15 Memorable Memorial Day Trip Ideas

Memorial Day Weekend is always a busy travel period as Americans look to take advantage of the extended weekend. If you're thinking about getting away for the unofficial start of summer, consider one of these escapes.

Amtrak Vacations' ultimate four-day Washington, D.C. getaway features a multi-day sightseeing tour of the nation's capital, admission to multiple museums and an exciting monuments by moonlight tour. Travelers can also personalize their experience with tours of nearby Gettysburg or Mt. Vernon and Arlington National Cemetery.

Travel Impressions' Destination of the Month is Jamaica and is offering savings of up to $3,320 per couple. Take your pick of Negril, Montego Bay, Ocho Rios or any other coveted sun-soaked region and let the relaxation begin.

Southwest Vacations is offering up to $100 in savings on summer getaways to U.S. destinations, including New Orleans. Talk to your travel agent about booking a flight and hotel package of $750 or more by May 14 and you can save anywhere from $50 to $100. What's more, the Big Easy is among the most affordable Memorial Day destinations in 2018.

Memorial Day Weekend is the perfect time of year to explore New York's patriotic landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty and the National 9/11 Memorial & Museum. New York City Vacation Packages offers rates from $365 per person for a two-night complete package.

Escape to sunny and warm Los Cabos and enjoy an all-inclusive extended holiday weekend. Book your flight and hotel together with Apple Vacations to ensure a stress-free trip at one of the region's top hotels and resorts.

Starting from $469, Amtrak Vacations' Grand Canyon Getaway takes travelers to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and lets them explore it however they like. Personalization options include a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon and a rafting tour of the Colorado River.

Easily one of the best hotels for an all-inclusive getaway, Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic has got everything kids want without alienating parents. Book the Gourmet Inclusive luxury experience by Karisma through Funjet Vacations for a memorable Memorial Day trip.

Discover pure bliss at the adults-only Qamea Resort & Spa in Fiji. Tahiti Legends offers a seven-night all meals inclusive package with two free nights that will have travelers counting down the days until they can make a return trip.

Head to Nassau Paradise Island in the Bahamas this Memorial Day with Funjet Vacations and take advantage of discounted children's meals at the British Colonial Hilton.

Find exceptional value at the new-look Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach in Honolulu's famous resort area. Book with Apple Vacations and avoid the headaches while taking advantage of added value and extra benefits.

Travelers flying out of Toronto can save 40 percent on a vacation to Cancun and the Riviera Maya this month with Air Canada Vacations. Stay at the adults-only Grand Oasis Sens and enjoy a romantic and exciting atmosphere close to all of Cancun's top attractions.

Florida's Emerald Coast is often overlooked but it's home to some of the best beaches in the world and offers plenty of fun summertime activities for couples, families and groups. There's still plenty of time to book spacious accommodations in Destin, Okaloosa Island and Fort Walton.

Collette's eight-day Pacific Northwest & California tour is a comprehensive trip along the West Coast that takes travelers to major cities like Seattle, Portland and San Francisco as well as natural attractions such as Mount St. Helens, the Redwood Forest's "Avenue of the Giants" and the Columbia River Gorge.

GOGO Vacations offers a four-night vacation package to the Marigot Bay Resort and Marina by Capella in St. Lucia for as little as $739. Talk to your travel agent and you could save up to 25 percent and capitalize on offers such as kids stay and eat free.

Take your pick of Amsterdam, Barcelona, London, Paris or all four and let United Vacations take care of the rest. The vacation packager has added thousands of European hotels to its booking database since the start of last year and travelers can easily explore multi-destination itineraries with the help of their travel agent.