How about a holiday?
If you are seriously considering taking one of those nice holidays then why not look into where and when? The recession has been a pain for many businesses as well as people which is why it has become difficult to go away on vacation. So if you are on the save, where is the best place to go?
All inclusives can sometimes be nice but the often lead to having to hang around with people you really do not want to. A villa is a nice place to stay as it is like your own home in another country so the homely feel is there with the added bonus of no stress and a pool. If the weather turns nasty at a villa there are often more things to do than you think, many come with pool tables, dart boards and various other things.
However places like the Disney Hotels can be really nice to stay at as they are made for everyone to enjoy rather than just a place to stay. The hotels here are actually based purely on what Disney want so a lot of the time they will base it on something they feel the guests will love.if you are staying near a tourist site in Europe it could benefit you rather than annoy you. Although Paris can be very busy it is surprising to see just how many nice hotels are tucked away within the busy city, the one I stayed in was actually a very nice play to holiday in simply because it was right in the centre of Paris but also down a quiet road where you could never hear any traffic at all.
Trips further away are going to cost you more but sometimes can be more worthwhile. If you are planning an African Safari it is going to cost you more but you are going to see things that not many people have the opportunity to see.
Take your vacation seriously this year and read a few travel blogs for ideas on a place that works for you.