5 Reasons to Travel with Your Mom

When we think of gifts for mom, trips are among the most demanded products. But when we travel with her, sometimes we are the ones who get the most out of the experience.

With this in mind, Alamo Rent A Car shares five reasons to travel with your mom

We’re never too old, important, or busy to spend time with mom. Many use holidays to honor and reconnect with their mothers through shared experiences and adventures, and there is not better way than to do it through travel.

As adults we can now upgrade your Mother’s Day gift from handmade coupon books to quality time away from the stress of everyday life. This year take a trip with your mom to reinvigorate the relationship, while treating her to something out of the ordinary. Here are five reasons why a trip with your mom might be the best one yet:

1.     Reconnect with your mom in the age of technology

In today’s world, time is limited, and schedules are hectic. By choosing to take a one-on-one trip with your mom, you’re able to form a deeper connection with each other. A trip to the countryside to visit her favorite childhood restaurant or a flight to her dream destination can unlock nostalgic moments and help disconnect from the stresses of home, while igniting a new connection.

2.     You’ll learn things about her you never knew

Spending time with your mother creates the space to learn more about yourself, your family history, and why you always “sound like your mom.” With so much dedicated time to each other, you’ll find yourself asking questions that you would have never thought to ask before like her first crush or childhood stories that she would have never thought to share before.

3.     You can use the time spent to keep learning from her

As adults we never stop learning and moms never stop teaching. The time we spend with our parents growing up is priceless and is an opportunity to learn from the life experiences of those who gave their lives raise us. With car rental companies like Alamo Rent A Car, you and mom can embark on a road trip and take advantage of the hours on the road to learn from her and gather advices to pass down to future generations. Some of the best destinations to embark on this journey with mom are a drive along the Pacific Coast Highway with an open itinerary or a reflective drive along the Hana Coastline in Hawaii. 

4.     She’ll help you appreciate the little things

Moms have a natural ability to point out the finer details in a situation and a trip with her can unlock a deeper appreciation for the little things. From the details on the tablecloths to the linen sheets, the details are that much sweeter when mom is around. To fully embrace this time with her, visit a national park, like Yosemite, or stroll through a botanical garden to better connect with the little treasures that mom will surely point out.

5.     It’s the perfect way to thank her for everything she’s done

The time and energy devoted to raising you should never go unnoticed and a vacation together is the perfect way to tell mom “thank you.” While few things we do can ever amount to the love and support they’ve given us, quality time alone and the opportunity to explore a new destination together come close.