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Post-Pandemic Summer Article Contributing Writers – Joy Boyd, EdD and Ellen Gorsal, Never Left Alone Concierge Services, Inc.

Post-Pandemic Summer

It’s A Post-Pandemic Summer Coming Your Way

Hey there! How are you feeling? Are you glad it’s summertime? Well, you already know that the official date was June 20th of this year and boy was everyone enthusiastically ready to yell out that summer is finally here. Now don’t get me wrong, the summer solstice happens every year, but this year is different. We are post-pandemic!   It’s ok to smile as you read this. That’s right, we have been literally stuck in our homes reluctant to venture out because of the worldwide pandemic we were faced with over a year and a half ago. But now during post-pandemic months, many people are coming out for air, peeking around corners, showing their smiles with the mask off, and booking those vacations that they so longed for. 

Whaaaaat….., people are doing more? Yes, masks are coming off and many are feeling safer as they venture out. Why is this happening? There’s a vaccination that is out there and you can get vaccinated almost anywhere in the United States. You have choices as to what vendor to use, when you will get the vaccination, what location is most convenient for you, and you can even choose to vaccinate or not. We did it America, we have choices again!

So what are you going to do? What are you waiting for? Yeah, I’m pushing you to NOT be afraid and to start living again. However, you still need to be mindful. Ask yourself the five “W’s” —Who?, What?, When?, Why?, Where?, and you can’t forget about the How? If you can answer these questions with ease then let the fun begin.


What do we know?

We know that at least 375 million vaccines have been distributed in the USA and Covid-related deaths have begun to decline. This is giving the country reasons to feel optimistic. As a result, the travel industry appears to be gearing up for a big summer season. Based on national, state, and local news outlets, entertainment networks, and of course social media platforms, Americans are looking to travel again as vaccinations against Covid become more widely available. Who can blame you? After all, it’s been more than a year of seesawing coronavirus infection rates, on-again, off-again lockdown restrictions, and simple quarantine fatigue. To date, Americans can begin to see the small light shining through that winding tunnel of a post-pandemic summer.

Source: Becker’s Hospital Review, The Washington Post


Summer, Summer, Summertime!

Americans are good at lots of different things, so let the summer vacations begin. Believe me, the economy is ready for you to spend big bucks on week-long vacations, mini-vacations, family vacations, etc.  Well, you get my point. As a matter of fact, Daily Business Briefing reported that Celebrity Cruise Lines will have one of the FIRST cruise ships to sail from a US Port during the weekend of June 26, 2021. Can you believe that cruise lines lost billions, I say billions of dollars last year? As I was watching a national news network this morning, the anchor was interviewing a spokesperson of Celebrity Cruises and it was made abundantly clear to all who were watching to say, (paraphrasing) Ha, Ha, you thought we couldn’t come back from the economic devastation, but look at us now. Bravo, Bravo, you are right Mr. Spokesperson. Although you are operating under 50 percent capacity, you can truly say that people are ready to vacation and the best time to do it is Summer, Summer, Summertime!

Source: The New York Times, and ABC News


Oh, The Places We’ll Go In This Post-Pandemic Summer!

The people we’ll see, the places we’ll go, and all the once ordinary, now NEW AGAIN adventures we’ll have. Oh, the things we’ll do during this post-pandemic summer. What are you waiting for? Stop peeking out, it’s time to venture out! So without further ado, here are some fifteen fun summer activities that you can do again in this post-pandemic era:

1. Visit Museums

Visit Museums in Post-Pandemic Summer
Not sure which museum to go to? Worry no more. Here are the Top 10 Museums in America according to Forbes in their 2016 article. Check it out and I’m sure you’ll want to visit all 10 museums!


2. Bike Rides

Do Bike Rides in Post-Pandemic Summer
Obviously there are a lot of people who have been using bikes as their mode of transportation to do many things. It’s a great way to unwind. Guess what, you’re in luck….here’s the Top 13 Cycling Cities that you might want to visit according to Travel Channel.


