SheSpeaks Staycation Secrets: Your Guide to a Fun and Relaxing Home Holiday
Who says you need to travel far to have an unforgettable vacation? Whether you're looking to unwind, try new activities, or simply spend quality time with loved ones, we’ve got you covered. Here’s your ultimate guide to making the most of your staycation, complete with tips & tricks. Tell us below which staycation activities YOU want to try at home for a chance to win a $50 gift card - your choice of Target, Amazon or Visa!
Creating a Relaxing Atmosphere
The first step to a successful staycation is setting the mood. Turn your home into a relaxing retreat with these simple ideas:
- Declutter and Clean: Start by tidying up your space! A clean environment promotes relaxation and reduces stress.
- Candles and Aromatherapy: Use scented candles or essential oil diffusers to fill your home with calming scents like lavender or eucalyptus.
- Comfortable Spaces: Get some cozy throws, pillows, and blankets to create inviting lounging areas.
- Soft Lighting: Use fairy lights or soft lamps to create a warm and relaxing ambiance.
A staycation is the perfect time to pamper yourself. Here are some self-care activities to try:
- Home Spa Day: Treat yourself to a spa day at home with face masks, a bubble bath, and a DIY mani-pedi. Top it off with a refreshing drink in hand, such as The Original Donut Shop® Iced Refreshers K-Cup® Pods! Win your very own Keurig® Brewer and The Original Donut Shop® Iced Refreshers K-Cup® Pods HERE!
- Mindfulness and Meditation: Set aside time for meditation or yoga to relax your mind and body.
- Reading Nook: Create a cozy reading nook and dive into that book you’ve been meaning to read.
Keep the fun going with these entertainment ideas:
- Movie Marathon: Plan a movie marathon with your favorite films or series. You can even build a fort with the kids to make this even more memorable! Don’t forget the popcorn!
- Game Night: Organize a game night with board games, card games, or video games.
- Virtual Travel: Explore the world from your couch with virtual museum tours, online cooking classes, or virtual reality experiences.
What is your ideal Staycation? Which staycation activities do YOU want to try at home? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below for a chance to win a $50 gift card - your choice of Target, Amazon or Visa!
One lucky winner will be chosen at random to receive a $50 gift card - your choice of Target, Amazon or Visa. Giveaway is open to U.S. residents 18 years or older. Enter through 7/24. Winner will be chosen randomly and notified by email. Entrants must be a member of SheSpeaks. If you are not a member, click here to join.
Thanks to all who entered! Congrats to our winner SheSpeaks member jbreon.
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miriama59 | STEILACOOM, WAWe do movie marathons. Or streaming shows. Lots of popcorn breaks.
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taletreader | HICKORY, NCA bubble bath with a nice book (if you want), herbal tea, and light music that helps you feel happy and relaxed.
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SunnySideUp | Parkton, MDGame night sounds like so much fun!
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StephanieIVAragon1212 | Los Lunas, NMMy family takes a mattress from one of the kids rooms and put it in the living room. We order pizza, and get a bunch of snacks. Then we all hang out on the living room watching movies or playing games. When we do something like this, we will usually all sleep in the living room! It's so fun and the kids love it! We also make sure to put our phones away and spend some quality time with the kids!
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julescar74 | Aiken, SCI'd love to do a movie marathon or a game night. It would be great to do both but that would take an enormous slab of time. One game of Monopoly and it's all over but the crying (due to the time it takes to play it with four or more people). There would be no energy left for the movie marathon. My family would be snoozing in no time after a game night (or day) followed up by a movie marathon at night.
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jenniferrose777 | LAS VEGAS, NVI would love to try the virtual travel and explore the world especially the amazing animals that live in different countries. It would also be fun to choose a country and try to make a travel treat for that country.
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starzine | SN BERNRDNO, CACandles and Aromatherapy along with a movie marathon.
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Honeypie411 | Chandler, AZIndulging in self care !
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frankstuart73 | WACO, TXIt would be great to be able to just sit back watching moves and spoiling my cats even more than they are now.
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annikagrace | Lewis Center, OHGame night is very popular in my home. Honestly my husband and 2 sons all love to play video games and board games.
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JILLRK | EAST ROCKAWAY, NYself-care at home for sure!
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Char1984 | POPLARVILLE, MSEat takeout. Watch good TV shows and movies. Chill in bed
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amweeksinmd | OCEAN CITY, MDI have the longest Netflix to-watch list right now. I would LOVE to just sit & have a tv/movie marathon!
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jovanb1977 | Yulee, FLHome spa day for sure!
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Tinybunny | Scottsville, VAMy ideal staycation is curled up on the couch watching movies with my family.
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