8 Best Mother Daughter Vacations: Unforgettable Memories

Highlights

  • Mother daughter vacations are some of the best ways to make everlasting memories. 
  • For the wine lovers in the family, head west to Napa. 
  • For the tea lovers, pack a tartan skirt and board a plane to Edinburgh.
  • If you share a love of reading romance novels, it’s off to Maryland to stay in Nora Roberts’ inn. 
  • Of course, Manhattan is always an option, as are many of the northeastern cities in the United States. 

The 8 Best Mother Daughter Vacations | Travel Reveal

The best mother daughter vacations are filled with spa dates, rosé, and, if you plan it right, spectacular waterfront views. 

There’s no better way to recharge than with the woman who understands the rigors of your everyday life. When it’s time to slow things down a little, pull out your weekend bag, and luxuriate in a way you can’t with anyone else. 

As one of our most comprehensive travel guides, this list covers a decent amount of ground, perfect for every style of traveler. We’ll start in Napa Valley, California, highlight a few all-inclusive destinations in Texas, and make our way west to the tea rooms of Edinburgh. 

1. Seattle, Washington

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A framed photograph at the Space Needle could be a great addition to your mantlepiece, making this one of the best mother daughter vacations in the US. Host a girls’ night before you go and watch Sleepless in Seattle. 

This city has a vibrant coffee shop culture, is filled with local bookshops, and features world-class restaurants to make your stay unforgettable. Of course, you’ll have to stroll through the famous Pike Place Market one morning to pick up fresh, local food, and maybe even a handcrafted trinket or two from the local artisans. 

Go big and book a few nights at the Four Seasons Seattle for the pinnacle of luxury. Or, for more of a self-catered experience, there are a wealth of Airbnbs run by delightful locals who are more than happy to help you find your way around their pretty little town. 

2. Napa Valley, California

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What says mother daughter getaway better than a pair of clinking glasses? Whatever your fancy – rosé, Chardonnay, or Cabernet – you can make a gorgeous event out of your weekend in Napa.

The Lodge at Sonoma pulls out all the stops with their all-inclusive packages. As a resort and spa, you won’t have to do more than slip into soft slippers for a massage and summer dresses for a bite to eat. 

The Lodge can arrange trips to the local wineries, meaning no one has to drive, and both mother and daughter can enjoy endless charcuterie boards and rosé refills. 

Napa is also one of the best places to host a birthday weekend. Be sure to follow our destination guide for the best birthday vacation ideas to help you plan the perfect celebration.