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17 Ways To Seize A Stay-Cation Spring Break

Your friends may be abroad, but at least you're well rested.

 Claire Gilmore
Mar 12, 2018
Texas A&M University
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17 Ways To Seize A Stay-Cation Spring Break
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If you’re like me and have spent many Spring Breaks asleep at home on the couch, you know the feeling when it’s the Sunday before returning to school and you realize you did nothing all week. You've seen all the pictures of people climbing mountains and being lazy on a beach, and although they looked like they were having fun, at least you're well rested. Here are some ideas to make sure your stay-cation Spring Break is one for the books.

1. Sit outside and read a book

Grab a towel, a hammock, a chair, whatever! Soak up the sunshine and get lost in a story.



2. Get brunch

Honestly y'all. What is better than brunch with friends?



3. Go to that cute coffee shop you've seen all over Instagram

Get some coffee, a snack, and don't forget to take a bunch of cute pictures!

4. Enjoy the flowers

Spring is here and I love seeing the flowers pop up everywhere. Take a drive or go for a walk, and enjoy the flowers while they are here!

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5. Learn calligraphy

One of my favorite things right now is all of the calligraphy people have been posting on Instagram and Pinterest. It's so easy to learn and can be used all over!

6. Go to the movies

It's so hard to find time to go see a new movie during the school week. Go check out that new flick you've been dying to see!

7. Take a road trip

You don't have to go far to check out a new place. Grab some family or friends and go check out a new place nearby.



8. Bake a cake

Or make that recipe you've been saving for so long but haven't gotten around to.

9. Workout

Or take a fun trendy workout class.



10. Write notes

To your coworkers, friends, siblings, whoever! They'll really appreciate the thought.

11. Have a spa day

It's been a long semester so far. You deserve it.



12. Binge your favorite Netflix show

Personally, I'll be finishing Hart of Dixie.

13. Volunteer!

You'll feel so great after, and those you help will be so appreciative.

14. Pet some dogs

Go to Petsmart or any place they sell dogs and have fun.



15. Go stargazing

If you're from the city like me, you might have to drive a few miles out to really see some stars, but I promise you it's so worth it. Download the app Puniverse for even more fun!

16. Take a walk or a hike

The weather is so nice this time of year. Get your outdoorsy on, and get some fresh air.

17. Go to a concert

Even if you don't know the artist, it's always fun to go and hear live music.

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