Where will you go for Mother’s Day?

Why send mom some flowers in a vase, when you could take her to see exotic flowers growing in the wild? Skip the stuffed animals and plan an itinerary that includes a stop to see adorable wildlife. Don’t send her a card with a picture of a tropical beach — book a plane and take her there yourself! We’re ready to get you started brainstorming your Mother’s Day getaway. These creative destinations will make you her favorite for the rest of the year.

1. Manatees in Peru – Iquitos, Peru

Manatees have a special place in animal lover’s hearts. They are gentle, easy to approach, and consequently increasingly rare. But you can still see them in the portion of the Amazon River that flows through Peru’s Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. There’s also the…