3. Finish THAT Book

Finish THAT Book
Hello fellow bookworms! Quick question: how many new books did you buy again when you haven’t even finished the last one that you started reading????? No judgement here. Besides, I know we’re all guilty anyway. But since it’s already summer (and it’s also part of our article – The Post-Pandemic Summer????), why don’t you add this to your goal (not just every summer) and take this as an opportunity to escape and be free again? You know you want to.


4. Learn Horseback Riding

Learn Horseback Riding
Why? Because it’s exciting and you’ll look fierce (not on the first try though, but you’ll get there????)!


5. Take a Long Walk with Your Headphones On

Take a Long Walk with Your Headphones On
For those who are “not into music” simply because they’re really unsure what genre they’re into and have no time scanning through the top hits, do it while you’re walking to your grocery store, or anywhere! It’ll get you and you’ll love it! Regardless what genre, if you’re into it, dig it! Where to look? One word: Spotify! LOL

6. Visit Your Grandparents

Visit your grandparents or any relatives/friends that you know living in a senior care facility
Visit your grandparents or any senior adult relatives/friends. Just like you, they get lonely too. Imagine how happy they’d be when they’ll see your face on their doorstep with your big sweet smile on your face!


7. Get a Haircut

Get a Haircut
“New hair, new me.” YASSS! As we all know, hair is a woman’s crowning glory, but I believe that it’s also the same to men. Hair fall, dullness, baldness, split ends, etc., can be prevented with a daily hair care and a regular haircut or just a trim. May it be in your favorite salon or just in the comfort of your own home, as long as you put love into your hair, it will glow! ????Get that well-deserved haircut and treatment that you deserve! Upgrade yourself. ???? Lastly, notice how your mood is so much better and light every time your hair looks, feels and smells good? So to help you find the best products there is to care for your hair after your dreamy haircut…I said dreamy cause I always fall asleep when I’m getting one ????…. here’s the 23 Best Hair Products for Your Most Gorgeous Strands Ever according to Good Housekeeping.


8. BBQ

 BBQ
You can smell it already, can’t you? So what are you waiting for? Head on to your favorite barbecue spot in town, or better yet, have it in your backyard with your friends and family! Feeling a little daredevil, are you? I got your back! Here are some of Gordon Ramsey’s Barbecue Recipes from www.gordonramsay.com.


9. Have a Picnic

Have a Picnic
It’s fun, lowkey, chill and totally free! Looking for new spots where to place those picnic blankets? According to the Reader’s Digest, here are the Best Picnic Spots in Every State. My fave’s the Glacier National Park. Which is yours? Let us know!


10. Backyard Camping

Backyard Camping
Now, since we’ve mentioned about being fun, low key, chill and totally free, backyard camping might probably be the best of all! Don’t you agree? And if your camp’s too pretty and cozy, why not put it on airbnb?


11. Paint

Paint
Not a painter? Doesn’t matter! All you need is your imagination, heart, passion, a paint brush, paint (of course), and your blank canvas!


12. Shop at a Flea Market

Shop at a Flea Market
It’s not just being cheap, but also being able to connect to our history. And quite honestly, most items in flea markets are real classy and are treasures. Check out United States: Top 20 Flea Markets In The US (2020 Update) by the Flea Market Insiders to know more where to shop for those treasures.


13. Do Wine Tasting

Do Wine Tasting
Not only do you get to have wine, but you will learn new stuff about its history and all, but you get to visit luxurious and amazing regions in the US! Now, checkout the 8 Must-Visit Regions for Wine Tasting in the United States according to Hotels Combined and imagine yourself in those places. Isn’t it amazing? ????

14. Rollerblade

Rollerblade
ROLLERBLADING IS COOL. Not “still” cool, but COOL! They are not only a big hit for the Baby Bust and Millennial demographics, but even to the later generations. If you want to start learning about how to nail rollerblading, you need to make sure that you have the right equipment and that starts by having a quality pair of rollerblades. According to the New York Magazines, here’s the list of the Best Rollerblades.


15. Go On That Trip

Go On That Trip
And Last But Not Least, go on that vacation you longed for in a car, on a plane, on a train, or on a ship. Whatever you do, bring joy to your life because hopefully, you are living by that famous statement “You Only Live Once…YOLO”!

Source: washingtonpost.com, cnbc.com, theatlantic.com, time.com

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