Planning Next Year’s Hershey Family Vacation Starts Now

Some family vacations are over far too quickly. Before everyone has unpacked the car, someone is already saying, “Can we come back next year?” If that sounds familiar, now is the perfect time to start planning your next adventure at Elizabethtown / Hershey KOA Holiday.

Planning ahead gives your family more choices, less stress, and plenty of time to build excitement. Whether you’re looking forward to another visit to Hersheypark®, relaxing around the campground, or discovering more of Central Pennsylvania, a little preparation now can make next year’s vacation even better.

Start with Your Favorite Memories

Before making reservations, think back to what your family enjoyed most during your last camping trip.

Was it spending the day at Hersheypark®? Fishing by the pond? Roasting marshmallows around the campfire? Riding bikes through the campground? Those are the moments worth building another vacation around.

When everyone has a chance to share their favorite memories, planning becomes part of the fun.

Choose the Best Time to Visit

Every season offers something a little different in Central Pennsylvania. Summer is perfect for families wanting to enjoy water fun and long evenings outdoors, while fall brings colorful scenery, cooler temperatures, and comfortable camping weather.

Planning several months ahead gives you the flexibility to choose the travel dates that work best for your family’s schedule.

Pick the Perfect Way to Stay

Every family camps differently, and that’s one of the things that makes Elizabethtown / Hershey KOA Holiday such a great destination.

• Spacious RV sites with full hookups
• Comfortable Deluxe Cabins with many of the conveniences of home
• Camping Cabins for a traditional camping experience
• Tent sites for families who enjoy sleeping under the stars

Planning early gives you the best opportunity to reserve the accommodations that fit your family’s camping style.

Make a Short Vacation Wish List

It’s easy to fill every day with activities, but sometimes a simple list works best. Ask each family member to choose one or two experiences they don’t want to miss.

Your list might include:

• Hersheypark®
• Hershey’s Chocolate World
• ZooAmerica®
• Hershey Gardens
• The Hershey Story Museum

By focusing on a few favorite attractions instead of trying to do everything, your vacation becomes much more relaxing.

Remember That the Campground Is Part of the Vacation

Many families make the mistake of treating the campground as simply a place to sleep. In reality, some of the best vacation memories happen right at your campsite.

Morning coffee outside, an afternoon fishing with the kids, a family picnic, an evening around the campfire, or simply enjoying a slower pace often become the moments everyone remembers years later.

Plan One Big Adventure Each Day

You don’t have to pack every hour with activities to have an unforgettable vacation.

Planning one major attraction each day leaves plenty of time for swimming, relaxing, playing games, exploring the campground, or simply enjoying time together without rushing from place to place.

Explore More Than Hersheypark®

While Hersheypark® is certainly one of the area’s biggest attractions, Central Pennsylvania has much more to offer.

Spend a day visiting local museums, scenic parks, farmers markets, small-town shops, or enjoying the beautiful countryside that surrounds the Hershey area.

For additional ideas, visit Visit Pennsylvania to discover even more attractions throughout the region.

Plan Your Budget Before You Go

Setting aside a little money throughout the year makes vacation planning much easier. Budgeting ahead for camping, attractions, meals, fuel, and souvenirs helps eliminate last-minute surprises and lets everyone simply enjoy the trip.

Build the Excitement Together

One of the best parts of planning early is that the vacation starts long before you arrive.

Children love counting down the days, talking about their favorite attractions, and imagining new adventures they’ll have together. Looking forward to a family camping trip creates memories before the first suitcase is even packed.