Mother-daughter trips are a rite of passage. But in reality, the idea of traveling alone with your mom might be a little anxiety-provoking—especially if you’ve never embarked on a before. After all, one’s is intrinsically unique; sometimes sweet, sometimes fraught.
The thought of traveling together for days on end can bring a lot of feelings up. A couple of years ago, I went through a similar mixture of emotions before a trip with my dad. I’d convinced him to go on a trip to the island of Lānaʻi in celebration of his 70th birthday, and while it was an easy persuasion, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t feel an undercurrent of anxiety in the days before the trip.
Up until that point, we had never traveled alone together and, despite the enthusiasm surrounding this milestone, questions circled in my head. As it turns out, my fears were unfounded. The trip was actually great: memorable, impactful, and even enlightening—the power of the experience can’t be overstated.
I gleaned insights about my dad I’d never before had, and we spent our evenings deep in conversation over dinner. Since then, I’ve been pondering how a similar getaway might benefit the rapport with my mom. The idea is very compelling.
So, in the spirit of , embracing new experiences, and letting your mother-daughter bond continue to evolve, I’ve collected 17 ideas for mother-daughter trips that might just help you break the mold in 2024. Hot Springs Hopping in Southern California Soaking in th.