Resort Vacations: Your One-Stop Shop

For the traveler wanting the ultimate getaway with limited time for extensive planning, resort vacations are definitely the way to go. With a host of amenities within arms reach and an endless assortment of exhilarating activities on-site and nearby, resorts are the ideal destinations for time-strapped vacationers who want to have it all.

Accommodating guests from families and honeymooning couples to corporate and leisure groups, resorts allow you to spend less time arranging and scheduling and more time to just sit back enjoy your vacation – because isn’t that the reason for your getaway in the first place? At a resort, almost all your needs can be met on-site with ease. Even if members of your group all have different interests, most resorts have fantastic options to please everyone.

Book a resort vacation where you can easily play a round of golf in the morning and still have time to unwind with a soothing hot-stone massage in the afternoon; or spend the day soaking in the sun on a beach and then sit down to a tantalizing meal prepared by an award-winning chef when it’s time for dinner. From golf and ski to spa and beach resorts, these hassle-free vacations are unrivaled. Here are some recommendations for top vacation resorts.

The Wyndham Canoa Ranch Resort
At this Arizona golf resort, you can unpack your bags in a spacious condo rental featuring all the comforts of home, including flat-screen TVs and fully-equipped kitchens. Step out onto a private balcony to discover breathtaking views of the Santa Rita Mountains and a lush, beautifully-landscaped golf course.

Two championship courses adjacent to the property allows you to play a morning round of golf at the Canoa Ranch Golf Course and have time to get in another 18 holes at Torres Blancas Golf Club all in one day. If you need a break from all the golf, a sparkling pool and whirlpool overlooking the course is the perfect answer.

At this Green Valley, AZ resort, you could spend all your time on the property or also enjoy numerous entertainment options nearby, including miles of hiking trails, cultural attractions and shopping at specialty boutiques and galleries. Just ask the concierge who can offer suggestions, provide driving directions, help arrange your excursions and more.

At the Wyndham Canoa Ranch resort, you are treated to the best of all worlds – the wonderful touches of home and superb on-site leisure facilities combined with the convenience of a dedicated hotel staff at your service.

Hilton Los Cabos
An oasis of opulence and style in Los Cabos, this luxury Mexico resort overlooking the Sea of Cortez welcomes you to a world of extravagant service and lavish amenities for your Mexico travel. All you need for the ultimate vacation, both adventurous and restful, are at your disposal at the Hilton Los Cabos hotel.

Whether you want to spend time just being lazy or desire some excitement on your vacation, this Cabo San Lucas resort can provide, and with everything close at hand, you won’t have to choose between the two.

Hit the links at world-renowned golf courses nearby and get back in time to soak in the sun at the only swimmable beach in Los Cabos or at the beautiful Infinity-edge pool. Make a reservation for relaxation at Spa Oasis, the soothing on-site health spa and conclude an unforgettable day with a deliciously decadent dinner at Fenicia Restaurant, one of several exquisite options.

This Mexico vacation resort is also an ideal destination for families, featuring a fun-filled Kids Club and convenient babysitting services upon request. While parents recharge at the spa or head out for an ocean excursion, kids have a place of their own to let loose and enjoy activities just for them at the complimentary Vacation Station.

Surpassing all other Cabo San Lucas, Mexico resorts with sumptuous amenities and white-glove service, Hilton Los Cabos invites you to escape from the ordinary and discover the true meaning of getting away.

Shanty Creek Resorts
Experience an all-season resort nestled in Northern Michigan’s picturesque rolling countryside at Shanty Creek Resorts. Overlooking beautiful Lake Bellaire, this Michigan golf, ski and spa resort is truly the place to go for an extraordinary resort vacation.

Shanty Creek encompasses several resorts, offering three distinct lodging options, such as the newly-renovated accommodations atop Summit Mountain, charming European-style Schuss Village and elegantly-rustic Cedar Village. Outdoor enthusiasts are sure to be satisfied any time of year with four championship golf courses to play in the warmer months and unrivaled Michigan skiing in the winter.

Not into golfing or skiing? This Michigan resort offers an extensive variety of other activities including scheduled entertainment, two swimming pools, a lighted disc golf course, hiking and biking on miles of trails and much more. When you need a break from the excitement, head to the Wellness Spa to refresh your mind and body with a mud wrap or hot stone massage.

Also a top destination for corporate retreats and business conventions, this Michigan resort is also a world-class conference center boasting state-of-the-art facilities, innovative catering and flexible function space for up to 1,000 guests.

You won’t have to search hard to find abundant Michigan restaurant options on-site to refuel. Five restaurants on the property include everything from a sumptuous Italian bistro to a decadent restaurant atop Summit Mountain with incredible views of Lake Bellaire.

Simplify your getaway at Shanty Creek Resorts, where you can easily complete your entire list of things to do while on vacation without ever leaving the property.