Writing a thank-you note is one way to show appreciation for a vacation or trip. Of course, what you write in a thank you card to say thank you for a vacation will vary.
Below is my template for a vacation thank you note followed by many thank you messages.
You can write a handwritten thank you note, send an email, or write a text message. Here is a template for writing a thank you note for a vacation.
Since the reason you are saying thank you for a vacation can vary so much, please be sure to read through the examples. It’s hard to put every possible scenario into one template!
[1] Dear [Person’s Name],
[2] Thank you for the [great/awesome/another adjective] vacation. I/We enjoyed the sights and activities (in your note, be specific about what you enjoyed). And I/We are grateful for the wonderful memories we made together. [Thank you for covering the costs of the flights, meals, hotel, etc. – if applicable], which made it possible [easier] for me/us to go on the trip.
Template notes
[1] The Greeting. You can also remove the Dear and start with the person’s name or choose another salutation, such as Hello.
[2] The Thank You. Write a short thank you message. Share a favorite vacation memory and include compliments. Customize the message based on why you are saying thank you for the vacation. See the examples below for inspiration.
[3] The Closing. Other closings could be Thanks Again, Kind Regards, or Warm Regards.
[4] Your Name. Remember to sign your name!
If you send a text message, you probably do not need to start with a greeting, and you can remove the closing and your name. Text messages are generally more casual than a written notecard.
A handwritten note will feel more personal and could be sent in the mail or handed to the person. I like the idea of purchasing note cards on vacation that can be used for thank you cards upon your return. You can also review my guide for choosing a note card.
A trip and a vacation are sometimes synonyms, although their definitions differ. You can read an opinion on the difference between a vacation and a trip here. For the example thank-you messages, I will not be too technical about their meaning. Instead, I will use vacation and trip as time away from your normal daily life.
If you’d like to thank someone for the vacation gift (along with a thank you note!), please review the list of thank you gift ideas. For example, a framed photo from the vacation might make for the perfect gift.
Here are example messages for saying thank you for the vacation. Remember, if you are writing a handwritten note, you’ll need to include a greeting and closing (see the template above).
#1 Thank you for the great vacation! I had a great time in the Florida Keys with you. Creating new memories was so much fun, and doing things in Florida other than visiting Disney. The sunsets were the best!
#2 Thank you for taking my family on vacation. The kids had a fantastic time at Disney Land. We will never forget this trip! You are the best parents ever.
#3 I am thankful for last weekend’s fantastic hiking trip. Thank you for asking me to come with you. Walking through the forest was relaxing, and I was delighted by the many birds. Thank you again for a beautiful weekend.
#4 Thanks for the vacation! Going to Hawaii was amazing. Snorkeling was my favorite activity. And I enjoyed learning more about each other during our visits. I will never forget the beautiful sunset from our last night.
#5 Thank you for the best vacation ever. A food-focused vacation was unique and wonderful. I loved going to fancy restaurants every evening. [Restaurant Name] was my absolute favorite. Pretending to be food critics and discussing the food with you was great. Let’s plan to make a similar trip next summer.
#6 Thank you for the vacation at the resort. I loved spending time together and relaxing. And the pool was amazing! And I appreciated that you treated me to dinner a few times. You are a very generous person.
#7 Thank you for taking us on vacation to The Hamptons and being our guide. We appreciate your vast knowledge of the area. The beaches were our favorite. We also enjoyed spending time together. We will treasure the memories made on this trip!
#8 Thank you for the wonderful trip. I absolutely loved the scenery in the upper peninsula. It made for a lovely long weekend, only a few hours away. Also, I appreciate your generosity. As you know, I don’t have lots of money. You are a true friend, and I’m thankful for you and the beautiful memories.
#9 Thank you for the great weekend away! It was the perfect break to get away from work for a few days. I loved our long chat while watching the sunset. I have so much gratitude for you and always enjoy going places with you. I look forward to seeing you soon.
#10 I had such a great time on our wonderful trip together to [Location]. Thank you for inviting me and using your hotel points. That saved both of us a lot of money, and I was grateful to be able to spend more doing activities. I am ready to plan the next trip!
#11 Thank you for the trip of a lifetime to Alaska! The northern lights are so beautiful, and I will never forget seeing them with my own eyes. I appreciate all the time you put into organizing our vacation. It was a great week, and I am grateful for our quality time together.
#12 Thank you so much for the amazing vacation. Pigeon Forge was fun, and I also enjoyed relaxing in the cabin. I had a wonderful time and hope we do another holiday together next summer.
#13 What a great trip! I had so much fun last week. The break from my regular routine was just wanted I needed. Thank you so much for organizing the perfect vacation to [Location]. We sure had some fun times on the beach. I am grateful we were able to spend the week together.
#14 Thank you for the much-needed vacation. You are the best husband ever. The three days at the spa were a wonderful treat! Thank you for taking charge of the kids so I could have some alone time to relax.
#15 Thank you for taking us on summer vacation! You are very generous parents. The kids, Bob, and I had a wonderful time with you [Location]. The house you rented was fabulous. The memories will last a lifetime. Susie made a little scrapbook with her favorite photos that she will show you soon.
Here are some quotes that will help you say thank you for a wonderful trip. You can add another sentence with a memory from the trip to make your thank you message feel personal and meaningful.
These messages will help you express gratitude to whoever has organized or arranged the vacation.
#1 Thank you for organizing the incredible trip we recently went on. Everything was fantastic, and we will never forget our trip to [location]. Your preparation made the vacation feel stress-free.
#2 You’re attention to detail was perfect for arranging our trip. Thank you for organizing and planning each day’s excursion. The entire week was a blast! I loved the food at [Restaurant Name] the most. I really appreciate you for finding the hidden gems that other tourists don’t know about.
#3 From the bottom of my heart, thank you for organizing a fantastic trip. I love you for making a plan in advance, so we were not trying to figure out what to do each day once we arrived at [Destination]. From the food to the shows, the entire vacation was excellent. I enjoyed every minute.
#4 Thank you for the wonderful vacation. I appreciate all the time and effort you put into arranging the reservations and choosing the activities. It made for a wonderful week!
#5 Thank you for arranging our vacation itinerary. We had a fantastic time. The activities at [Tourist Trap Name] were perfect for the kids. Also, we had an amazing time at [Theme Park Name].
#6 Thanks for the amazing trip! We had a wonderful vacation in Cuenca thanks to your excellent planning and organization.
#7 I am thankful for you and your ability to organize trips. We had an excellent vacation because of you. Thank you so much!
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