So everyone but you and your family are off to some exciting destination for the holidays? Don’t despair. Here’s how to make the most of your staycation this year.
- Explore your neighbourhood
A staycation doesn’t have to be stagnant! Just because you aren’t travelling to a coastal town, it doesn’t mean you can’t travel at all. Find out what your home town has to offer and explore parks, sights and restaurants nearby. - Shopping with a twist
Don’t trawl the mall out of sheer boredom. Make the most of your local Christmas markets for delicious food and gift bargains. - Enjoy a reading binge
All those books you’ve been wanting to read but haven’t had time to? Now is the time to kick up your feet, switch off the television and escape with a good book. Browse our site for some great picks. - Clean your house from top to bottom
While you probably really don’t want to think about organising and scrubbing your house, think about the joy of starting fresh when school and work start again. Set up a timetable, break the job down into small tasks, offer rewards and get the family involved. - Plan a braai with friends and/or family
The key to a staycation is a relaxed braai with great food and drinks. You really don’t have to be on a great getaway to enjoy a great braai. What are you waiting for? Try some of our recipes and tips and light the fire! - Catch up with friends
That movie night you promised your bunch of girlfriends but never got around to? Now is the time to catch up on precious friendships. - Make your home beautiful
Set the mood for your staycation with simple changes to your home that don’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. Grab the latest copy of Good Housekeeping for tons of inspiration. - Unplug
While you are at home, it’s tempting to switch on the laptop and reply to e-mails. But you won’t truly catch a break if you don’t switch off. Set a time to forget about the laptop and your smartphone … and stick to it! - Get active
Don’t wait for the new year to get back on the exercising wagon. Make the most of your time off by incorporating active and outdoor activities into your days. Go for early-morning walks in nearby parks and neighbourhoods, and walk to the shops instead of driving. Or make the most of your pool at home to keep fit.
