As families look to make the most of Labor Day weekend with one final summer getaway, many are choosing quieter destinations that offer room to relax and reconnect. Recent research from Airalo found travelers are increasingly opting for less-crowded destinations over traditional vacation hot spots, prioritizing meaningful experiences and outdoor exploration.
For families looking to embrace that trend closer to home, The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa offers an ideal Labor Day escape. Set along a peaceful stretch of Hilton Head Island's coastline, the oceanfront resort combines beachside relaxation with outdoor adventure, making it easy for families to make the most of one last summer weekend.
Whether it's building sandcastles on 12 miles of pristine beach, biking Hilton Head's scenic trails, paddleboarding through the Lowcountry or spotting dolphins offshore, families can spend the weekend exploring together before unwinding by one of the resort's three oceanfront pools.
The resort's Westin Family program encourages guests to Play Well, Move Well, Eat Well and Sleep Well through family-friendly activities and wellness experiences, while parents can recharge with a spa treatment or beachfront yoga. At the end of the day, spacious guestrooms and suites, complete with private balconies and the signature Heavenly Bed, offer the perfect place to relax. For larger families or multigenerational travel, suites feature separate living areas that provide extra space to gather and reconnect.
A few highlights include:
- Oceanfront resort with direct access to 12 miles of Hilton Head Island's beach
- Three oceanfront pools
- Westin Family programming with activities for all ages
- Spacious suites with separate living areas, ideal for family and multigenerational travel
- More than 60 miles of scenic bike trails throughout Hilton Head Island
- Easy access to kayaking, paddleboarding, dolphin cruises and other Lowcountry adventures
- Heavenly Spa by Westin and beachfront wellness experiences
- Fresh Lowcountry-inspired dining for the whole family