Ask any swimming pool owner and he or she will tell you that when you have your own swimming pool you don’t have to wait for the kids to have summer vacation or to get your two weeks’ vacation in order to have fun at home! We have tips on how to plan a staycation event — which is easy to do when you have a swimming pool to call your own!
The swimming pool contractors from Tipton Pools in Knoxville, TN offer tips to their new pool customers and to long-time pool owners about ways to enjoy the pool and their own yard space even more than they had already been doing. When it comes to summer fun under the hot sun, there’s nothing better than jumping into a swimming pool to cool off. Having a pool in your own yard means you have a place for years of fun without the hassle of packing up the family and dealing with busy roadways and frustrating airline travel.
You can amp up the fun in the pool by purchasing a few toys or accessories to turn your yard into a backyard getaway. With the money you have saved on traveling, you can upgrade the pool, enhance the outdoor living area, or even upgrade with a hot tub, spa, diving board, slide, or another pool accessory.
Adults and children love frolicking in the pool and it’s a great way for family bonding, but a great way to sneak in exercise as well. Because you have a pool, it’s a party waiting to happen and all you have to do is add in some snacks, drinks a few swimming pool toys and voila – they’re all set.
All you need to do is sit back on the deck and supervise and enjoy.
How to plan a staycation event!
If your children are avid swimmers, talk with us about pool supplies and toys that make swimming even more fun. Keep in mind too that swimming pool noodles are inexpensive and fun! Look for diving eggs, sticks or rings, you want to make certain none of the toys are small enough to get stuck in a filter or drain screen. If your children are jumping or diving into the water, you must be even more diligent to make certain no one gets injured and that no one runs into trouble underwater.
Blow-up beach balls or rafts for the swimmers are both fun and relaxing! A beach ball can lead to a quick “volleyball” game even if you don’t have a net. Rafts are for floating around and chilling after the games are over.
If your family is into active water sport games, consider adding a basketball hoop specifically designed for swimming pools. You can play a pick-up game or HORSE.
At the end of the day, having a pool is all about relaxation and fun. Always have enough beach towels, lounge chairs, sunscreen, water and treats available to keep the fun going.