Having a Good Time on Your Beach Vacation

There is really no easy answer to this question. I think we can all agree that having a good time is important. Having a good time out with family and friends and taking a long relaxing bath are both ways to enjoy life and get the most out of every day. However, when it comes to having a good time abroad is it really important?


There was a time when saying "having a good time" meant spending a weekend at the beach. Now I think it's more about having a great time. One of the most common complaints I hear from visitors is boredom. Now I can understand this point, I have spent many weekends on the beach in the UK and can say from experience that they are very boring indeed!

However if you take the view that spending time on the beach is the only way to escape the stresses of everyday life for one day, you are wrong. You can choose somewhere else to spend your days, maybe go and visit your near and dears or even dig a nice secluded spot for your own private retreat. You can have a fabulous time and feel relaxed and pampered at the same time. There is so much choice.

Having a good time on a holiday is about enjoyment. It is about being entertained, being outdoors, having a laugh and sharing experiences and just enjoying yourself. It is about relaxation and being comfortable in your own surroundings. So is spending a few days in a spa relaxing and enjoying yourself, but what if it's a weekend away?

We all have experienced long weekends or longer vacations where we were bored, sore and ready to get back to work in a few days. It is all about making the most of your time and maximising it. We all have a short vacation once a year and it is our choice. Some of us want a long vacation but it is not always possible due to finances or other commitments. Why not have a great time away from home for a couple of days or a few weeks and enjoy yourself? Just by getting away from it all for a short period of time you will feel better, more refreshed and invigorated.

Having a break from normal life and spending time with friends or having a spa treatment can be as simple as a day out at the beach. The important thing is that you chose a location that you enjoy. Spend a lovely day at the beach where you can lie on the sun bed and enjoy the warm rays. Then afterwards have a massage to unwind at the end of the day. You will feel more energised and renewed and you may find yourself wanting to treat yourself to a hot drink or two!

If you have children, they may enjoy spending time at the beach too. Some children like to swim and if there is a beach nearby, that could be ideal. Make sure you have towels and clothes ready so that your children can use them. Some beaches may even offer a water play area where you can dress up in your favourite swimming costume and have fun. It is also a great way to meet new friends!

It does not matter how big or small the holiday is that you are going on, having a good time is vital. Spending time with family and friends is a great way to spend quality time together. If you have a big family, then maybe spending time at the beach on your break from work is a great idea. However, if you are just staying at home with your partner and children, why not just enjoy the weather and the weekend? That is what makes family holidays so special - everyone deserves a little time alone and time spent being happy.