1. Go to a lake or the beach.
The best way to detox after a long year is to spend a few days in the sun and in water. Take some friends or a significant other for a weekend trip to a lake or a beach and soak up some sun, returning home with a nice tan and stress-free mind.
2. Try a new restaurant.
There are so many restaurants that people talk about throughout the school year. The summer time is the best time to test out those restaurants. You’re able to sit outside and enjoy the outdoors while eating some great food.
3. Go hiking.
Want to maintain that beach bod without going to the gym? Look up great hiking spots in your area and spend the day outdoors. Some spots contain rivers where you can cool off after the hike, which is the best feeling after sweating the whole time. Also get a great photo at the top of the hike.
4. Go to a concert or music festival.
After a long week of commuting to and from your office, spend your Saturday surrounded by music lovers and happiness by attending a concert. Even if you don’t know all of the songs the performer sings, just being in the “music festival” atmosphere will be worth it.
5. Go on a road trip.
6. Go to a professional baseball game.
Even if you don’t like baseball, attending a game and trying to understand the logistics behind it is a great way to unwind during the week. Baseball fans are very passionate about the sport and who could complain about nice weather and beer while watching a game?
7. Go mini golfing.
Suggest to your family to go on a mini golf adventure and show off your putting skills. You’ll have a great time with your family and can brag to them about how good you are at golf.
8. Host a barbecue.
Invite all of your friends over for some corn hole, hot dogs, and hamburgers on a nice afternoon in the sun. Bond with your friends while drinking beers and engaging in some friendly competition.
9. Go to a zoo or a national park.
Go see some adorable animals with a significant other on a beautiful summer day. During the school year, you’re not able to travel into the city to go to the zoo or a national park, so use your free time to “ooh” and “ah” over the cute animals.
10. Travel to visit extended family.
The summer time is a great time to catch up with family members who do not necessarily live close to you. In the summer, your family can plan a few days to bond and play games together in order to reconnect in the sun.
11. Attend or run in a marathon.
Whether its supporting a friend who is running or you running yourself, attending a marathon in your area is a great way to spend your morning. Starting the day off in the sun will make your day positive and enlightening regardless of if you run in the marathon or just watch.
12. Go to an amusement park.
Spend the day or the weekend riding roller coasters and eating cotton candy on a nice, sunny day. Whether it’s a water or amusement park, everyone will have a good time.
13. Go on a camping trip.
There is no better way to “be one with nature” than to spend the night outdoors staring at the stars. Whether you take friends or a significant other, everyone will be able to connect with the great outdoors.
14. Go fishing.
Drive a boat out into the open water and go fishing. Eat some very fresh seafood or throw the fish back into the water, but this activity will be fun for all ages.
15. Spend as much time with your friends and loved ones.
When you’re at school during the year, you’re unable to see your friends back home as often as you like. Spend your summer reconnecting with your friends from home and with the people who has supported you for forever. You’ll have an amazing summer.
