Embracing the Summer Staycation: Vacation Things to Do Right Here in Greenville, SC
Are you changing your vacation plans due to high gas costs and the expense of, well, everything? If you’re thinking about trying a stay-cation in the Upstate, SC area, you’ve come to the right spot. At Kidding Around we know a lot about local family fun, and we’ve even tried out the staycation idea already this summer. So, take that week off, or plan that long weekend. We promise, you can have a vacation experience and still sleep in your bed every night.
What is a Staycation?
Mix “stay” and “vacation” and you have “staycation.” Plan to do vacation-like things, while staying at home. Maybe this means eating out, maybe it means just a week off of work and enjoying the outdoors, maybe it means doing a few of those fun family things to do that have been on your list for awhile. Either way, it can be just a relaxing, if not more, than a traditional vacation.
Staycation Pros: Why you should try a staycation this year
Save gas money! No road trips are required to arrive at your destination.
No packing and no loading the car with what feels like half your house.
No pet sitter or house sitter is required, which can save you more money.
You won’t hear “Are we there yet?” 100 times. Ok, maybe we can’t promise that.
No money spent on lodging.
Sleep in your own bed. I don’t know about you, but while I love to travel, I miss my bed.
For cheaper or free options, consider:
Paint your own pottery studios like Color Clay Cafe
Get crafty and get lunch at the same time at TRee House Cafe and Art Studio
Make FREE kids crafts monthly at JC Penney, and complete kids workshop kits at Lowes and free kids projects at Home Depot. Events are available monthly.
Don’t forget library summer reading events. They cover so many topics from animals to arts and crafts and history. They are a really great way to get out of the house, do something fun together and keep the money in your wallet.
