Summer is almost here, and that means many families are planning vacations. The only problem is that getting there’s not a lot of money to spend on a trip. Instead of sitting at home and doing nothing, why not plan a staycation? Here are some things you need to know about this vacation option.
Understanding the Concept
A stayation is simply another name for a home-based vacation. The goal is to plan outings that will not take the family more than a couple of hours away from home. That makes it easy to see and do quite a bit, and still get back home each night. Thanks to this approach, it’s possible to do something different and not have a lot of credit card debt to pay over the next several months.
No Hotel Bills
One of the great things about staycations is the ability to avoid most of the expenses associated with a traditional vacation. Think of how much money it takes to stay in a nice hotel for a week or two. Since the staycation approach involves returning home each night, there is no need to pay for lodgings. That frees up more income to rent those jet skis at the lake, or spend a day at the amusement park a couple of hours away.
Finding Free Things to Do
Most people have no idea how many free things there are to do around town and the surrounding cities. It’s possible to attend free concerts, explore different historical sites, and maybe even find a new place to go swimming or fishing. Most municipalities operate websites that provide information about what sort of amusements are available, making it easy to come up with a list of things to do.
No Worries About Leaving Things at Home
It’s easy to go on a vacation, only to find that something essential was left at home. With this approach to summer fun, this type of thing is never a problem. Turning around and retrieving the item will not be that difficult. If it’s possible to get by without it for a day, the item can always be packed that night in anticipation of the following day’s outing.
Since summer is nearly here, start making plans for the staycation now. With the right mix of activities and relaxation, it’ll be easy to return to work feeling rested and refreshed.
