Summer break is upon us, which for many of us means warm weather, hanging out at the pool or beach, spending time outdoors, having a cookout with friends and family, and of course, taking a summer vacation or road trip.
Swig Life Sea Spray Loopi Tote Bag & Assorted Drinkware (Tumbler, Skinny Can Cooler, Stemless Wine Cup)
We understand the importance of creating lifelong memories with your loved ones, and even though we’d all love a summer getaway, an elaborate vacation isn’t always in the cards. The rising costs of going on vacation are impacting families and individuals more than ever. Vacation costs add up quickly when you start to take into consideration the cost of transportation, lodging, food & drink, entertainment, attraction tickets, and souvenirs, to start. Luckily, there are ways you can plan an affordable summer vacation or enjoy local attractions to stay on budget.
1. Road Trip to the Nearest Beach, Lake, or National Park
Photo source: KOA
Photo Source: KOA
1. Road Trip to the Nearest Beach, Lake, or National Park
Wherever you live, chances are that there’s a beautiful beach, lake or national park within driving distance. So why not make a road trip out of it? First, determine what your final destination will be. From Virginia Beach to the Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls, the Adirondack Mountains, or anywhere else in between, there’s a trail or shore to explore! As a free bonus, look up some fun places you want to visit along the way. Some ideas could include an amusement park, a cool theater, scenic routes (think Historic Route 66 or Pacific Coast Highway), or other historical landmarks. If you have young children, you can even come up with trivia questions to keep them interested and help them learn about specific landmarks along the way.
One great thing about taking a road trip is it’s up to you how much money you want to spend, the two biggest expenses being lodging and transportation. You can make it a one-day or a week-long adventure - you choose what’s best!
Happy Camper Loopi Tote and
Packi Backpack Cooler
The Happy Camper Packi Backpack Cooler is a must-have for any day trip; just throw it on your shoulders and go! One great thing about taking a road trip is it’s up to you how much money you want to spend, the two biggest expenses being lodging and transportation. You can make it a one-day or a week-long adventure - you choose what’s best for you and your family!
Don’t know where to start? Luckily, there’s a good amount of resources available to help you find hiking trails near where you live, such as traillink.com, alltrails.com, and trails.com. No matter which activity you choose this summer, make sure you have all the supplies you need for some safe fun in the sun including sunscreen, bug spray, water, a first aid kit, and proper footwear.
The Happy Camper Packi Backpack Cooler is a must-have for any day trip; just throw it on your shoulders and go! One great thing about taking a road trip is it’s up to you how much money you want to spend, the two biggest expenses being lodging and transportation. You can make it a one-day or a week-long adventure - you choose what’s best for you and your family!
Don’t know where to start? Luckily, there’s a good amount of resources available to help you find hiking trails near where you live, such as traillink.com, alltrails.com, and trails.com. No matter which activity you choose this summer, make sure you have all the supplies you need for some safe fun in the sun including sunscreen, bug spray, water, a first aid kit, and proper footwear.
Happy Camper Loopi Tote and
Packi Backpack Cooler
Pro tip: Download the Roadtrippers app, which allows you to add all of the places you want to visit. The app then creates the ideal route covering all of your destinations.
2. Find a Local Festival
Photo Source: Attractions of America
Photo Source: Attractions of America
2. Find a Local Festival
No matter where in the States you reside, there’s either a festival near you during the summertime or an affordable weekend trip to a festival out of town. From local cultural & food festivals to music festivals and more well-known festivals such as New Orleans’ Mardi Gras Festival, there’s a festival for just about any interest or hobby!
Wanderlust Slingi Crossbody Cooler
Whichever festival you’re heading to, the Wanderlust Slingi Crossbody Cooler is the best companion - there’s even room for you to bring your Swig Stemless Wine Tumblers! Fitting 3 entire wine bottles with a convenient crossbody strap, you won’t want to leave home without it.
Don’t know where to start when it comes down to finding the perfect festival for you? Check out this list of 15 Festivals in America That You Need to Attend to Relish the Culture & Heritage. From Oregon to Virginia, there’s a festival near you just waiting to be explored.
Whichever festival you’re heading to, the Wanderlust Slingi Crossbody Cooler is the best companion - there’s even room for you to bring your Swig Stemless Wine Tumblers! Fitting 3 entire wine bottles with a convenient crossbody strap, you won’t want to leave home without it.
