Tired of the routine of staring at a monitor screen from 9 AM to 5 PM every day? Your body and mind clearly need some refreshing on the weekend, but on the other hand, your monthly savings target shouldn’t get derailed either. The solution? A modern backpacker-style budget staycation!
You don’t need to go far or stay at a fancy five-star resort to find that healing feeling. Here’s the secret to enjoying a short, aesthetic, and budget-friendly getaway:
1. Look for a Budget Hotel with Unique Design Instead of renting a spacious room you’ll only use for sleeping, look for a capsule hotel or a budget hotel with an industrial, minimalist style. Besides being much cheaper, this kind of architecture and interior is usually very Instagrammable and makes for a great photo subject.
2. Hunt for Afternoon Coffee Near Your Stay A budget staycation doesn’t mean staying cooped up in your room the whole time. Use your afternoon to take a relaxed walk around the hotel’s neighborhood. Stop by a nearby local coffee shop for your favorite iced palm-sugar coffee. Enjoying a new atmosphere while sipping coffee is an amazing reward after a week full of work troubleshooting.
3. Bring a Compact Camera for Photo Hunting A short getaway is the perfect time to sharpen your photography skills again. Shoot the unique room interior, city street corners, or even your cup of coffee. No need for heavy lenses — just use your pocket camera or trusty smartphone. Later that night, you can relax while editing the tone and color of your photos to make them look even more dramatic, like a movie scene.
4. Secure Transportation Well in Advance If your weekend escape means heading out of town, keep an eye on train ticket or shuttle travel prices. Booking early usually saves you from steep price hikes as the day approaches.
So, ready to pack a light backpack for this weekend?
