• My Instagram profile
  • My Pinterest profile
  • My Facebook Profile
Search
zest-in-a-trot

Zest In A Tote

For the discerning Family Traveler

Menu
Skip to content
  • About me
    • Privacy Policy
    • Published Work
  • Destinations
    • Asia
      • India
      • Indonesia
      • Japan
      • Maldives
      • Singapore
      • Sri Lanka
      • Thailand
      • Vietnam
    • Africa & the Middle East
      • Mauritius
      • Oman
      • Reunion
      • Seychelles
      • UAE
    • Europe
      • Croatia
      • Germany
      • Greece
      • Iceland
      • Italy
      • Netherlands
      • Norway
      • Portugal
      • Slovenia
      • Spain
      • Switzerland
      • Turkey
      • United Kingdom
    • The Americas
      • Caribbean
      • Peru
      • USA
    • World Travel
  • Family Travel
    • Packing Lists
    • Family Travel Tips
    • Family Travel: Destination Ideas
  • Luxury & Boutique Properties

Category: Short Getaways & Day Trips

Short getaways or weekend trips provide much-needed relaxation and rejuvenation in our urban lifestyle. It is not always possible to take time off to explore a new area and what’s needed is a quick trip with family and friends.

This section includes blogs on day trips suggestions, short getaways from a main city, properties that make for a great short trip.

grand canyon bike tours
  • Outdoor Activities

Grand Canyon with kids: Top family-friendly activities at Grand Canyon South Rim

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on June 22, 2025March 28, 2026

Planning to visit Grand Canyon with your family? This post will answer queries on top kid-friendly activities, best viewpoints at the south rim of Grand Canyon, how best to plan your one day trip to Grand Canyon.

Pin
Flip
Share
Reddit
229 Shares
Read More
day trips from amsterdam, weekend trips from amsterdam
  • Short Getaways & Day Trips

Amazing Day Trips from Amsterdam to explore Dutch Countryside

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on April 18, 2025March 9, 2026

Once you have explored Amsterdam, get out and explore the country with some easy day trips that are fun for the whole family! Here are some amazing ideas on day trips from Amsterdam.

Pin
Flip
Share
Reddit
2K Shares
Read More
Wondering how best to visit the Vatican City?
  • City Break

How to visit the Vatican City: Best Tips + Tours for Vatican Visit

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on November 16, 2024September 8, 2025

Vatican City is a bucket-list place you absolutely should visit at least once in your lifetime. This post covers the best attractions as well as the travel tips on how to visit the Vatican City.

Pin
Flip
Share
Reddit
114 Shares
Read More
  • Food & Culture

Things to See in Nizwa, Oman: Explore this historical city 

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on September 21, 2024January 14, 2026

The historical town of Nizwa lies in northern Oman, at a distance of about 1.5 hours from Muscat. There are many things to see and do in Nizwa Oman.

Pin
Flip
Share
Reddit
154 Shares
Read More
The Temple of Sounion is an ancient Greek landmark.
  • Short Getaways & Day Trips

Best Day Trips from Athens, Greece

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on August 30, 2024May 5, 2026

Important archaeological ruins, beautiful towns, and islands with azure waters. There are plenty of options for day trips from Athens in Greece.

Pin
Flip
Share
Reddit
189 Shares
Read More
Both the towering rock columns and the monasteries in Meteora are worth a visit.
  • Outdoor Activities

Visiting Meteora in Greece: Stunning Monasteries That’ll Blow You Away!

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on June 26, 2024February 26, 2026

This is a complete guide on Meteora in Greece, why you should visit this special place, how to reach Meteora, best things to do in Meteora.

Pin
Flip
Share
Reddit
178 Shares
Read More

Posts pagination

Previous Page Page 1 … Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Next Page

About me

Hi! I am Shweta, the zest of this blog :-).

I have always been passionate about travel and immersing in new experiences. Having been to over 45 countries, the idea behind this blog is to bring family-friendly itineraries and tips, destinations, and luxury stays to the readers. My belief is that family travel needn’t be boring and one can do a mix of local culture & food, adventure activities and relaxation, all with family.

Read more About me.

Top Posts

  • Iceland packing List: Guide on what to pack for Iceland
    Iceland packing List: Guide on what to pack for Iceland
  • Best Things To Do In Dubrovnik Old Town a.k.a. King's Landing
    Best Things To Do In Dubrovnik Old Town a.k.a. King's Landing
  • teamLab Borderless vs Planets: Which one is better suited for you?
    teamLab Borderless vs Planets: Which one is better suited for you?
  • A perfect day at Ston Croatia: Travel Guide to climb the 'Great Wall of Europe'
    A perfect day at Ston Croatia: Travel Guide to climb the 'Great Wall of Europe'
  • The Perfect One Day Mykonos Itinerary
    The Perfect One Day Mykonos Itinerary
  • The Ultimate Iceland Ring Road Itinerary: 12 Days road trip
    The Ultimate Iceland Ring Road Itinerary: 12 Days road trip
  • The road less travelled in Plitvice Lakes National Park
    The road less travelled in Plitvice Lakes National Park
  • 18 California Landmarks for your USA Bucket List
    18 California Landmarks for your USA Bucket List
  • The Perfect Yosemite 3 day Itinerary: Visit Yosemite with kids
    The Perfect Yosemite 3 day Itinerary: Visit Yosemite with kids
  • North Iceland Highlights: The Diamond Circle Route + Travel Tips
    North Iceland Highlights: The Diamond Circle Route + Travel Tips
  • City Break
  • Bucket List
  • Food & Culture
  • Islands
  • Itinerary & Best Things To Do
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Photo Log
  • Property Review
  • Family Travel
  • Short Getaways & Day Trips
  • Travel Tips
  • My Instagram profile
  • My Pinterest profile
  • My Facebook Profile
×