Low Cost Family Getaways

When you have a young family, money is often tight. But that doesn't mean that you can't take your family on a vacation. You can still spend some quality time together and have fun with a low budget. Of course, going abroad might not be an option for you, but you don't have to travel very far at all to have an enjoyable getaway.  Read on for some ideas for budget friendly and super fun staycation ideas for your family.

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Pretend To Be Tourists In Your Home Town Or City

You don’t even have to travel outside of your home town or city to have a staycation, so why not explore it as if it’s your first time there? Think of the local attractions that people love to visit. Do a quick Google search for activities in your area and spend a few days (or weeks, depending on your timeframe) exploring your home city. You’ll be surprised at how much of your town you haven’t seen! By visiting local attractions, you can keep an eye on how much you’re spending and only visit the ones that are within your budget. If your children are a little older and more adventurous, research and book local adventure packages, which often include kayak, canoe, tandem bike and boat rentals.

Rough It Up

If you’re looking for a vacation for the family that’s super budgeted, then why not consider roughing it? It’s a fantastic way of getting away from home for a couple of days and being at one with nature. Camping equipment doesn’t cost a lot. And once you have it, you’ll have the chance to jump in the car and spend a weekend away whenever you feel like it!

If you’re not crazy about the idea of camping, or perhaps your children are too small for it at the moment, then why not consider an RV park? You can rent one that’s already set up, or if you plan on towing your caravan there, you'll be able to take advantage of the amenities around you as well as what the resort offers. Many RV parks have facilities such as indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis, table tennis, clubhouses, children’s parks, lakes with pedal boats and much more. Signing yourself up to services such as Groupon will help you save even more money on your family holiday.

Go To A Concert

A fantastic way of turning something cool into a mini staycation is by going to a concert that is slightly out of town. Look online for band tickets at your chosen venue and turn it into a weekend away by booking a hotel and exploring this new location. Now all you need to decide is who you’re seeing and when! The great thing about this idea is that it can be done at any time of the year, as many times as you can afford, and you get the chance to see your favourite musicians playing!

Conclusion

I hope these ideas will help you find ways to build memories with your family that will last a lifetime. It's not about the money spent, it's about the time your family spends together.

This is a contributed post.