There’s no questioning that the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent social distancing guidelines have been a struggle for the world as a whole. One of the many difficulties people have dealt with during this time is having to cancel much-anticipated vacations. But, in a demonstration of just how resilient the human spirit can be, many have found creative (and often hilarious) ways of recreating these missed vacations. Here’s a look at some of the best vacation reenactments we’ve seen on the internet lately.
Re-Creating Disney Magic
One of the most frequently seen vacation reenactments on the internet lately are trips to Disneyland and Disney World. Families have gotten truly creative with their efforts to reimagine classic Disney rides like Splash Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, and The Haunted Mansion, among others. Some have even gone through the effort of creating hilarious, low-budget versions of the many parades that can be seen in The Happiest Place on Earth.
While these reenactments surely don’t come close to the real excitement of visiting these wonderful locations, they are still a wonderful way to make lasting memories in these unusual times. And, thanks to the Disney Company releasing their much-loved Dole Whip recipe, you can even get a taste of the Disney parks in the comfort of your own home to help complete your reimagined Disney vacation.
You can find a wonderful list of these homemade Disney vacations here.
Cruising on the Television
If anyone understands just how sad you are to miss your cruise, it’s us. As avid cruisers ourselves, the shutdown of all cruise lines broke our hearts in more ways than one. But seeing how some people have recreated their missed cruises at home has managed to put a smile back on our faces.
One video showed a couple relaxing in their living room, wrapped comfortably in fluffy, white bathrobes, with sunglasses, a sun hat, and even wine glasses to complete their ensembles. With their feet propped up on their entertainment center, they watched a relaxing video of the ocean waves, as if they were watching the water from the balcony of a luxury suite on a cruise ship.
We’d like to think that they also learned how to fold those adorable little towel animals to leave on their own beds every day, but we haven’t yet seen video evidence of that.
Taking a Flight at Home
Traveling by plane may not seem like something you’d want to spend the time re-creating yourself. After all, airline travel can be stressful, and you rarely feel like you have enough leg room. But during this pandemic, people who have had to cancel their flights are reimagining their flight and making it into what it could have been. After all, when you’re the only passenger, you always get to fly first class!
These hilarious photos often include people holding up toilet seats in front of a television screen or other aerial image in order to re-create the look of an airplane window passing over a scenic landscape. With everything from comfy neck pillows to wine glasses that are certainly only found in first-class seating, these savvy travelers have given us all something to smile about during these difficult times.
Others have even gone so far as to re-create the airport experience, using treadmills to reenact the moving sidewalks and baggage claim areas. Let’s just hope nobody lost their luggage on these trips!
Backyard Beaches
As the weather warms up, many people have been forced to cancel trips to the beach. But they haven’t let that stop them from donning their swimsuits. With buckets of sand and plastic kiddie pools, many families are creating backyard beaches to enjoy in the warmer weather. With an umbrella in their drinks and the sounds of ocean waves and noisy seagulls on in the background, we’ve seen many of these families making the best of their current situation.
It’s never easy to have to cancel a trip, especially when the cancellation is caused by factors far beyond your control. But during this difficult time, we’ve greatly appreciated the positivity and ingenuity that these people have shown while re-creating their missed vacations. They certainly put a smile on our faces, and we hope that they put one on yours as well.
If you’ve had to cancel a trip, we hope you are finding ways to make equally happy memories with your loved ones at home. And when the world can travel again, know that we will be here, ready to help you plan your next vacation.
