IDEAS FOR A STAY-CATION

As much as I'd love to travel all over like those trendy people on IG and tumblr, the reality of my summer is mostly just staying in and going out just for work and to eat yummy food. My family goes to Canada every two summers but as far as summer plans, that's about it. This summer is our 'stay at home' summer and while I love staying at home to avoid the blazing sun, it's nice to get out of the house. I know that it's the middle of summer now and this should have gone up at the beginning but these ideas are good for any time of year and you can even make a list of things to do throughout the year.

Explore your city: If you live outside of the city, make going into the city a trip and go to places you haven't been before. Even if you live in the city, there's always new places to go to and discover.

- Food - Apps/websites like Yelp and Urban Spoon let's you search for restaurants in a specific area, gives you reviews from customers, and details like how expensive the food is, their hours and contact information. 

- Museums/Galleries - You can also use Yelp for museums and galleries. Most museums have days where they have free admission or offer student discounts. You can also find art galleries with free admission, which are an awesome way to see and support local artists.

- Parks - Go old school and have a picnic with your friends. Or look up and see if a park near you has any events going on, like a fair or a free concert.

- Shows - If you're a fan of theatre, look into what shows are showing at a city near you. Or if your favorite band/artist is coming to town, take the plunge and buy those tickets. 

Volunteer: This gets you out of the house and it's for a good cause. If you like working with animals, look up animal shelters in your area. Or if you like working with kids, see if there's a children's center or recreational center nearby. Even if they don't advertise it, if there's an organization or establishment you're interested in, ask them if they need volunteers. They'll almost never turn down free workers.

Treat Yo Self: Get the feeling of being at a luxurious resort and go to a spa. Or go on a shopping trip and go around town in an outfit that makes you feel good. Vacations are meant to make you relax and feel good, and little things like a facial or a new pair of shoes can make you feel just that.

Those are just a few ideas you can do if you're having a stay-cation. What are you guys doing this summer?

iscelle robee