Father’s Day Gift Ideas – Travel Spots and Vacations for Dad

What does dad want for Father’s Day? According to several surveys, dad wants to do something he loves. Gift cards are top gift for father’s but, people often go with old staples like power tools and ties. According to the National Retail Federation, 4 in 10 people will give dad new apparel items such as neckties and sweaters for Father’s Day. How about making memories with dad, doing something he enjoys doing? A small trip, mini-vacation, or even just a day out will beat any old sweater or new drill. Try these Father’s Day Gift Ideas – Travel Spots and Vacations for Dad…

Brew With Your #1 Bud – Take dad on brewery tour and see his eyes light up like a kid visiting Willy Wonka and his chocolate factory. Microbreweries are popping up everywhere, so do a quick search of your nearby area, or travel to Asheville in North Carolina. The area boasts 11 (and counting) breweries and has won the title of Beer City USA.

Father Fly Fishing – If dad likes to get out and enjoy nature, a fly fishing trip could be an ideal and easy gift. Depending on what you want to catch, there are several fantastic options. Try Bighorn River in Montana or Colorado River Headwaters in Blue River for trout. Head to the Upper Florida Keys for inshore game like tarpon and bonefish or deep sea fishing for bigger prizes like marlin.

GO [Insert Your Dad’s Favorite Team Here] – Just about every stadium and home field to the vast array of teams offers a tour of the venue. Search the team’s website or call the office of your favorite team’s field (Solider Field shout out!) to see what kind of access you can get. They typically offer group tours, but if you’re willing to pay extra, you might be able to score a private tour or VIP experience.

Spa Day for Dudes – Emerson Resort and Spa in Hudson Valley is featuring a Father’s Day Spa Special that includes 50 minute Mountain Scented Firm massage to compliment a Local Craft Beer and Stream the USGA Championship during a 50 Minute Luxury Spa Pedicure. Mountains, beer, golf, and massage in one!

Skydiving with Dad – Head to Chicagoland Skydiving Center for all your tandem skydiving desires. This place offers breathtaking free falls from 18,000ft – the highest you can go in the Midwest United States. Nervous? CSC has a “perfect” safety record.