Vacation Without the Hassle
BE A TOURIST IN YOUR OWN TOWN
Gallery to historical sites like the Boca Raton Museum and the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum, there are many fun ways to see a new side of the place you call home. Many of these locations hold regular tours, so stop in and explore. 2. STAY AT A HOTEL OR GO FOR A SPA DAY. Part of creating the ‘home-away-from-home’ experience is actually getting away — even if it’s just a few miles. Whether it’s a couple nights at a local hotel or Airbnb in a neighborhood you’ve always admired or a spa day that gets you into full relaxation mode (or both), getting away from your everyday routine can help you reset and rejuvenate like you would on vacation. 3. ATTEND A LOCAL EVENT YOU’VE NEVER BEEN TO. You’ve dreamed of wining and dining at a far-off destination, but why not do it around Palm Beach? Boca Bacchanal, Boca Raton’s premier wine and food weekend, is coming up on April 4 through April 6, and the menu and wine list promise to be mouth-watering. Additionally, if baseball is your sport, why not head to some of the spring training games? Indulging in the staycation experience is a fun, budget-friendly way to relax and unplug. In fact, you might even consider fully unplugging by silencing notifications from your phone and allowing yourself to be immersed in your local excursion. Go ahead; give yourself permission to relax.
When you crave a weekend getaway but your schedule (and stress level) doesn’t oblige, consider the benefits of a vacation — right where you are. A “staycation” can provide all the perks of a vacation without the packing, airport security, or missed flights.
Here are three ways to enjoy a relaxing weekend without hopping on a plane.
1. TAKE A TOUR. There are likely sites you’ve always wanted to visit in your town but have never had the opportunity. Now’s your chance! From local galleries like The Boxy
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Pasta Primavera
ingredients
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4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
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12 ounces pasta, ideally fusilli
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1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/2 pound broccoli florets
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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2 carrots, shredded
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1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, ideally Parmigiano-Reggiano
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1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
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1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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Kosher salt, for pasta water and to taste
Directions
Add tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook until tomatoes are wilted, about 2 minutes. Stir in reserved pasta water. Add tomato mixture to pasta pot, stirring to coat evenly. Divide into bowls, top with parmesan, and serve.
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In a large pot, liberally salt water and bring to a boil. Add fusilli and cook according to package directions. Add broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper during the last 2 minutes of cook time. Drain the pasta and veggies, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking liquid. Return pasta and veggies to pot. In a large skillet, heat olive oil to medium heat. Add garlic and cook until translucent and golden, 30 seconds.
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