Travel to Make the Most of Memorial Day

Memorial Day is quickly approaching.  It's the official unofficial  start of the summer.  There are a number of ways to make the most of your time, as well as honor the reason behind the weekend.

Here are our top three picks for a Memorial Day.

1) Camping

One of the most budget friendly options available.  Camping is an easy way to step out of the day to day norm and experience the quiet nature has to offer.  This past April we tried "glamping" for the first time!  While we are big fans of tents and sleeping bags, trying a new experience was well worth it.  We definitely recommend if you aren't big on traditional camping!  
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2) Visit a National Park

We really enjoy free.  In the United States there are many incredible National Parks, Shorelines, and Historical sites to see.  They provide insight into America's history and honor those that came before us.  In honor of Memorial Day, the Arizona Memorial, a National Cemetery, was a worthwhile visit while in Hawaii.  (Read Below).  In Michigan, take a trip to the River Raisin National Battlefield Park! (Get a National Park passport!  Super easy and fun way to track across the States! )  (Affiliate Link)

3) Find the Past

This last April, we stumbled upon Fort Meigs just outside of Toledo in Ohio.  This fort was imperative during the War of 1812, just 40 years after the colonies had become the United States.  Often we forget the history of the 37 states after the Declaration of Independence.  There are many men and women who took on significant hardships then, believing in a dream they may never actually see as a reality.  While history is marked with storied pasts, those who lived it were living their lives the best way they knew how.  Walking in their footsteps to learn their stories is a simple way to honor the day.

It's not too late to take a moment to plan your weekend.  Take time to step back and find some quiet moments.  Enjoy the start of summer, and get ready for your adventures ahead.

Read more in depth about places to go this Memorial Day!

Arizona Memorial

Camping

National Parks