Ah, that feeling of vacation bliss, when you can truly unwind, unplug and relax. National Plan for Vacation Day is January 27, 2026 and we’d would love to assist and inspire your 2026 travel plans.
Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast is located in the Upper Hood River Valley on the north slope of Oregon’s tallest peak, Mt. Hood, in the quaint town of Parkdale. Receive a 20% discount for a two night stay during 2026 when you book your 2026 stay at the Old Parkdale Inn on National Plan for Vacation Day, January 27, 2026. Use promo code OregonVacation when booking through our online booking platform. We’ve extended the ‘book by’ date: five days to plan your 2026 Oregon vacation – January 27 through January 31.
Some top Travel Trends for 2026
Quiet over everything
It means welcoming guests into a calm, unhurried home where stillness is part of the experience. Hospitality is shown through peaceful mornings, gentle conversations, thoughtful details, and spaces designed for deep rest. There’s no rush, no noise, no intrusion—just comfort, warmth, and the feeling of being truly looked after. Quiet isn’t an absence of care; it’s the way care is most deeply felt.
Roads over runways
An adventurous road trip along Oregon’s backroads is a journey away from the hurry and into the unexpected. Narrow ribbons of pavement wind through high desert, dense forests, and wide-open ranchlands, where cell service fades and curiosity takes the wheel. Old barns lean into the wind, small towns appear just long enough for a cup of coffee or a conversation, and gravel turnouts lead to rivers, trailheads, or views you didn’t know you were looking for.
Miles pass quietly, broken by the sound of tires on gravel and the rush of wind through open windows. Every bend offers a sense of discovery—hidden canyons, weathered bridges, sun-bleached signs pointing nowhere and everywhere at once. It’s less about the destination and more about the freedom of wandering, where Oregon reveals itself slowly, honestly, and on its own terms.
Baby boomers are enthusiastically embracing “SKI” trips, which stands for “Spending the Kids’ Inheritance.” They are prioritizing experiences over leaving behind financial legacies.
Sustainable travel remains a priority for travelers who want more fulfilling and meaningful experiences. Three Oregon Scenic Highways lead to the Old Parkdale Inn. Travel through the Columbia River Gorge on the Historic Columbia River Highway Scenic Byway, HCRH, and around majestic Mt Hood on the Mt. Hood Scenic Byway. For the sustainable traveler the HCRH and the Mt Hood Scenic Byway have been combined to create one of six Electric Byways in Oregon, the Mt Hood and Columbia River Gorge Electric Byway.
One survey revealed that 62% of Americans plan to take multiple solo trips in the coming year. We welcome solo travelers and offer single occupancy rates.
As Culinary travel continues to gain traction we invite you to explore the Hood River Fruit Loop located in the beautiful Hood River Valley at the foot of majestic Mt. Hood, offering you a variety of wines, fruits, vegetables, flowers, ciders, and food.
How To Celebrate National Plan for Vacation Day
- Use your leave – Stop postponing that vacation and start planning. Use the one life you have to have all the fun you want!
- Spend time with your loved ones – The time you spend them will end up as beautiful memories. It is important to cherish your loved ones and plan to spend time together. The time you spend with them will end up as beautiful memories.
- Share on social media – Don’t forget to share pictures and experiences on social media. Inspire others to plan and go on their vacations too.
Not everyone is a workaholic although studies have shown that many people don’t actually use all of the vacation time that they have coming. In fact, one estimate is that Americans allow more than 750 million vacation days to be left unused. Now that’s a whole lot of adventure time that folks are missing out on!
This National Plan for Vacation Day we’re doing our part to combat the burnout blues by encouraging Americans to plan all of their days off for the year at the beginning of the year. We’ll gladly share tips, and destination ideas so you get the most out of your earned time off.
Break free from burnout and on this National Plan for Vacation Day, Let’s do something to give ourselves a lift, ignite that spark we get from your “reservation confirmed” page from from the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast.
Celebrate National Plan for Vacation Day 2026
Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast is located in the Upper Hood River Valley on the north slope of Oregon’s tallest peak, Mt. Hood, in the quaint town of Parkdale. Receive a 20% discount for a two night stay during 2026 when you book your 2026 stay at the Old Parkdale Inn on National Plan for Vacation Day, January 27, 2026. Use promo code OregonVacation when booking through our online booking platform. We’ve extended the ‘book by’ date: five days to plan your 2026 Oregon vacation – January 27 through January 31.
Thank you for trusting us to be your home away from home. We’ve posted our Hospitality and Health Policy on our website. Purchase a gift certificate for yourself or someone you know would enjoy time at the Old Parkdale Inn.
We invite you to read online reviews for the Old Parkdale Inn. And then we encourage you to go directly to our website and Book Direct for all the right reasons.
We’re your home base for exploring and enjoying the Hood River Valley and beyond. After a full day, you’ll love the peace and tranquility of the Old Parkdale Inn. Relax in the gardens, perhaps with your favorite beverage, by the bonfire, roast some s’mores, weather permitting of course.
What’s to do
The Hood River Fruit Loop is located in the beautiful Hood River Valley at the foot of majestic Mt. Hood offering you a variety of wines, fruits, vegetables, flowers, ciders, and food. Many outdoor adventures, such as kayaking, windsurfing, skiing, snow boarding, and hiking, await. Mt. Hood Meadows, Cooper Spur Mountain Resort, and Timberline Ski areas are only a short drive away, as is the Columbia River Gorge and Mt. Hood National Forest where trails and wildlife abound.
Book your stay at the Old Parkdale Inn and take advantage of our partnership with Wet Planet Whitewater Adventures – A 10% discount will be applied at checkout when you use the code we provide to book online.
