5 Travel Essentials for a Fall Getaway
September 6, 2022
Fall is one of the most beautiful times of the year to travel and often the off-season for popular travel destinations bursting at the seams through the summer season. The heat and crowds of summer have died down, the changing of the seasons brings idyllic weather for outdoor activities, travel is cheaper as peak airfares (and gas prices) drop, and there’s a higher chance of availability in your dream vacation retreat, with great off-season deals!
Fall conjures up images of pumpkin patches, corn mazes and Oktoberfest beer, cozy gatherings around the fireplace, and crisp autumn days in nature. Whether it’s a weekend getaway of leaf-peeping, a family vacation before the holiday season, or an extended stay mixing business with leisure, planning a fall vacation always requires a little forethought.
Before you head to the airport or hit the open road on a scenic fall foliage road trip, here are our top 5 travel essentials for a memorable fall getaway.
Lots of Layers
Depending on your destination of choice, fall weather can be anything from warm and sunny, to drizzly and cold – or four seasons in one day! Planning for each possible scenario can be tricky. Fall traditionally brings cooler and rainier weather so, in order to be prepared for sudden changes in weather and temperatures, layers are a travel essential during fall.
You need to be prepared for everything in the fall! Cooler crisp temperatures in the morning, tees and tank tops by noon, and snug sweaters by sunset. Always pack rain jackets, waterproof boots, and an umbrella for rainy days – the odds are if you don’t, it will rain! If you’re heading to higher elevations, a jacket for early-season snow is essential. Layers of natural warm fabrics like wool are perfect for cold weather destinations. Remember, always check the weather before packing and be prepared for change.
Active Outdoor Wear
If you’re planning an active outdoorsy fall getaway, you’ve come to the right place! Xplorie is the leading provider of free-to-guest activity programs, and we know how to plan an active vacation. A memorable fall vacation experience usually inspires getting outside so pack lightweight waterproof hiking boots, a rain poncho or insulated jacket for higher elevations, a water bottle or straw filter to drink directly from the mountain streams, and a thermos for hot drinks. Pop your layers and activewear in a light day pack (great for the fall farmer’s markets too!) and let the adventures begin.
Xplorie’s activity programs include the best fall tours, activities, and experiences each destination has to offer, complimentary for each and every day of your stay. Experience leaf-peeping adventures in the Blue Ridge Mountains, whale-watching excursions in Cape Cod, dolphin cruises on the South Carolina coastline, or a second summer of water sports on Florida’s Emerald Coast.
Adventure Gear
One of the positive outcomes of the pandemic is a deeper craving for the outdoors, nature and eco-friendly recreational activities. During the pandemic, sales of bicycles, kayaks, paddleboards, hiking boots, and even backyard gear boomed, and outdoorsy recreation and destinations became the new travel trend. Adventure gear became the travel essential you never knew you needed.
Pack light, minimize the travel stress, and rent your adventure gear on arrival! With our Xplorie activity programs you can book guided tours and activities or rent high-quality gear from a local business to explore alone – many will even deliver to your vacation rental before you arrive! Whether your fall activities include biking the trails, paddling the waterways, or chartering a boat for a fall fishing trip – you’ll find all the gear you need for an adventure-filled fall getaway with our Xplorie activity partners.
Memory Making Essentials
The best thing about memories is making them! Another plus of the pandemic is a stronger focus on collecting memories, not things, and ultimately that’s what a vacation is all about! With brilliant fall foliage, potential fall wildlife experiences, and family and friends close by, you’ll be snapping thousands of pics worthy of more than a cell phone camera. Leave extra space in your day pack for binoculars, camera gear to capture the moments, and a tripod (or selfie stick) for hands-free family photos.
A Home Away From Home
The most important essential when traveling, in any season, is a welcoming home away from home and a place to call your own. Xplorie partners with professional and reliable property managers in the best fall vacation destinations across the USA ranging from charming mountain towns and gateways to National Parks to beach escapes on the East and West Coast, and tropical islands of Hawaii.
Whether leaf-peeping in the Blue Ridge Mountains or a second summer on the Florida Coast sparked your wanderlust for a fall getaway, you’ll find a home away from home with luxury vacation amenities and free activities, tours, and attraction admissions for every day of your stay with Xplorie.
