Missing your summer vacation? With everything that’s going on, it’s not just easier and more affordable to stay home – it’s safer too. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get some well-deserved rest and relaxation! Here are some tips to plan a perfect staycation, from our team of real estate professionals (we can sell your house privately!)
Prepare in Advance
What’s one of the best things about being on vacation? If you’re like me, it’s about not having to do all those chores! Once you settle on a weekend or long weekend for your staycation, plan in advance to have all those tiring chores out of the way. Wash your bedding and clothing, dust the house, vacuum, and tick off all the urgent tasks on your to-do list – the rest can wait until the next week. If you really want to treat yourself, take some of the money you would be spending on a vacation and call in a house cleaning service to take care of it all for you. Your home will have that lovely, fresh hotel feel and you won’t need to lift a finger!
Stock Up on Treats
Take some time to think about what you most love about going on vacation that you could recreate at home, then shop (online or in store) to stock up on goodies. Pick projects that are budget-friendly and won’t take up too much of your time. Some ideas to consider include:
- Exotic cocktails
- Lazing in a hammock or beautiful outdoor patio space
- Reading a new best seller by the pool
- Relaxing in a perfumed bath surrounded by candles
- Playing outdoor games with the kids
- Specific foods like BBQ, prime quality steaks, fancy appetizers and luxury chocolates
- Wines from your favorite location
Unless having a BBQ or cooking a fancy meal is part of your dream vacation, consider getting a catered menu for the weekend where food can be delivered from your favorite restaurants. Look for some creative options that restaurants have developed in recent months, like luxury picnics, tasting menus and delectable desserts all to go. Some restaurants are even offering services where the chef comes to you!
Set Up Your Space
After all the cleaning has been taken care of, start setting up your staycation spaces. Try and recreate looks you love from vacations you’ve been on or ones you’d love to go on.
For example, you can create a tropical-inspired patio space with loungers, lush potted plants, fairy lights and a pretty shade canopy. You can transform your bathroom into a spa with aromatherapy oils, scented candles, luxury bath products and lotions, and new, fluffy gowns and slippers. You can get creative with your backyard and set up a hotel beach bar, a firepit where you can sit outside and enjoy the start, or a luxury poolside lounge.
You can spend as much or as little as you want to (remember, you are saving by not going on an actual vacation!) and you can use furniture and décor from the rest of your home to bring your creative staycation vision to life!
Plan Fun-Filled Tourist Activities
Just because it’s a staycation doesn’t mean you have to stay home the whole time! There are plenty of safe activities to indulge in by yourself or with your family that are all nearby. Make a list of things you’ve been meaning to do but haven’t had the time, and try step out of your comfort zone the way you would on vacation. Some examples include:
- Kayaking or canoeing
- Hiking and nature walks
- Trying new restaurants
- Adrenaline-filled adventure sports
- Fishing in the countryside
This is a great way to get out of your usual routine and really enjoy your local sights, so enjoy being a tourist for a weekend!
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