11 Ways To Spice Up Your 2015 Summer Vacation At Home

Summer, for most people, is the perfect excuse to go on an out-of-town trip with your friends or go abroad with the family to the cooler parts of the globe. However, summer might mean spending money that you cannot afford at the moment, especially for those who are saving up money for a home downpayment, or have allocated a chunk of their income to making amortizations on their new home.

Say hello to summer this year with these budget-friendly activities:

By yourself or with a significant other

1. You can try some relaxing yoga positions by yourself or with a partner at your local swimming pool. 2. Unleash your inner pop star and sign up for a hip-hop/zumba class offered by your local barangay or condo association. 3. Be the next Wattpad sensation and turn your current lovelife (or the lack of it) into a #hugotpamore novelette at a nearby park.

With your group of friends

4. Soundproof your living room (or bribe your neighbors and security with “So sorry” treats) before throwing an epic house party. 5. Watch your friends transform into competitive monsters or clueless Cher Horowitzs by opting for a quiz night. 6. Take a trip down memory lane by hosting an Atari classic game tournament. 7. Take advantage of any open space or playing field in your area by installing a giant Slip and Slide.

With your community

8. Check your neighborhood’s schedule for outdoor movie nights. 9. Organize a block party for a social cause. 10. Watch out for that next (free!) music festival at your local park.

And if you’re feeling very adventurous

11. Participate in your local barangay’s “Amazing Race.”

Just be careful though.

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