There’s No Place Like Home
Posted by Becky on 11 Aug 2008 | Tagged as: Local News, Quinte, Trish Belford, tips
With the price of gas skyrocketing, why not vacation closer to home this year. Going away can be stressful as you have to arrange for someone to collect your mail and look after your pets plus there’s the worry of your home’s security. Then when you return, there’s all that laundry and yard work waiting for you. Here are a few ideas to consider when vacationing around home:
- Contact the local tourist board and plan your trip as if you were visiting your area for the first time. This way, you’ll be able to see all the places you take for granted and say you’ll “get to one day”.
- Go to a restaurant you’ve never been to before. To save some cash, find out when specials such as “2 for 1″ and “kids eat free” are on and plan around the deals!
- Your local library should have maps of community trails. Pick one you’ve never been to before and enjoy a relaxing day outdoors.
- Visit an unfamiliar place an hour or so from home to experience a true getaway. If you really want to get into the spirit, book a night at a hotel – you’ll get a better deal if you go mid-week.
- Involve your kids by letting them pick a playground they’ve never visited before. Nearby amusement parks and local farms are also great fun!
Staying at home and seeing your area through the eyes of a tourist will give you a new appreciation of where you live and is often much more relaxing. By not having the stress that goes along with planning a vacation, you’ll be able to return to work relaxed and with more money in your wallet. Not only will you save on gas but you’ll also reduce your carbon footprint while supporting your local economy.
Source: http://www.realestateword.com/newsletter/
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