Definition: A staycation is a vacation spent at your home, or in your hometown. If done right, a staycation can be just as relaxing as a traditional vacation (read about the benefits of vacations here). And in some ways, it can be even more stress-relieving because it typically involves less planning and expense.
However, certain measures need to be taken to maximize the benefits of a staycation such as turning off your phone and computer (at least most of the time). Otherwise, your staycation is little more than a stressful extension of your regular life, offering no change of scenery, escape or other features that make vacations so refreshing.
Also Known As: Vacation at Home
Alternate Spellings: stay-cation
