It is the holiday season where people get to take some time off their busy schedules to relax, spend time with family and prepare for the following year. Unfortunately, while some people have activities planned out with friends and family, many individuals may have no plans for this long holiday ahead of us.
There are many enjoyable online activities that you can take up in the comfort of your home. Online activities that will help keep you engaged throughout the day. So you do not have to stay in the house bored, pick up some of these activities you can also do with your friends and family.
TikTok
Tiktok is an app that you can easily download on your phone. You can decide to become a content creator on TikTok. Tiktok has created a platform where people can easily create exciting content and share it on social media.
There is also an option of just viewing the content other people create without creating any content. There are endless entertaining videos on TikTok. The most exciting bit is becoming famous on TikTok by consistently creating compelling content that attracts a vast audience.
When you become famous, you can get good brand deals that may help you get money to sort some of your bills. You do not need to have specific skills to get on TikTok and create content; you only need to be confident, creative and trust what you put out there.
Netflix
Holidays are meant for catching up with shows you could not watch within the year because of school or a busy schedule. So if you are looking to catch up with different films of different genres, then Netflix should be your number one option of Netflix activities this holiday season.
Netflix is available worldwide, and for you to use it, you only need a strong internet connection. If you are a first time user of Netflix, you will get a one-month free trial which allows you to explore and understand what it is all about. After one month, you only need to pay an affordable fee monthly. You also have an option of cancelling your membership if Netflix does not intrigue you even after the first trial.
One of the advantages of Netflix is that it is user friendly and so easy to use. Netflix is also Ad-free. You know how annoying advertisements can get when they pop up in the middle of an exciting show. Netflix has no commercials, which makes it interesting.
Blogging
If you enjoy reading and writing, this would be an excellent online activity to take up during the holidays. In addition, you have the option of catching up with different blogs online. There are many authors online, and you only need to choose the topics you are interested in; technology, lifestyle, fashion, health, cooking, and other exciting things online. Through the blogs, you get to learn and understand so many things.
You can also decide to start your blog if you enjoy writing. If you stay consistent, you may attract a broad audience and turn it into a money-making hobby. There is nothing as fulfilling as making money from doing something you love and enjoy because you are always motivated.
Vlogging
Vlogs have recently been embraced as a form of entertainment. You can catch up on numerous vlogs from different content creators on Youtube. The most exciting bit is you can always find vlogs with diverse content on Youtube. You can continually educate yourself or entertain yourself through vlogs.
You can also start vlogging if you are passionate about it. But, first, you may need to create an account before starting the whole process. It would be best to have a phone or a camera to capture what you decide to shoot. After shooting the videos, you only need to edit then upload the video. You can have as much fun when creating the videos. Consistency and determination will make you start earning some money through your uploads.
Podcasts
A podcast is a type of online audio broadcasting. Podcasts are currently taking over the radio because you can listen to them any time of the day. You have an option of selecting the topics you want to listen to and the people you want to listen to; you do not have to listen to anything that is not interesting. You also get to listen to other people’s different opinions and perspectives through podcasts. Podcasts are an exciting platform where you learn and get some entertainment.
Online Games
Online games for both children and adults are an excellent way to bond and spend time with friends and family members during the holiday season. You can choose to compete and award the individuals who win or just play for fun. You can choose to do bets online games or FIFA or Minecraft, among other online games. Choose to make the most out of the holiday by engaging in exciting activities with your loved ones.
Online Exercising
Many people are trying to adopt healthy lifestyles, and one of the ways is through regular exercise. During the holiday, you may want to spend as much time as possible with your family, making online activities convenient. In addition, we are currently going through a global pandemic, meaning that online exercises are the most suitable.
You have the option of hiring an online personal trainer or getting some exercise tips online. In addition, you get professional advice on what to eat and exercises to take up significantly during this holiday season where there is always so much food. Online exercises are also very flexible as you can always decide on the time you are comfortable exercising; it does not have to be some fixed time.
Through online exercising, you get to spend time with your family as you can always exercise together or they can keep you company. You also get to strengthen your muscles and boost your immunity through regular exercises.
Ebooks
Ebooks are a perfect way to pass the time during this holiday season. You can always buy books from different sites online, and some sites have free books. So step out of your comfort zone, try different genres, and try other authors because there are many online books. You can never go wrong with books because you get to learn something new and at the same time entertain yourself.
Music
Music is therapeutic. You probably want to catch up with new singles and albums that your favourite artists put out during the year during the holiday season. You may also want to listen to Christmas carols. There are many music platforms such as Spotify, Boomplay and Apple Music where you can play any type of music you like.
Learning a New Language
Use this free time to learn a new language. It is exciting to learn a new language, and it could also open you up to new opportunities where knowing a particular language is an added advantage.
Take Up a New Course
You can choose to use this holiday to take up a new course. You do not have to take an engaging course. It could be as simple as taking up photography classes if you enjoy capturing things using your phone or camera. Learn the basics, and you will live to utilize the skills.
There are many sites where you can learn something new or a new skill. One of the platforms is Youtube, and the benefit of the platform is that it is free; you will only need a strong internet connection.
Window Shopping
Many people enjoy gifting their loved ones and getting themselves something new during this holiday season. It may be challenging to decide what you want to buy for your loved ones. You can window shop on online stores and check the different products and services.
You will realize that there are many gifting options for your loved ones. There are also numerous ways to save up your money when shopping during the holiday season. You could also save up other times that you can purchase as time passes; you do not have to buy everything that impresses you.
Instagram is one of the social media platforms where you can engage with many people through photos and creative videos. You do not need any skills to create content on Instagram. You only need to start, be a bit creative and put your content out there.
You will always meet people who resonate with what you post. You can also spend your time scrolling Instagram to check the content people are putting out.
Online Book Discussions
Online book discussions would be a nice way to keep you busy during the holiday season if you enjoy reading and analyzing books. One of the advantages of online book discussion is meeting like-minded people who share similar thoughts and ideas as you.
You also get to understand different perspectives and opinions of individuals as you discuss various themes related to the books. In addition, you get an opportunity to share your thoughts with people and ask questions that you may have concerning the books you discuss.
You do not have to spend the rest of your holiday bored and sulking. You could enjoy many activities alone and with your loved ones.
