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6 'Just Perfect' Places to Visit with your Mom This Mother’s Day

Maryann Taylor

Last updated: Sep 2, 2022

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See

Goa: Beaches, Portuguese style churches and spice plantations
Turkey: Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia

Do

North East: Ride the Darjeeling toy train and meditate at the Lachung Monastery
Bali: Sunrise trek at Mount Batur and Balinese cooking classes

Eat

Goa: Pork Vindaloo (a spicy pork curry), Goan prawn curry and Bebinca
Kerala: Puttu (steamed rice cakes), Apppams and Stew and Fish Curry flavoured with tamarind

Shop

Belgium: Belgian chocolates and diamonds from Antwerp
Turkey: Apple Tea and Turkish evil eye souvenirs

Click

Kerala: Selfie with mom on a houseboat
Turkey: Ariel views of Cappadocia from a hot air balloon
North East: A picture of mom aboard the toy train

It’s almost Mother’s Day and you’re trying to think beyond the usual flowers and gifts. Nothing but the best will do for the most special person in your life right? Well, how about taking her out on a vacation?

Unlike our parents’ generation who took holidays only once or twice a year, our hearts are wanderers, constantly dreaming about our next vacation, making plans for our next holiday. So this Mother’s Day pack your bags and take mom on a special vacation she’ll cherish for times to come. Here are six places that are just perfect to visit with your mom this Mother’s Day.

Let the celebrations begin!

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Turkey

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The Blue Mosque,one of Turkey’s star attractions

Beaches, bazaars, rich history and world heritage sites; Turkey has it all and more! Surprise your mom with a hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia, spend the night in a cave, or shop away at the Grand Bazaar and Spice Market. While you’re there, don’t forget to enjoy a Doner Kebab and some Apple Tea. Turkey is a mystery waiting to be explored, what are you waiting for?


North East

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Enjoy a few relaxed days with mom in the North East

India’s unexplored North East is a great place to enjoy a holiday with your mother.  Spend quality time while enjoying the natural beauty of Kalimpong, the Rumtek Monastery and stunning views of Mt. Kanchendzonga in Gangtok. Don’t forget to visit Lachung and try meditatation at the Lachung Monastery. Hop aboard the Darjeeling toy train with mom and be a kid once again! And oh, don’t forget to enjoy a steaming cup of Darjeeling tea while you’re there.


Belgium

Step it up a notch and surprise your mom with a holiday to Belgium! Rich in history and culture she is sure to enjoy the canal tours of Bruges, the views of Ghent, diamond shopping in Antwerp and the landmark Mannekin Pis. Don’t forget to enjoy Belgium’s legendary chocolates, beer, French fries and delicious global cuisine.

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Bali

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Natural beauty, rich culture and delicious food- Bali is calling

Very close to India, not too expensive and rich in natural beauty- Bali is a wonderful destination for a holiday with mom. Enjoy a sunrise trek at Mount Batur, a Balinese cooking class, a traditional Kecak dance, a Bali Hi Cruise and the ahem “interesting” Luwak coffee.


Goa

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Enjoy time with mom relaxing at one of the many beaches in Goa

Goa is one destination you can never go wrong with! Your mom with you in this tropical paradise enjoying the waves, sipping margaritas, nibbling on delicious Goan food , could this be more picture perfect? Later visit the Portuguese style churches, spice plantations, wildlife sanctuaries, and flea markets.


Kerala

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Enjoy the serenity ok Kerala’s beautiful backwaters

With options galore, Kerala is a perfect destination for a Mother’s Day holiday! Spend leisurely days with mom in a houseboat on the serene backwaters, enjoy a wildlife safari, relax on the beaches, and visit the tea gardens of Munnar. Don’t forget to shop for coir products and savour delicious Malayalee food like appams and stew.

This Mother’s Day, take some time off, surprise your mom with that perfect holiday that she’s probably secretly been dreaming of with you. No time like the present to lavish her with the love and attention that she so deserves.  

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