Top Destinations for Easter Vacation

The nation's capital, Washington D.C., is a favorite Easter Vacation spot. Each year Easter activities are held on the White house lawn. There are arts and crafts, egg hunts, and storytelling and special guests to keep everyone occupied. The Easter vacation event is free but unfortunately only a limited number of tickets are available. There are a number of hotels and condos near the White House to choose from in the area depending on one's specifications. The website gothere.com provides tips about hotels and places to eat in the area to help those planning their 2009 Easter vacation.

In Mexico the Easter holiday is very important and this is often a good place to go for an Easter vacation. Mexicans celebrate the Easter holiday over a two week span. The first week is called Semana Santa and it refers to the Holy week which is Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday. The second week of celebrations is called Pascua and it entails Resurrection Sunday until the following Saturday. During one's Easter getaway they can witness beautiful plays related to Jesus and his Resurrection. Several processions as well as church services are held throughout the two week period. This is also generally a popular place for an Easter vacation because the weather is beautiful and it is a great time to hit the local beaches. The website allmexicohotels.com is a good place to start when looking for lodging for one's Easter vacation.

New York City always has something going on and Easter is no different. The Fifth Avenue Easter Parade is a real treat as participants walk around in bonnets and eccentric costumes. After enjoying the parade, families can then head over to the Eggstravaganza event held in Central Park. There are numerous activities to enjoy on this Easter vacation such as an egg hunt, egg roll, a petting zoo and last but not least Peter Cottontail. Check out mustseenewyork.com for places to stay, great restaurants to try and other activities to enjoy while on one's Easter getaway.

New Orleans is a city of great history and culture and this makes for a great Easter vacation. For those looking for a great 2009 Easter vacation that is sure to be remembered check it out. Each year 3 festive parades are held throughout the city. In addition numerous brunches, dinners and other activities are held throughout Easter Weekend. Browse through neworleanshotels.com for lists of places to stay and other things to do.