• Vacations are a needed escape from everyday life.family vacation fun image by Pix by Marti from Fotolia.com
  
  With the stress of everyday life, vacations often come like a breath of fresh air. They are a way of escaping the ordinary and experiencing new places --- whether you are alone, with a significant other or with your family. Deciding on a location can be difficult, especially if you've never had a real vacation. The choices are endless; however, a few vacation options do standout, depending on your needs.
  
  

Romantic Vacation

• Those in need a romantic vacation and are in the mood for something tropical, think Hawaii. Whether choosing to explore volcanoes, picnic by a waterfall, lounge on the beach or simply stay in a private hut and watch the sunset, Hawaii's five islands will provide plenty of opportunities for romance.
  
  If tropical islands are not your idea of romance, then picture Venice, Italy. Here couples can take a gondola ride through the canals, visit the city's many museums, explore Italian palazzos, and enjoy Italian food, culture and art. No one does romance like the Italians.
  
  

Family Vacation

• No other location on earth does family vacations like Orlando, Florida. The city offers an incredible number of options for every member of the family. There are theme parks everywhere. A few days at Disney World can constitute an adventure-filled vacation all by itself. However, Orlando also has Sea World and Universal Studios, with its Islands of Attraction counterpart, premiering the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
  
  If you want a break from theme parks, the Kennedy Space center is a short drive away. There your family can explore NASA's launch and landing sites, making for great and educational family fun.
  
  

Winter Vacation

• If the weather is cold and you're looking to cozy up for a weekend or even a few weeks, Lake Tahoe is the place for you. With a backdrop of the Rocky Mountains and a guarantee of snow, Tahoe is an ideal winter vacation spot.
  
  Vacationers can spend time enjoying winter sports like skiing or tobogganing, or if in the mood for a little romance, wrap up in a blanket and take a sleigh ride. If you'd rather snuggle up inside and read a good book, the multitude of resorts and cabins around the Lake are sure to meet your specific lodging needs.
  
  Those not interested in winter sports and cozy hideaways, may be interested in spending their winter vacation gambling. Tahoe offers a number of casinos and resorts for gaming excitement. Whatever your winter wish, Lake Tahoe can probably grant it.