LIFESTYLE & TRAVELBUDGETING

5 Ideas for a Budget-Friendly Spring Break

Are you longing for adventure but not sure how to pay for it? Do you wish there was an affordable way to spend your spring break? Look no further! We have five budget-friendly ways you can get that much-needed change of scenery while keeping an eye on your wallet.  

Take a Staycation 

There is no time like the present to take a tour of your hometown. It’s a great way to support locally owned businesses and to get active within your community. There is so much to do, from local dining and take-out to shopping neighborhood stores. Give back to your community by checking out their website or Facebook page to see if there are volunteer events you can get involved with. It’s a great way to meet your neighbors and instill a sense of belonging within your community. 

Go Camping 

Tired of staring at the same four walls? Get out into nature by taking a camping trip at a local or in-state campground! If you don’t own a recreational vehicle, consider renting or borrowing one. If you’re renting an RV, be sure to look up reviews, research prices, and consider the size of your model’s living space and towing requirements. RV campers and cabins provide a cozy retreat from home. They also include private bathrooms, which limits the need for use of public facilities at campgrounds. Looking for some solitude in wide-open spaces? Camping can offer an array of fun activities including hiking, sledding, ice fishing, birdwatching and kayaking.  

Plan a Day Trip to Local Attractions 

Believe it or not, many New Yorkers have never been to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and many South Dakotans have never seen Mount Rushmore. Explore your state by taking a trip to local attractions. There are plenty of activities to choose from but be sure to inquire if you will need a reservation before you head out. Adventure awaits Michiganders at the luge track in Muskegon, biking and snowshoeing around Belle Isle State Park in Detroit, and paddling down the Sturgeon River in Wolverine. Endless possibilities are only a short drive away. So go experience a day filled with fun and exploration. 

Plan a Park Day 

Quite possibly the most affordable option for a change of scenery is to visit a local, metro, state, or national park. Parks offer the opportunity to explore nature trails, go hiking, disc golfing, fishing, and some spots provide stunning overlooks and historical sights. They not only offer an excuse to get active, but a park visit can restore the mind, relieve symptoms of anxiety and depression, and improve a person’s overall mood. Funds paid for park entry support local communities by investing in parks and recreation, which encourages social, physical, and educational well-being through experiences with nature. Look for a park near you to take advantage of these life-changing benefits while supporting local communities.  

Take a Virtual Tour 

For those who are best suited for the indoors, consider taking an online virtual tour. Many art and history museums are offering virtual tours as a way to fund their work while providing fun and educational events. Virtual tours also let people see inside museums they would otherwise not be able to visit due to the museum’s location. Institutions are delivering international cultural experiences for virtual visitors from the comfort and safety of their own homes. Search favorite or new-to-you museums today to see what events might be of interest to you as you explore the world from your couch.  

Don’t let your budget constrain your vacation dreams. Consider some of these affordable, fun ideas as you organize your spring break to venture out and interact with the world around you.