Vacation Tips – Part 2

Do you need affordable vacation ideas?

Through the years, my wife and I enjoyed affordable activities with our four sons. We fished, played tennis, and invested in yard games that we could do together. Croquet, frisbee, disc golf, and wiffle ball are still popular entertainment with the boys and their families.  We’ve found that the most important part of a quality vacation is being with those you love. Entertainment can be minimal. 

Spending time outdoors is important to us. If you have children, discover local, state, and national parks near you. Or surprise them with a fun hike, a bike ride, or home-made obstacle course. When the weather doesn’t cooperate, a collection of board games is handy. We have fun memories of Monopoly extending for days, even after the boys got married. Read great books, work puzzles, enjoy a classic movie, and cook together. 

Some people love the adventure and thrill of traveling. The break from routine allows them to recharge. Returning to the same place year after year builds tradition and creates deep family bonds. Some vacations are expensive and create stress long after you’ve returned home. The purpose of vacations is to rest and create memories, not debt and anxiety. It’s important to reorient our hearts and minds to what really matters.

Rest during time off prepares us to work as unto the Lord, no matter our vocation. So, whatever you decide to do this summer, focus on making great memories, not financial headaches, and if you can’t vacation because of credit card debt, Christian Credit Counselors can help. They’ll create a debt management plan that will work for you. For more information, visit online at crown.org/ccc.