the new Hotel Maverick, which features free bikes for guests, on-site disc golf and expansive grounds that let you have some space.

You can visit Mexico right now without a negative COVID test, although you will need to get tested within three days of departure (and be negative) to return home. TRS Yucatan in Riviera Maya offers free antigen testing on-site as well as an adults-only luxury resort experience with all your food, drink and fun included. Many of their rooms even come with private pools and Jacuzzis, as well as private butler service.

The Iowa Tourism Office is offering a free digital passport to help travelers discover the beauty of Iowa's scenic byways as well as the unique shops and restaurants you'll find along the way. Iowa's byways take you through historic sites, national landmarks and some of the most diverse landscapes the state of Iowa has to offer. As you check in with the passport, you'll be entered into a monthly drawing for a prize package that includes an overnight stay, gift certificates and other prizes. You can sign up here.

If you prefer to book a socially distanced vacation where you have all the control, you can also consider booking an RV with Outdoorsy. Doing so gives you the chance to choose from RVs and Class C's to trailers and campervans, all of which can take you to state or national parks, your favorite campground or anywhere else you want to go. Contactless key exchanges and advanced sanitization of rental RVs are offered to make this option safer than ever.

The island of Aruba has stayed on top of COVID safety protocols, and you can currently visit with a negative PCR test upon arrival or at Aruba's airport. From there, the Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort lets you enjoy an upscale, adults-only environment with elevated cleaning standards, ionizers and UVC germicidal lamps that kill viruses. This resort is on Aruba's famous Eagle Beach, which is one of the most beautiful in the world.

Ideally located in Central Texas, San Antonio is the perfect destination for family fun - even if you plan to social distance. Outdoor activities, including kayaking, abound along the renowned San Antonio River Walk. You will also find a new Black History River Cruise in that area. Other outdoor activities include explorations at Natural Bridge Caverns, hiking and visiting national heritage sites like the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park.

Jackson Hole, Wyoming is a top destination for winter sports like skiing, ice hiking and snowshoeing, yet spring brings the opportunity for warm-weather adventures like fly fishing, whitewater rafting, hiking and more. If you time your trip right, you could even check out the Spring Migration in Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park. This is the time of year when local wildlife including bears, elk and wolves come out of hibernation with their babies in tow.

Orlando, Florida is home to Disney World and an array of other attractions that are open and eager for visitors. Consider heading to sunny Florida for spring break, including a stay at the Four Seasons Resort. You'll get to enjoy all Orlando has to offer, yet this property boasts 26 acres of natural beauty, jogging trails, golf, a five-acre waterpark for the kids, a separate adult pool and plenty of room to spread out.

Las Vegas, Nevada is open and ready for you to visit, including most of the attractions you come to enjoy. Casino gaming is just as it normally is other than some social distancing measures and required masks when you are indoors. Meanwhile, some popular shows are open with limited capacity. Many resort pools are open as well, but make sure to check before you book.

Sedona, Arizona is home to beautiful red rocks, a uniquely open spirituality and some of the darkest skies in the United States. For a socially distanced trip, we recommend booking the Verde Valley RV & Camping Resort. Here you'll find private tiny homes you can book and plenty of natural beauty. You can plan a trip to the famous ghost town of Jerome, kayak the Verde River, sign up for a wine tasting event and more.

If you're hoping for a trip within driving distance of the Midwest, the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa is worth considering. This property is offering a 2021 Spring Break Package (three-night minimum) with suite accommodations, daily breakfast for four, a personal planner, bike rentals, a free one-day cabana rental and a complimentary private firepit and s'mores for one night. You'll also find miles of Hilton Head beaches, three pools, four on-site restaurants and easy access to world-class golf.

Miramar Beach, Florida is a beachfront enclave within Destin, and it is well known for its emerald waters, white sand beaches and a plethora of oceanfront homes and duplexes you can rent. Find a vacation rental and book a dolphin cruise or an excursion to the famous Crab Island, which is a popular sandbar for boaters and partiers.

This island region features 45 miles of uncrowded beaches that stretch along five barrier islands in southern North Carolina. You can rent hundreds of beachfront rental homes and spend the days soaking up the sun, boating, riding bikes nearby, kayaking or paddleboarding. This region of the state is ideal for making family memories while remaining socially distant.

If you are hoping to have your own place in the Florida Keys, renting a tiny home is a great option. The Sunshine Key Tiny House Village offers tiny houses next to the water's edge, where you can rent kayaks or paddleboards or simply enjoy your morning coffee. You can also head to the nearby Dry Tortugas or John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park to check out coral, turtles, butterflyfish and other wildlife.

A Tiny House Resort is located near the Catskills Mountains just two hours from New York City, but it might as well be a world away. This property lets you book tiny homes in the woods where you can enjoy amenities like waterfront walking paths, kayaking, a heated pool, tubing and goat yoga.

If you're craving an all-inclusive experience but you're not ready to leave the United States, consider the Club Med Sandpiper Bay in Port St. Lucie, Florida. This property offers plenty for families including children's clubs, kayaking, paddle boarding and even the flying trapeze. In standard all-inclusive fashion, all your food, drink and entertainment are included in the nightly rate.

Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, which will soon change its name, famously hosted the 1960 Olympics, partly due to its expansive property and beautiful scenery. You will find two mountains here, as well as 6,000 acres for skiing, shops, restaurants and plenty of opportunities to get out in nature. New sanitization protocols have also been implemented, so it's safer than ever to visit.