Looking for an inexpensive vacation?? Want to just get away from it all?? Tired of being treated like cattle at traditional airports? Then it’s time to take a mini vacation! Here’s how… in just 10 easy steps!
Step 1: Pack your bags!! — This is crucial to that feeling of leaving it all behind, and it’s fun to pack all the “essentials”.
Don’t forget your sunglasses!!
Step 2: Hop on a Flight! — Real airports are soooo over-rated. What you really want is quality service right in your own living room. Look at all that legroom! Umm… nevermind the sleeping pilot.
Step 3: Play Travel Games! — Fun, fun, fun!
Step 4: Soak Up Some Sun! — Ah yes, the warmth of a sunny day at the beach… Can you feel your stress just melting away??
Step 5: Go for a Swing in the Hammock! — Or just take a nap… whichever you prefer.
Step 6: Mail Out Postcards! — Show friends and family that you’re thinking of them during your far away travels.
Step 7: Take a Dip in the Ocean! — You did pack your swim suit, didn’t you? If not, go back and repeat step 1.
Step 8: Treat Yourself to Some Candy! — I’m pretty sure Clara thinks this is what vacation is all about.
Step 9: Go See a Movie — Head over to the nearest second-run theater and see whatever is playing. Be spontaneous! Popcorn is a must!
Step 10: Take the Train Home — Now that you’re feeling relaxed and refreshed, it’s time to head home.
Buh-bye!!!
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February 24th, 2011 on 1:24 pm
This is so cute!
February 26th, 2011 on 2:31 pm
Thank you, Phyllis!! Lots of room to sneak in learning w/this — have fun!
February 24th, 2011 on 1:54 pm
What a wonderful vacation! =)
February 26th, 2011 on 2:31 pm
I feel better already!
February 24th, 2011 on 2:07 pm
This is hilarious and so fun, Valerie!! You’ll have to write a few travelocity reviews to wrap it all up
your daughters hit the parent jackpot with you and mark!!
February 26th, 2011 on 2:32 pm
LOL — Thank you so much, Rachelle! Your comments always make me smile!
February 24th, 2011 on 2:17 pm
That is one fun-filled vacation!
February 26th, 2011 on 2:32 pm
Ha!! The action never stops in this house! lol
February 24th, 2011 on 3:07 pm
Love it! Bikini and all!! What a trip! : )
February 26th, 2011 on 2:33 pm
It’s not a vacation without a bikini, right?? lol Have fun! xoxo
February 24th, 2011 on 4:40 pm
I love it! We did the take a dip in the ocean a while back. . .inspired!
February 26th, 2011 on 2:33 pm
Yay!!! I”m so happy you guys got to enjoy the ocean!
February 24th, 2011 on 5:16 pm
LOVE all of these. We just made a fun pretend campfire today and tomorrow I think we’ll pack our bags and pretend to go on the airplane! Great idea. I about died when I saw your darling vintage suitcase. I have one of those for sale in my new etsy store
http://www.etsy.com/listing/67931821/cheery-rainbow-suitcase
February 26th, 2011 on 2:35 pm
Oh, how fantastic!!! Have fun!
Oh my goodness, it IS the exact same one!! We adore that suitcase!!
February 24th, 2011 on 5:36 pm
You just love pretend play
Nice round-up of your wisdom in one post.
February 26th, 2011 on 2:35 pm
Yes, yes, yes, big fans of pretend play here! Thanks so much, Natalie!
February 24th, 2011 on 6:02 pm
Very fun! We were suppose to be in the car right now on the way for a mini vacation and Sammy puked about 2 hours ago.. so we might have to pretend to be on vacation later
February 26th, 2011 on 2:37 pm
Hope he feels better soon. He made like to take an arm chair vacation — those can be fun too! We’ve gone on a few of those…
February 24th, 2011 on 9:06 pm
So awesome. We’re totally going on a family vacation this weekend when Daddy’s home!
February 26th, 2011 on 2:37 pm
Yay!!! That makes me so happy — Bon Voyage!!
February 25th, 2011 on 1:37 am
Best way to travel, by train. We need some good box trains here.
February 26th, 2011 on 2:38 pm
Agreed!! Em took a trip to China in one. Rule of physics/geography are sooo over-rated.
February 25th, 2011 on 12:55 pm
Wow! That is a fantastic mini vacation! So creative and looks a lot of fun.
February 26th, 2011 on 2:39 pm
Thank you!! It’s always lots of fun — esp. when you have the itch to go someplace! Have fun!! xoxo
March 7th, 2011 on 8:12 pm
okay! i have that EXACT suitcase. : )
March 7th, 2011 on 11:43 pm
You all have so much fun! What a great vacation!
June 14th, 2011 on 2:44 pm
This is awesome! I am going to try this with my five children this weekend! Thanks for sharing!