Imagine traveling in a blissed-out haze of smoke? Or having edibles served for breakfast at your hotel? That’s the promise of a weed vacation, a growing segment of tourism dedicated to supporting cannabis-friendly accommodation, tours, and experiences.
What exactly is a 420 vacation? Depending on the local regulations, it can look quite different from one region to the next. But at the very least, a 420 trip should create a safe space to enjoy your medicine and offer information on local dispensaries, tours, and activities.
But that’s just the start. Many destinations are taking this type of tourism to entirely new levels. From California to Jamaica, you’ll find all-inclusive cannabis resorts offering open weed bars, infused meals, and free vaporizers along with every booking.
What are the most 420-friendly places in the US?
Where is 420 friendly? With more than 18 states and counting supporting adult-use recreational cannabis, the market for this type of travel is rapidly expanding.
At the time of writing, the states with the biggest 420 hotel footprint are still California and Colorado, two of the states with the longest history of legalization.
Before booking anywhere, double-check the state and municipal regulations on the accommodation, transportation, and tour rules. Unfortunately, not every hotel offering 420 rooms is in a legal state.
So, where should you go on your next 420 vacation?
The best weed vacations start right in the USA. Check out the West Coast, from Los Angeles to Nevada to Northern California, for accommodations and experiences catering to the cannabis lifestyle. Colorado is another state with big stoner vibes, supporting all things green.
What if you want to leave your home country? If you seek a safe space to imbibe in the green on an international trip, stick with Jamaica. It’s arguably the only country in the world with cannabis baked into the local culture.
Ask yourself as you explore the growing number of 420 listings, “Where do the stoners live?” Chances are, you’ll have a good time on your 420 trips if you follow the stoners.
Weed vacations: the future of cannabis tourism in the US
Cannabis tourism in the US will genuinely take off only once federal legislation goes through. The country is at a tipping point, and, likely, changes to the Controlled Substances Act are not that far off.
At the start of 2022, several bills were heading through government houses, with bipartisan support and widespread societal support for the legalization of weed.
Once the federal government makes it easier to operate a weed-focused business like a hotel or resort, the US will see a boom in cannabis vacation
