Hiker83

I am a 51 year old woman, wife and mother of four grown children that needs some time away. I recently just lost my 90 year old mother who lived with me for the past four years. I have been caring for her and my family and have forgotten to take care if myself. I find myself lost and need time to recharge my battery.

I live in Michigan and I'm looking for a peaceful setting. I love the outdoors and good food. Going to slip away for a few days so that I can come back recharged and relaxed.

I've never traveled by myself so this is a big step outside my comfort zone. Looking for a beautiful and safe setting. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

RoamsAround

Sorry, your post is way too general. You can "get away and relax almost anywhere". There are literally 1,000's of options where you'll find "peaceful, beautiful settings, outdoor activities and good food". You've really not given responders any helpful information.

Suggest you re-post this question on the forum for the country(ies) you'd like to visit - use the "change forum link at the top of this thread. Include in your post how much of a budget you have, how long a trip you are planning (define a "few days"), how long you are willing to travel to reach your destination, what type of accommodations you'd like, what type of activities interest you and any other info that would help others make recommendations that fit your needs..

NewbE

I agree with Roams Around, but how about Enchantment Resort in Sedona? It's where I'd want to go to recharge.
http://www.enchantmentresort.com

The Willamette Valley in Oregon is peaceful, rural, pretty, and has amazing food and wine. You could stay here:
http://www.theallison.com

My favorite place to just hang out is Healdsburg, California, and this is my favorite hotel in H'burg:
http://www.hotelhealdsburg.com

I agree that you should post your question in the United States forum, assuming that, with only 3-4 days, you won't want to go out of the country. Post in the other country forums if they are possibilities.

suze

I am sorry for your loss and wish you healing through travel.

Places I am most comfortable solo include going to Hawaii or Puerto Vallarta (both of them beach-y vacations for R&R and to recharge).

But perhaps you'd be more comfortable with someplace on the USA mainland? Really anywhere you could rent a cabin on a lake, take a few books along, like that.

Kaebnroh

I'm sorry to read of the loss of your dear mom - I was in the same predicament a few years ago. And like you I love nature the out of doors.
Are you looking to go to a place warm or do you prefer the autumn colors? If you are looking for solitude, I would suggest going to the ocean - I find it has a great way of renewing your spirit. If you're only traveling for a few days - would be great it if you could stretch it for a week and visit the sunny beaches of California. I would suggest Oceanside - there you can enjoy the beach and rent a car to drive to the city and maybe hike the Griffith Observatory & Santa Monica Pier or drive over to San Diego - take the scenic route if you're not afraid of heights.
Whatever you decide to do, enjoy every second, minute and hour of your day...

suze

What about a cruise? Not one of the mega-ships but there are many smaller companies, river tours, etc. Those would be extremely easy to plan. Since things are mostly taken care of for you.

Sassafrass

Agree with Suze about the cruise. Nothing like the open sea for a feeling of peace. Do something in the Caribbean where you will also have a chance to walk on sand, snorkel and try new foods. It would also give you a lot of options - quieter time to read or paint or whatever you like, but also swimming, music, dance and entertainment, plus food whenever you want. You could be alone or choose a group table with companions. Great suggestion, Suze!

suze

https://www.oceaniacruises.com/

I had a hard-copy catalog at home I received in the mail from these guys and have been perusing their itineraries. Lots of interesting options.

Sassafrass

Also look at the website, vacationstogo.com for lots of other options. Cruisecritic.com is good too, and you can ask questions on the cruise forum here on Fodors. Don't know your budget, but Princess, Celebrity, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean all have some beautiful ships at lower prices. I enjoy them all and all have adult areas. Celebrity and Princess seem to attract fewer kids.

One issue with cruises that I forgot is the cost for singles is often the same as for doubles. However, even with that, you can often find some good prices that can still be reasonable, especially since it includes all food.

girlonthego

I am 51 and traveling to the Alison Spa in Oregon to relax! I will be traveling solo and meeting my sister in law, but am leaving there and traveling solo to Seattle.
I think for your first solo trip, go somewhere where you speak the language and are comfortable with your surroundings. If you are looking to get away and recharge batteries,then I would not go too far away, but far enough to get away from it all.
Going to Seattle on my own will be the first time I have traveled alone in many many years and i am looking forward to my time to choose what I want to do or not.
Definitely go away and take care of yourself! You will feel a lot better!

Tabernash2

I'm not sure going to India is all that relaxing.

If only for a few days, you don't want to go that far away and spend too much time traveling overseas.

Do you like Florida? Or another place on the east coast, where you can relax by the water?

suze

Hawaii works even for short trips. I've done just 5 days there, when that's all I could manage to get away. As you can imagine, just lovely.