Staycation – Inspiration for a Vacation at Home

Italy? Spain? France? Or maybe the Maldives after all? Every year, the same question comes up: where to go on vacation? We’d like to finally relax completely again, leave everyday life behind, and focus only on things that fulfill us and bring us joy. Sounds good. But we don’t necessarily have to travel far to do that. “Staycation”—a portmanteau of “stay” and “vacation”—is the name of the new trend. In the past , people might have asked if you were taking a “balcony vacation.” Today, however, it’s not necessarily a tight vacation budget that’s to blame. Those who opt for a staycation are consciously taking time off to spend it at home and treat themselves to the greatest luxury of all: plenty of time. Boredom? That certainly won’t be an issue. After all, there are so many things that are good for us and our bodies—things we’ve always wanted to do. Things that let us truly unwind. Exercise, for example. Or simply sleeping in. And in our own bed, no less. When sleeping in unfamiliar surroundings, our brains often don’t fully shut down so we can react quickly in case of a nasty surprise in an unfamiliar environment. That’s one reason why we often start the day feeling less refreshed when traveling. So if you decide to take a staycation, you can really take the time to sleep, try out new routines, and get really comfortable at home on the BLACKROLL® RECOVERY PILLOW.

Wellness at Home

For example, when was the last time you treated yourself to a relaxing (facial) massage (e.g., with the BLACKROLL® MICRO or NEEDLEROLLER) or a leisurely wellness day in the bathroom to unwind? And how long has it been since you enjoyed doing absolutely nothing in a lounge chair on the balcony, without a single upcoming appointment on your mind? If you decide to take a staycation, you’ll have plenty of time for exactly that. The goal is to treat yourself. Does exploring your surroundings, taking trips to the nearby nature park, enjoying a leisurely breakfast at your favorite café, doing a gentle yoga session, or finally establishing a new fascia routine make you happy? Perfect. That’s exactly what makes a staycation special. After all, you have all your tools right at home, and you can not only expand your knowledge of fitness, recovery, and health, but also get inspired by new workouts, self-massage exercises, or training plans via the BLACKROLL® app or the BLACKROLL® YouTube channel.

The Benefits of a Staycation

There are plenty of benefits to a staycation—that much is certain. While others are stressed out planning their vacations—finding deals, searching for hotels, packing their bags—you can sit back, relax, and simply enjoy the moment. Or finally take the time to get to know your own city or region. Because the fact is, amid the stress of everyday life, we often don’t even notice what’s right in our own backyard. It’s high time to catch up on that. A staycation gives us the chance to do just that. And it’s sustainable, too. After all, by vacationing at home, we also save on the flight or drive to our destination.

Day Trips and More

Nowadays, even (luxury) hotels—especially in major cities—offer special staycation packages where guests can take full advantage of all the amenities: the pool, spa treatments, the gym, a trip to the hair salon, or perhaps a four-course candlelit dinner? The main thing is that you’re truly relaxed and can enjoy your vacation. And your own home? It’s usually just a few streets away.

So: Why not just stay home for your vacation?