My Warm Sunny and Frugal Family Vacation

“I only wished I owned a Nissan Quest”
~ My Husband ~

How I took my family on vacation with very little money….

2012 Nissan Quest

1. To save money, we decided not to go to Sanibel Island, Florida this year.

2. I told my mom we were not going to Florida.

3. My parents wanted us to stay with them in Florida and offered to give us enough Delta miles for 4 free tickets (thanks mom).

4. Contacted Nissan about test driving a Nissan Quest during our vacation (thanks Nissan).

5. Looked up how many Marriott points I had for a hotel room (thank Marriott).

6. Instead of staying on Sanibel Island this year, I used my Marriott points for the Residence Inn, just minutes from Sanibel Island.

Thank You Nissan!

I agree with Jamie, over at Blonde Mom Blog, that the Quest was designed with families in mind. It was crazy spacious inside, just enough room for everyone to have their personal space when we drove to and from the ocean and when we drove across Alligator Alley from Fort Lauderdale to Sanibel Island and back.

2012 Nissan Quest

I wish I could tell you about the Nissan Quest’s 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 engine, it’s continuously variable valve timing control system, it’s double-tipped iridium spark plugs, it’s independent strut-type suspension, and it’s electronic drive-by-wire throttle…but who are we kidding. I have no idea what any of that means.

What My Husband and I Loved About the Nissan Quest…

  1. The one-touch power sliding doors with auto-reverse feature
  2. The blind spot warning system
  3. The push button ignition
  4. The rear storage well (perfect for all of our fishing gear)
  5. The DVD entertainment system (perfect for kids during our drive from the Atlantic to the Gulf)
  6. Good pick up…to get us far away from the sharks we saw off the beach on Sanibel Island.

Sanibel Island Florida SharksOverall, the Nissan Quest is a great family vacation vehicle. It’s truly a luxury minivan, perfect for any outdoor family vacation.

2012 Nissan Quest

By Stacey Hoffer

Stacey Hoffer is an ICF-certified mental health and emotional wellness coach, ancient feminine wisdom mentor, and upcoming author, who is powerful guide for cultivating deep inner peace. With a client list that includes Fortune 500 companies, the NFL, and women from all over the world, Stacey seamlessly blends evidence-based practices with ancient wisdom to deliver unparalleled transformations. Known for her comforting approach, Stacey helps her clients navigate life’s inevitable challenges while reconnecting to their inner strength and calm. Her work goes beyond surface solutions — she offers practical tools and soul-deep insights that empower individuals to live in alignment with their authentic selves. Stacey’s passion lies in guiding her clients back to their truest selves. Her message is clear: inner peace isn’t just attainable — it’s the foundation for a more joyful, empowered life. And it's a conscious, intentional, life long practice. Stacey believes If every person on this planet embodied self love and inner peace, we could achieve world peace.

2 comments

  1. Thanks for linking to my review of the Nissan Quest! We loved test driving it over summer vacation last year.

    p.s. haven’t been to Sanibel Island but I hear great things about it! I signed up for Marriott rewards last year as we usually stay at Marriott properties during my daughter’s travel soccer season. The points really do start to add up!

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