This is it. The one day you have to pay mom back for a whole year's worth of patience, care, and advice. This year, instead of serving Mom the usual burnt toast and bacon in bed, give her something she'll remember for a lifetime: adventure!

	European spa vacations. If you really want Mom to feel pampered, why not go all the way? Spas in the Swiss Alps are renowned for both luxurious treatments and gorgeous surroundings.
	Whether or not she loves to cook, I bet Mom loves to eat. Culinary tours are a great way to experience a destination in depth, whether it's Vietnam, Provence, or New England.
	What could be a better interlude to an active vacation than stopping to smell the pinot noir? Try wine tasting in Napa Valley, Tuscany, or Bordeaux.
	Take a hike! Hitting the trail with Mom can be the ultimate bonding experience. There's plenty of family-friendly trails out there. Maybe she'll even tie your shoelaces.
	Don't think Mom wants to take a long hike up a mountain peak for a great view? How about a scenic drive along rugged coastline or mountain ridges. Stop along the way for a picnic and she'll be thrilled.
	Adventure cruises are a great way to travel to faraway places without compromising comfort. Mom will love to go whalewatching in Alaska, check out Galapagos wildlife, or relax in a Caribbean paradise.
	Eco-lodges make perfect family getaways. Nature lovers of all ages can explore or relax to the their heart's content. The biggest boon for moms? On-site childcare, so she can get away for a while.
	Find an adventure close to home! GORP's city weekenders have tons of ideas for day trips, overnighters, and long weekends. Or treat her to one of GORPtravel's exiting weekend getaways.
	Send her off to Hawaii. Luaus and mai tais or volcanoes and waterfalls, Mom can have her choice. Or have it all.
	If you think Mom just wants to spend some time with the girls, check out GORP's women-only adventures.

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