The day-to-day grind can be just a real bummer. Things like work, homelife, obligations, chores, and stress can become a weight on your shoulders that wears you down.

But, you don’t have to feel that weight constantly. There are ways to get away from your daily grind and give yourself a chance to refresh. Whether it’s a vacation or just a small afternoon trip, getting away from the mundane and boring can do wonders for your stress and help you feel refreshed.
 

Go Big and Leave the Country
 

If you want to get away and give yourself a huge break, leaving the country on a vacation is great for that! By leaving your home and life in Idaho to go somewhere new like Mexico, England or Australia, gives you the break you need and can massively change everything.

The unique culture, what you fill your time with, even the food you eat are all ways to step into a new way of life and leave your old one for a little while. Taking a big vacation is a great way to step away, but it can be expensive and not practical if you need to get away more often.

If you’re looking to do a big trip, Pioneer can help in a few different ways. Pioneer members can use their Rewards points to help pay for plane tickets and hotel stays. If you’re looking to take an expensive vacation, you might want to consider using a Pioneer Signature loan to pay for the expenses and pay it off month over month.
 

Go On a Trip Inside the States
 

A bit cheaper and easier to plan, a vacation inside the states is more practical and usable if you need regular breaks. You can't run away to Mexico once a month when you need to get away, but a weekend trip every few months to Vegas or Portland is much more reasonable.

You can still get new experiences, find ways to relax, and have tons of fun that help you get away, without sacrificing American culture or conveniences. There are no fears about drinking the tap water or strange bathroom rules, just a good old fashioned vacation.

Just a change of scenery and getting away from your home is probably enough to leave your daily life struggles in the past, at least long enough to recharge.
 

Stay at Home, Send the Kids Away
 

Sometimes, a staycation is exactly what you need. There's no stress of planning, traveling, paying for expensive plane tickets and hotels, and you can have time to relax and do what you want.

But, take your staycation one step further and send your kids away. Have them spend a long weekend at their grandparents, or find a summer camp, or exchange babysitting with a family friend for a few days. Then, take time off work and do whatever you want! Sleep in late, stay up late, watch whatever you want, pursue your hobbies; all without feeling like you need to care for your children or work at your job!

A staycation is also a great chance to enjoy local attractions and restaurants you might not have tried before. Want to cool off at the waterpark without needing someone to watch the little ones in the kiddie pool? Pioneer members get discounted tickets to Roaring Springs so you can do waterslide after waterslide or spend your afternoon just floating the lazy river. 

Go Camping and Breathe in that Fresh Air
 

What better way to escape then literally getting away from civilization out in the wilderness? Turn off your phone, pack up the camping gear, and live as one with nature for a long weekend. 

A lot of people find clarity, peace, and relaxation while in the woods, and Idaho is full of great camping spots. You can get away from civilization with campsites just 30 minutes to an hour away from Boise, or go as far as you like with amazing sites across the whole state! 

Plus, camping comes with traditions, hobbies, and activities that can bring people a lot of joy. Whether you love roasting marshmallows over an open fire, watching local wildlife, laying in a hammock with a good book, or going fishing, you can find something that can help ground you.

If being in a tent isn’t quite your style, using a motorhome or RV can bring some of the comforts of home with the benefits of being outdoors. If you don’t have one yet, Pioneer can help with our RV loans with great rates. These can help you get a motorhome, camper trailer, ATV, dirt bike, or any other recreational vehicle.

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