staycationing

Vacation without traveling

Staycationing is the practice of taking time off work while staying at home or in one's local area rather than traveling to a distant destination.

The term blends "stay" and "vacationing" to describe what became especially popular during economic downturns and travel restrictions.

We're staycationing this summer and exploring restaurants in our own city.

People who staycation often treat their hometown as tourists would, visiting local attractions they've long ignored.

home-comfort

cozy

Warm and snug

nestingMaking a dwelling
pajamasSleepwear set
binge-watchingRapid consecutive episode viewing

backyard · hammock · patio · garden · poolside · home-cooking · grilling

relaxation

unwind

Release accumulated tension

leisureFree time for relaxation
de-stressReduce mental tension
rechargeRestore electrical capacity

downtime · self-care · guilt-free · rest · rejuvenate · decompress · break · time-off · unplugged · peaceful

local-exploration

neighborhood

Residential area nearby

day-tripsSame-location departures and returns
museumsInstitutions preserving cultural artifacts
parksPublic recreation grounds

regional · discover · explore

budget

savings

Accumulated money kept

affordableReasonably priced
cost-effectiveGiving good return cheaply
budget-friendlyLow in cost

frugal · economical · low-cost · thrifty · discount · value

Opposites

travel distance

staycationinginternational travel

Movement between nations

globetrotting · jet-setting · touring · foreign travel · backpacking

adventure vs. comfort

staycationingexploring

Traveling to learn firsthand

expedition · trekking · backpacking · adventure travel · wanderlust

Family

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