{"id":564,"date":"2020-07-14T08:13:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-14T08:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.morguardapartments.com\/blog\/?p=564"},"modified":"2020-10-26T08:18:55","modified_gmt":"2020-10-26T08:18:55","slug":"7-virtual-vacation-experiences-to-try-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.morguardapartments.com\/blog\/2020\/07\/14\/7-virtual-vacation-experiences-to-try-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Virtual Vacation Experiences To Try This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\u200bTaking a vacation has so many benefits including improved mood and relaxation. Studies even show that simply planning a vacation can go a long way to inspire happiness. Maybe you’ve planned your summer vacation already, or maybe your planning has been on pause due to social distancing and health guidelines. Whether you’re adapting your plans or making new ones, there are endless ways to get the benefits of a vacation without leaving home. From island retreat experiences to flavors from around the world, you can build your own virtual vacation. Here are seven ideas to get you started.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Visit the Caribbean<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nPhoto credit:@anguilla_tourism https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B_VirG2DKkn<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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Anguilla is a Carribean island that’s home to white sand beaches, ancient petroglyphs and rich traditions. Learn how to make local food and cocktails, go on a kayak tour, take a yoga class, or simply watch a live cam of Anguilla’s beaches on the <\/span>Experience Anguilla<\/span><\/span><\/a> website for a restorative virtual retreat at home. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\nTour Historic Sites Around the World<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Photo credit: @cyark <\/span><\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BpUxdQTlnC6\/<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Experience cultural sites and monuments from around the world with <\/span>CyArk<\/span><\/span><\/a>. From the <\/span>Chumash Painted Cave<\/span><\/span><\/a> in Santa Barbara, the <\/span>Lukang Longshan Temple<\/span><\/span><\/a> in Taiwan, and the <\/span>Fort York National Site<\/span><\/span><\/a> in Canada, you can travel through history with their virtual tours and online exhibits. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Board a Plane<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nPhoto credit: @museumofflight <\/span><\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B_5di7xAMtk\/<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>
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When you’re flying, you’re largely confined to your seat and don’t get to experience the full aircraft. Now you can with The Museum of Flight’s <\/span>Virtual Museum Online<\/span><\/span><\/a>. Step inside Boeing aircrafts, the Antonov An-2 Colt biplane, and even the NASA Space Shuttle Trainer. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Take a Dive<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Photo credit: @noaasanctuaries <\/span><\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CBeaet0gv3z\/<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>
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If you love snorkeling or diving, or have always wanted to try it, this one is definitely for you! <\/span>National Marine Sanctuaries<\/span><\/span><\/a> offers <\/span>virtual dives<\/span><\/span><\/a> into national marine sanctuaries around the world. Swim with seals, dolphins and fish without even getting wet!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\nGo On a Safari<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nPhoto credit: @asiliaafrica <\/span><\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CBTAYg8KEim\/<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>
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Take in stunning African savanna landscapes and the wildlife that live there with <\/span>virtual safaris<\/span><\/span><\/a> from <\/span>Asilia Africa<\/span><\/span><\/a>. The 360° experiences can be enjoyed on your screen, or with a VR headset for an ultra-real experience!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Cook Your Favorite Global Cuisine<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Photo credit: \u200b@177milkstreet <\/span><\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CCV4UmzgxZW\/<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>
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Eating local food is one of the best ways to get to know a city or region. Here are three online resources where you can learn how to cook food from around the world:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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