Don’t know where to start when it comes down to finding the perfect festival for you? Check out this list of 15 Festivals in America That You Need to Attend to Relish the Culture & Heritage. From Oregon to Virginia, there’s a festival near you just waiting to be explored.
Wanderlust Slingi Crossbody Cooler
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3. Backyard Camping
3. Backyard Camping
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Whether you’re on a strict budget or reliving your youth, backyard camping is one of the easiest summer activities to plan. The best part: you decide how much money you want to spend. From the traditional tent under the stars and smores night to an all-night outdoor extravaganza filled with a fire-cooked meal, outdoor games, constellation watching, and spooky stories by the campfire.
Delicious camping meals might include summer must-haves like hot dogs or burgers, corn on the cob, and fresh fruit like watermelon and fresh grapes. Swig Life’s Island Breeze Loopi Tote Bag is the perfect tote bag to load up and bring to the backyard with you when you don’t want to keep going in and out of the house for drinks, snacks, and more.
If you’re planning to make an entire evening out of your backyard camping, then you’ll want to plan some after-dinner activities. If you’re competitive in nature, a potato sack race is always fun. Water balloon fights are also a classic summer staple. As the evening winds down, prep your campfire for smores!
While your fire is getting nice and hot, you can have a campfire song sing-a-long, tell campfire stories or bring out the telescope or binoculars for some stargazing. You can even take backyard camping to the next level by inviting your neighbors and friends to join in the fun!
Island Breeze Loopi Tote Bag
4. Go on a Cruise!
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You might be thinking to yourself, “A cruise? Affordable?”, but believe it or not, cruises today are very affordable whether you’re booking for yourself, you & your family, or a weekend girls' getaway. From the Atlantic coast to the Pacific coast, there’s a cruise launching that is sure to fit in your budget. If you’ve never been on a cruise before, browse some of the 15 Best Affordable Cruises and see which ones align with your budget and interests.
Party Animal Flip + Sip Water Bottle (20oz)
Photo Source: Travel - U.S. News
4. Go on a Cruise!
You might be thinking to yourself, “A cruise? Affordable?”, but believe it or not, cruises today are very affordable whether you’re booking for yourself, you & your family, or a weekend girls' getaway. From the Atlantic coast to the Pacific coast, there’s a cruise launching that is sure to fit in your budget. If you’ve never been on a cruise before, browse some of the 15 Best Affordable Cruises and see which ones align with your budget and interests.
With non-stop activities on your cruise, you’re going to want to make sure you’re staying properly hydrated to avoid the risk of dehydration and fainting.
Our Party Animal Flip + Sip Water Bottle delivers 20oz of ice-cold hydration, keeping your drinks cold for 24+ hours.
From water and hydration to juices and mixed drinks, fill her up and enjoy your cruise activities from morning till night!
Party Animal Flip + Sip Water Bottle (20oz)
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5. Plan a Picnic in the Park!
At Swig Life, we’re all about living your BEST life. When’s the last time you visited your local farmer’s market (or grocery store) to prep for a picnic? Something so simple can bring so much joy, and the Summertime is the perfect time to relax + unwind from life’s daily tasks. Whether you’re planning a picnic with your significant other, family, or friends, choose from your favorite park, beach, or other picnic hot spot while enjoying a cool crisp beverage as the summer sun and breeze graze your skin.
Our Spot On Cooli Family Cooler makes for a convenient and stylish picnic “basket”. The largest in our line of Coolers + Bags, the Cooli has a 30-liter capacity holding 24-32 bottles and cans with ice, or 6-8 wine bottles with ice. Bonus: score more room in your Cooli and say goodbye to messy bags of ice with our new Swig Life Ice Packs (set of 2)!
Our ice packs will lay perfectly flat in your Cooli so that you can perfectly pack this cooler with fruit, beverages, sandwiches, cheese & crackers, dips, candies, and more!
Don’t forget to pack utensils and clean-up supplies such as trash bags, so you can leave your picnic spot as beautiful as you found it.
Spot On Cooli Family Cooler
5. Plan a Picnic in the Park!
Photo Source: Tidy Mom
At Swig Life, we’re all about living your BEST life. When’s the last time you visited your local farmer’s market (or grocery store) to prep for a picnic? Something so simple can bring so much joy, and the Summertime is the perfect time to relax + unwind from life’s daily tasks. Whether you’re planning a picnic with your significant other, family, or friends, choose from your favorite park, beach, or other picnic hot spot while enjoying a cool crisp beverage as the summer sun and breeze graze your skin.
Spot On Cooli Family Cooler
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