Where there’s a will, there’s a way.

Despite 2020 having become a horrible time in history thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, people are still taking every opportunity to use this time at home and put it to better use.

Especially for those who had well-deserved vacations planned and time off, they’re turning to the idea of staycations as the best way to enjoy peace at home, without spending a small fortune, or putting themselves at risk of catching the virus!

How Do You Plan a Staycation?

Simple, you stay home and make a plan for everything you’d want.

There are no meet-ups and no errands that need to be done. A staycation requires you to have a clear schedule, a constant stream of shows you need to catch up on Netflix, your favorite food, your favorite books, and some gorgeous bikinis so you can spend your time by the pool!

How to Create a Fun Staycation

You may scoff at the idea in the beginning, though. How can a person plan a vacation at home when getting out of home and away was the whole point!

The truth here is though that staying at home is not as difficult or useless as you think. It’s your private spot, your personal Eden. Your kingdom, to be exact! And for such a place, it’s effortless to turn it into the perfect vacation destination if you employ the right methods.

– Cook Your Favorite Meal

Always wanted to cook pasta like your favorite Italian chefs? Try your hand at it.

Forget cooking something that the whole family will like. Focus on yourself for now. As adults, we’re so used to doing things quickly, and practically, we sometimes forget that we’re supposed to give ourselves some love as well. Use this opportunity to cook what you want, and use this time to gain peace. And rope in the whole family to help. Cooking for many is a meditative practice. Try your hand at it.

– Give Yourself Some Off Time

Have an old pool in the backyard that hasn’t been fixed yet? Get in touch with professional pool contractors in Sterling, VA, and have it repaired. Use this time to give yourself some away time.

For some time during the day, make your backyard your area. Meditate, swim, or take in your surroundings—the birds chirping and the water lapping against the wall. Give your brain the chance to rest. Practice deep breathing exercises and relax your shoulders. You’ll find yourself getting sleepy from all this relaxation.

– Plan Self-Care Days

Self-care is an all-encompassing practice for the mind, body, and soul. Disconnect the Wi-Fi and get back to those days when we didn’t depend on our devices for every little thing. Take a long bath and stretch your body and joints so that they can get some strength back.

Snuggle in bed with the kids. And take time out to have some *special bonding time* with your beloved. Talk about your problems, or talk the day away, conversing about your favorite things.

Surround yourself with positivity!

A Message from Perfect Pools

This summer, Perfect Pools has been hard at work, designing pools and making renovations for homeowners in Sterling, VA.

And for us, it’s a comfort to see that our customers are making the best of this situation. So, that’s what we’d recommend to everyone out there too. Plan a staycation yourself and rest. The world may be going through some uncertain times at present. But you worrying won’t fix it. Focus on yourself. And call your professional pool builders if you need any help with your pool.

We’d be more than happy to make your staycation a happy one!