If you’re planning a vacation, you may be wondering how long it should be. How long until you’re homesick? Are you leaving yourself time to do everything? For most families, 10 days is the optimal time. Consider the following benefits of a week and a half before booking your vacation rental and creating an itinerary.

Why 10 Days Is the Perfect Vacation Length

1. Time for Every Mood

A vacation doesn’t always feel like a getaway if you’re rushing around trying to cram all your target activities into one weekend. Likewise, if you spend all your time lounging at your vacation rental and don’t check out the area, it won’t entirely feel like a vacation. 10 days gives you time to balance everything. You’ll have room to enjoy your lazy days and high-activity days. This ensures you do everything and also get the R&R you need.

2. More Relaxed Travel Time

Traveling to and from from the destination takes up roughly two days, maybe more if you’re driving. If you leave on a Friday morning, arrive late that afternoon, and head home Sunday, you aren’t actually leaving yourself much vacation time. It’s even worse if you’re feeling sluggish from all the travel without much rest in between. A week and a half can give you eight full vacation days in which you don’t have to worry about travel.

3. A Break From the Crowds

Crowds can quickly ruin a vacation. While you’ll inevitably have to endure some—most likely over the weekend—if you book a 10-day vacation rental, you can count on plenty of time during the week where you won’t be fighting the masses for entertainment. Weekdays are perfect for trying out restaurants, relaxing on the beach, and hitting other popular areas where you won’t deal with congestion and wait times.

If you’re looking for vacation ideas, Orange Beach, AL, can be the perfect getaway. Sugar Sands Realty & Management offers over 200 vacation rental options in the area, including condos and beach houses. They also maintain a large portfolio of beachfront real estate if you’re in the market for something permanent. Explore their options on their website. To book your vacation rental, call (251) 974-1672 today.