Staycation Ideas & Tips
Are you hampered by finances or the high price of gas this season? Here are some inspirational ideas for a stay-at-home vacation:
- Local Factory Tours: Is there a candy factory, brewery, boot manufacturer or even a branch of the government mint in your area? These can be great fun, very educational, and the food & beverage factories often give out free samples afterward!
- Historic & Government Building Tours: Do you live near a state capitol? If so, consider touring it and enjoy learning some U.S. history in the process. Did famous people live in your town at one time? Has their home been turned into a museum?
- Walking Tours: Many cities in the U.S. publish self-guided walking tours that will take you to interesting sites and teach you things you never knew about your own backyard.
- Be a Host: Host a student from abroad and experience the opportunity to see your home through their eyes.
- Books & Movies: Do you never seem to have the time to read a good book or just goof off and go to a movie in the middle of the day? Now’s your chance–seize it!
- The Zoo: When was the last time you went to the zoo? You don’t need children (but all the better if you have them) to visit the zoo. Go reconnect with the planet’s wild life.
- Sporting Events: HOT DOGS! GET YOUR COLD BEER HERE! How about a taking in an afternoon baseball game? It’s a slice of Americana.
- Farmer’s Markets: These can present a cornucopia of activities–not only can you enjoy the fruits of nature but often there is free entertainment.
- National & State Parks: If you are lucky enough to have a national or state park nearby then now’s your opportunity to visit it.
- Hanging Out: Is there a posh area in your town where there are outdoor cafes and chic boutique stores? Treat yourself to a coffee and people watch for a while.
- Take a Class: Have you always wanted to learn the art of wine tasting? Thai cooking? Candy making? Often times these are offered locally and require only an evening of your time.
- The Arts: Consider your local symphony, ballet or theater arts troupe.
- The Museum: Don’t forget local museums–the focus could be as broad as natural history or as focused as trains. The larger museums often have special exhibits as well (such as items brought up from the Titanic). Which museums have you not been to recently?
So go for a nature walk, ride your bike, relax and most of all–have fun!
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