The Best Trips to Gift Your Mom this Mother’s Day

With Mother’s Day approaching, there’s no better time to spoil mom with a trip of a lifetime.

After working tirelessly all year long, now is the time to pamper and show the ultimate gratitude.

Read on to learn about three international destinations that Mom is sure to love.

Stress Free Planned Trip in Norway
 

Mothers spend all year long organizing kids’ activities, planning for the family, taking care of the house, and so much more. This Mother’s Day they don’t have to worry about a thing with a personalized trip from sustainable luxury travel curator Up Norway. Up Norway takes care of all the planning, details, and logistics so a traveler’s journey is worry-free. Plus, a highlight of travel with Up Norway is the personalized Digital Travel Guide with 24-hour chat service. Whether there are delays, cancellations, weather issues or any other concerns or questions, an Up Norway Insider can assist with all traveling needs within minutes of a conversation. The digital itinerary also keeps everything organized and allows travelers to move from one stop to the next seamlessly.  As spring emerges, Norwegians experience våryrhet with days increasingly filled with more light that fill locals and travelers with energy and a feeling of euphoria.

Popular activities during these months for both locals and guests include hiking, jogging, cycling, drinking “utepils” (directly translated to “outdoor lager”) at every street corner, enjoying saunas and even swimming in the arctic waters. The sun also brings with it the blossoming of fruit trees and cider from Hardanger, which has recently exploded in popularity. When looking for a place to stay in Oslo, travelers can choose from A-One’s new portfolio of exclusive homes with hotel services like personal welcome, daily housekeeping and round-the-clock concierge – all in complete privacy. Each property meets WELL criteria and places great emphasis on unique architecture, central location, distinctive neighborhoods, hand-picked furniture, and artwork.

For the Solo Travel Loving Mom in Croatia

For the ultimate solo getaway, moms can escape to the dreamy ancient port city of Dubrovnik. The city is known for its rich history and culture, stunning architecture, and picturesque landscapes. For accommodations, travelers look no further than the historic Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik. With rooms and suites in an original 1913 royal villa and sleek contemporary wing, the hotel offers a spectacular seaside setting overlooking both the Adriatic and the ancient Old Town, combined with flawless service and an illustrious history of royal and celebrity guests. Highlights of a stay at Hotel Excelsior include an easy walk into the historic Old Town, luxurious spa treatments at the world class spa, and ideal activities nearby such as the Dubrovnik Cable Cars and Lokrum Botanical Gardens.

Mom’s Total Relaxation in Mexico

For a luxurious spa vacation that is sure to leave moms in a state of relaxation, a stay at Grand Velas Riviera Maya is a must. The architecturally striking SE Spa, which has been awarded 5 Stars by Forbes, was inspired by the jungle and natural water pools of the Yucatan Peninsula. Mexican Architects Ricardo Elias and Alexis Elias of EliasElias AR preserved the stone, plants and streams specific to the natural landscape and incorporated them into the curved, organic design of the two-level, 89,000+ square-foot spa. Private Water Lounges feature custom-designed amenities including a Clay Room, Ice Room, Experience Showers and a central infinity pool with powerful massaging faucets throughout and carved-stone chaises with jets set just underneath the surface of the water on which guests recline. Signature treatments use products of the Earth, traditional in the Mayan culture, including coffee, cocoa, corncobs, vanilla, organic mud, and local honey. Moms can opt to experience the resort’s Bacal Massage, an authentic Mayan treatment utilizing one of the Mayans most sacred plants, corn. A one-of-a-kind cultural journey, the Bacal Massage begins with a soothing honey exfoliation that detoxifies the skin, followed by an essential oil massage using Mayan corn cobs to apply pressure to the skin in a unique method.

For the Wine Loving Mom

For the wine enthusiast mother there is no better gift than a getaway inspired by wine itself. From  renowned Argentinian winemaker Susana Balbo and her daughter Ana Lovaglio Balbo, the newly opened SB Winemaker’s House & Spa Suites in Mendoza, Argentina features the hostesses’ authentic wine roots from 40 years in the industry in everything from design, décor, and setting to culinary experiences, art, wellness, and nature. The only luxury wine hotel in Latin America with fully integrated in-room spa features and services, SB Winemaker’s House offers seven spa suites that have a steam room, sensations shower, and massage table. Four of the seven suites are also equipped with a dry sauna. Guests can enjoy the features at leisure or opt for a guided experience with the Wellness Butler. La VidA restaurant, a lounge bar, swimming pool, shop with local artisanal products, and tasting room complete the SB Winemaker’s House & Spa Suites. And from an ultra luxury wine safari via seaplane, which is the only of its kind in South America, to ultra-premium wine tastings, a chef’s table paired with Susana Balbo and rare world wines, vinotherapeutic spa treatments, custom blending classes, and more, your wine loving mom is sure to be pleased.

The History Loving Mom in Rome

For a mom that loves history and culture, a trip to Rome is ideal. With numerous activities to explore the Eternal City along with its deep rooted history, art, fashion, and more, Rome is a city that provides unique treasures of history. Moms looking to enjoy Rome from a new perspective will delight in a stay at Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese. The property is ideally located within walking distance of some of the city’s best-known cultural landmarks and parks, including the Trevi Fountain, Villa Medici and Spanish Steps. Evoking the feel of a Roman home, the hotel has a relaxed and laid-back atmosphere with rooms that give a sense of being truly immersed in the essence of the picturesque Italian city. Settimo, the hotel’s contemporary rooftop lounge and restaurant, is a garden escape offering panoramic views overlooking the famed Villa Borghese gardens and St. Peter’s Basilica. Moms will love the many experiences offered for guests including a Roman foodie tour, Yoga Around Rome with yoga classes held at Rome’s most scenic locations, a fashionista getaway with one of Rome’s top fashion influencers,and more. A highlight for an art loving mom is ArcheoRunning’s new Michelangelo walking tour. During the tour participants will be led throughout the city to discover some of Michelangelo’s best pieces, where he worked and lived, and other prominent places that saw the renowned artist as the main protagonist of the Roman Renaissance. Led by Isabella Calidonna, an art historian, certified tour guide, and coach for the Italian National Olympic Committee, the tour explores Michelangelo’s iconic pieces, while giving background information and insider tips on the art and city as a whole.