This might be the summer que te quedas en casa–and that’s totally fine. We love a staycation! Staying home for the summer gives you time to enjoy your routines, check off those small to-do’s that never get done, and spend quality time with your comunidad.
If you’re staying en casita this season, we’ve got a few ideas to help you romanticize every bit of it. The magic of summer can be felt anywhere, anytime. Whether you’re staying local, saving money, or simply craving a slower pace of life, you can do all that while still stepping into full main character energy!
Romanticizing life is about embracing the little things–creating experiences that feel intentional and joyful. Read on for simple, soul-filling ways to make this your dreamiest summer yet!
🌞Embrace Golden Hour
Take full advantage of the longer days by planning something during that dreamy golden-hour light. Go for a sunset walk or hike, sip drinks al fresco, journal at the park, or simply sit outside and let nature recharge you. Be present in the moment and enjoy your surroundings–no matter where you are. Yes, snap those sunset pics–cause pics or it didn’t happen.
🎶Make a Summer Soundtrack
Music is the soul’s paradise and escape. Create a playlist (or a few) that captures the essence of your mood this summer season–whether you’re fully embracing hot girl summer, soft girl vibes, your healing era, or you’re channeling your inner jefa Latina. Include songs that make you want to dance, cry, or help you vibe through the chores. Share the playlist with your amigas so everyone can enjoy the good energy!
🧶Host a DIY Event
DIY plans are where the magic happens. Plan an evening of crafting, scrapbooking, an at-home spa night, a solo sip-and-paint, or whatever your heart desires. Gather your closest friends and a few supplies to let your creativity flow. It doesn’t have to be fancy or formal–just fun, heartfelt, and an extension of you!
🎥Movie Marathon
Summer is the perfect time to dive into all the shows and movies you said you’d watch but never got around to. Pick a genre–rom-coms, thrillers, suspense, nostalgia classics–or curate a list that celebrates your culture and heritage. Make some popcorn, grab a couple of your favorite snacks, light a candle, and get cozy for some intentional screen time.
🌲Plan a Picnic or Backyard Date
Grab your favorite snacks, a picnic blanket, a book or speaker, and head to a local park–or even your backyard–for a solo date or mini hangout with friends. Whichever you choose, this simple yet heartwarming plan can truly fill the soul. Being outdoors, enjoying good food, and catching golden hour is the perfect way to romanticize your life. Take the time to be truly present and take in all that this moment has to offer.
✨Romanticize Routine
You don’t have to wait for a big event to feel excited or to romanticize life. It’s the small moments that often hold the most magic. Try making the everyday feel special:
- Light a candle while you journal
- Get your cutest outfit on to run errands
- Put some music on while doing the dishes or folding laundry
- Make your bed every morning with intention
- Sip cafecito outside and people-watch
These little changes can really make all the difference and make the ordinary feel extraordinary.
Summer isn’t just about jet setting or tropical escapes–it’s about prioritizing peace, presence, and play. You don’t need to hop on a plane to feel joy. You just need to live your life with intention, love, and appreciation for where you are right now.
Make it a summer to remember–aunque te quedes en casita.✨
