While spring break means travel plans, there are other ways to enjoy the time off with your kids without spending much. Relax and enjoy your vacation this spring break with these awesome staycation ideas.
Just because you are not on a plane doesn't mean you're not fully enjoying your spring break. Whatever your reasons for staying home, saving up or just choosing the comforts of your home, the whole family including the kids can still unwind and enjoy the time off. Taken from Parenting.com, Adventure and Bustle, check out these cool staycation ideas for spring break:
1. Connect With Nature And Do Some Backyard Camping
Leave all your gadgets behind and set up a tent, arrange sleeping bags and lawn chairs, and create a good camping fire where you can tell ghost stories to your children. Fire up the grill and have some cook out. Create some board games or play flashlight tag when the night sets in. If this can't be done in your own backyard, check out the nearest state park where you can enjoy fishing, swimming, horseback riding and playgrounds.
2. Try Out A New Food Or Make Every Meal A Treat
Of course, a vacation wouldn't be complete without trying something amazing. This is the perfect time to splurge on that new restaurant and order the fancy mocktails for the kids and that sinful dessert for yourself.
You can still try something new within the comforts of your home. Make sure to incorporate something special in every meal. Make meals that your kids and yourself can look forward to.
3. Join Community Arts And Crafts Activities
Use this time off to get creative. Explore community colleges, art centers, and local organizations and check for pay-as-you-go art classes. As a family, try your hand at painting, making pottery, or taking photographs. Any of these activities will definitely create sweet memories, and you end up with cool handmade mementos too. A
If you'd rather do this inside the comforts of your home, simply grab some art supplies and let your children explore their artistic side. You may also let your artistic side run wild. The good thing about this, no one can judge you for your efforts.
4. Plan A Movie Marathon
Transform the TV room into a plush movie theater. Throw in some pillows, bean bags, and extra blankets to keep the whole family warm and cozy. Complete the experience with a menu of theater treats; hot dogs, nachos, shakes, and hot buttery popcorn. You may turn this into a daytime party and invite some of the neighborhood kids to join. Check out "20 Best Movies for Families" list for your movie options.
5. Plan A Video Game Olympics
If you have a video game system and the weather seemed uncooperative, host a "video games Olympics." Choose video games that are short so kids won't get bored. Games like bowling, ski jumping and tennis are highly recommended.
If you want to make it a real competition, prepare some prizes for the winners. Make it even more fun by inviting the kids from your neighborhood and set up "fueling stations" complete with refreshing drinks, protein bars and fruit.
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