Merry Staycation and Happy New You!|Merry Staycation and Happy New You!
Window shop
The holidays are all about shopping for the perfect gift. While actually buying things is great, it can be just as much fun to window shop through town and admire all the gorgeous holiday displays. Check out local shops you might not normally visit, and get to know all the offerings in your own town that aren't a part of a major national chain. You might find a special trinket and develop new relationships that can last all year.
Go on a family holiday scavenger hunt
Scavenger hunts are easy, fun ways to get out of the house and see something new. Grab your coats and head outdoors with a list of new places to find on your holiday mission. That way, you'll have the fun of playing a game while also exploring your town like a tourist. You can even make it a challenge by breaking into separate teams! Make sure to include a stop at the local coffee shop for a warm treat!
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Scavenger hunts are easy, fun ways to get out of the house and see something new. Grab your coats and head outdoors with a list of new places to find on your holiday mission. That way, you'll have the fun of playing a game while also exploring your town like a tourist. You can even make it a challenge by breaking into separate teams! Make sure to include a stop at the local coffee shop for a warm treat!
Throw a dollar-store holiday party|Throw a dollar-store holiday party
Set a $50 budget and go crazy shopping at your local dollar store for everything you need to throw a Pinterest-worthy holiday party. Keep it intimate with just the family or invite friends over for a potluck to show off your newly purchased mock-mistletoe and floating candles. Turn your home into another space with a minimal budget and major holiday spirit, making it truly feel like you're on vacation.
Tour the Christmas fun in your town
Who says you need to leave town to go on a road trip? This holiday staycation, load the kids in the car and cruise your local streets with one destination in mind: the North Pole (just kidding!). Stop at popular streets for live music and hot cocoa, stand on the (hopefully) snow-covered sidewalks to listen to carolers croon and, at nighttime, drive through the most decorated neighborhoods to view the best Christmas light displays in your city.
Splurge on a hotel stay
Instead of spending money to drive or fly out of town this season, use your holiday travel budget to stay close and upgrade your accommodations. Picture being able to relax at an indoor pool and hot tub while it's chilly outside, or ordering room service instead of worrying about cooking. Look for hotels where breakfast is included so you can sleep in and not fret about feeding your littles.
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Instead of spending money to drive or fly out of town this season, use your holiday travel budget to stay close and upgrade your accommodations. Picture being able to relax at an indoor pool and hot tub while it's chilly outside, or ordering room service instead of worrying about cooking. Look for hotels where breakfast is included so you can sleep in and not fret about feeding your littles.
Sleep in like you're Santa on December 26|Sleep in like you're Santa on December 26
Don't you think Santa needs a break after delivering all of those presents? Since technically you are the head member of #TeamSanta in your household, you're entitled to a nice, long rest during the holiday season. Take the opportunity to catch up on some much-needed Santa-snoozing (like a true tourist) and show how a little extra sleep can bring some much-needed good cheer.
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Don't you think Santa needs a break after delivering all of those presents? Since technically you are the head member of #TeamSanta in your household, you're entitled to a nice, long rest during the holiday season. Take the opportunity to catch up on some much-needed Santa-snoozing (like a true tourist) and show how a little extra sleep can bring some much-needed good cheer.
