Getting the Most Out of Your Winter Break
Some alternatives to wasting the day away on Disney Plus!
by HAYLEY MILLER ★ DECEMBER 20, 2019
Winter break is one of the most rewarding gifts you’ll get this holiday season, particularly after a long week of finals! You’re finally able to lie in bed without constant eye contact with your roommate, eat food that isn’t from the dining hall, and, most importantly, binge-watch all the Netflix you missed out on during finals. However, a majority of us can get kind of bored sticking to these three activities, especially after a few days at home. Here are some alternatives to keep yourself occupied over break!
Get some “me” time:
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As a college student, you’re around people all the time. That being said, it’s hard to get some time to yourself to decompress and reflect on your day. This is why it’s so important to take at least one day out of your winter break to have a “me” day. Whether it be driving around all day blasting music, having a spa day, or doing retail therapy, take some time to yourself! You’ll be amazed at how much more relaxed you feel and how open you’ll be to spending time with friends and family at home after you rejuvenate.
Visit all your favorite spots at home:
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It’s easy to get caught up in all of the downtime you have while being at home. One thing you can do to eliminate that and get the most out of your break is hitting all of your favorite restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, parks, etc. while being at home. Most of the time, these spots are what people miss most while at school. So, use this month to hit up those spots that are close to your heart!
Take a day trip with your girls:
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While being away at school, we all miss our OG girls. A perfect way to catch up with everyone is by taking a day trip somewhere! You can jam out to your favorite tunes on the road, get some alone time with your high school friends, and catch up on everyone’s semester recaps, gossip, tragedies, hookups, and more.
Watch your favorite shows:
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Now that finals are over, it’s time to binge-watch your favorite shows! Don’t be ashamed if all you want to do is catch up on the Kardashians or hop on your friend’s free trial of Disney Plus. Get cozy in bed with your softest PJs, hot cocoa, your laptop, and just relax. You’ve earned it!
Participate in a Secret Santa:
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Another fun holiday activity that you can do with your friends is Secret Santa. It’s a great way to spend quality time with your friends that you don’t get to see while away at college, and you get to give and receive a gift too! Who doesn’t love a good holiday gift exchange?
Hopefully, this list of activities will give you the most relaxing and enjoyable time off from school. We at UGirl hope you have a great winter break and can’t WAIT to see everyone back at school in the spring!