How to Plan the Perfect Staycation

One of my goals for this past year (and from now on) is to reduce my carbon footprint. Air travel is one of the most environmentally damaging ways to get around and it’s also central to my life… Fortunately, I found a great and green way to nourish my wanderlust: staycations!

While I call both Southern California and Cape Town home, you don’t have to travel across the world to have an adventure!

Experiencing your city on a whole new level will make you fall in love with it all over again. So, how do you transform a weekend at home into an unforgettable retreat?

Here is my guide on how to plan the perfect staycation!


Sometimes you just gotta get out of the house! Booking a hotel will make the whole thing feel more like a special time, and you’ll come back refreshed.

Is there someplace in the city you’ve been eyeing for a while? Whether it is a swanky hotel or a one of a kind Airbnb, treat yo’ self!

Exploring unique Airbnbs is a highlight of my trips. I keep an ever-growing list of places I’m dying to stay. Check out my rundown of the coolest Airbnbs in the US and the coolest Airbnbs in California for inspiration.