Spring IS HERE! Maybe not quite yet in some places (like Ohio). But I don’t care!
It’s about time to alleviate the cabin fever because now we’re all itching to travel. Unfortunately, as with everything else travel expenses have gone up while our budgets have gone down.
But don’t fret! Why not try a STAYcation? You can still satisfy that need for peace and quiet or adventure without dropping tons of dough.
Here are some tips that will be sure to make your staycation as refreshing and invigorating as any vacation.
- Make the old new again.
Here in Toledo, Ohio we have a world-renowned museum and zoo, but I haven’t been to either since I was a child. Both are easy on the bank and attract people from all around the world, so I might check them out again. Remember that neat eatery you never got around to visiting? Now’s your chance. Since you ’re not shelling out money on travel expenses, you can afford to pamper yourself a little bit on activities! Remember, you don’t have to go somewhere new to do something new.
- Adopt a fresh outlook on your town.
If you have an open mind, you’ll be able to discover and enjoy things you never knew existed It’s common that residents of a town don’t have the time or impulse to see the sights and attractions that tourists hunt for. NOW IS THE TIME! DO IT!
- Go offline.
Turn off the phone and log off the computer. No matter what you’re doing if you keep your phone on you are still on-call. Let everyone know you’re taking a going offline. Even leave it in your voicemail greeting and automated email reply, so no one gets too worried. Because if you’re always being bugged it’ll seem like no vacation at all.
Those of you who know me know that this practically impossible for me to bring myself to do. But you would be amazed at how refreshing it is. And don’t cheat by checking everything with your smart phone!
The most important thing to realize is a vacation isn’t about location; it’s a state of mind. As long as you follow these tips and keep an open mind, your staycation will be as good, if not better, than any vacation you’ve ever been on!
From Lopez and everyone here at 8th Continent Soymilk we say: have fun!
Do you have any other tips for a staycation?
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- Spring Themed Coloring Pages for the Kiddies
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- Great Info on Springbreak 2010
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Travis