{"id":37101,"date":"2022-12-15T09:23:19","date_gmt":"2022-12-15T07:23:19","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?p=37101"},"modified":"2022-12-15T09:23:19","modified_gmt":"2022-12-15T07:23:19","slug":"tips-to-get-your-home-ready-for-a-summer-staycation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/tips-to-get-your-home-ready-for-a-summer-staycation\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Get Your Home Ready for a Summer Staycation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>More and more South Africans are embracing the staycation boom according to the country\u2019s Department of Tourism which says staycations have become a key travel trend for years to come. While the end-of-year festive season sales is often touted as the best time of the year to get high-end electronics and appliances, consumers can also take advantage of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/campaigns\/view-campaign\/575\/home-and-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">some DIY deals<\/a> to prepare for summer staycations.<\/p>\n<div class=\"vlp-link-container vlp-layout-pricecheck-visual-link-template\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/search?search=outdoor+furniture\" class=\"vlp-link\" title=\"Jazz Up Your Garden with Some Great Deals on Outdoor Furniture\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-side\"><div class=\"vlp-block-2 vlp-link-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width: 150px;\" width=\"150\" height=\"97\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/outdoor-pallet-furniture.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-150x999 size-150x999\" alt=\"pallet patio furniture\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/outdoor-pallet-furniture.jpeg 700w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/outdoor-pallet-furniture-300x194.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/outdoor-pallet-furniture-214x140.jpeg 214w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">Jazz Up Your Garden with Some Great Deals on Outdoor Furniture<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">Compare Prices &amp; Shop Online | PriceCheck<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>Over the festive period, a lot of customers are looking to shop for both large and small renovation projects.\u00a0From building that backyard braai, to upgrading the kitchen, or even investing in a generator to keep the vacation spirits high during load shedding, here are some DIY hacks to make your dream staycation a reality.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-33782 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/summer-pool-party_hero-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"pool party garden\" width=\"703\" height=\"396\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/summer-pool-party_hero-300x169.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/summer-pool-party_hero-768x432.jpeg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/summer-pool-party_hero.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 703px) 100vw, 703px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Stay cool in the summer heat<\/h3>\n<p>South African summers are notorious for their often-excessive heat and sunshine that can get too hot to handle. So, you should ensure that you&#8217;re well-equipped to offer everyone respite from the heat when the need arises to rush inside to cool down.<\/p>\n<div class=\"vlp-link-container vlp-layout-pricecheck-visual-link-template\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/search?search=air+conditioner\" class=\"vlp-link\" title=\"Find the Best Deals on Air Conditioner Units | Compare Prices &amp; Shop Online | PriceCheck\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-side\"><div class=\"vlp-block-2 vlp-link-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width: 150px;\" width=\"150\" height=\"85\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/LG-Art-cool.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-150x999 size-150x999\" alt=\"LG Artcool air conditioner\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/LG-Art-cool.jpeg 800w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/LG-Art-cool-300x169.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/LG-Art-cool-768x433.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">Find the Best Deals on Air Conditioner Units | Compare Prices &amp; Shop Online | PriceCheck<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">Click to Compare Prices &amp; Shop Online | PriceCheck<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>Consider installing an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/search?search=air+conditioner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">air conditioner<\/a> will provide some much-needed refuge from the sweltering heat and an excellent way to effectively cool down the air temperature to the ideal point through a refrigeration cycle. This investment will also pay off with the cold South African winters, providing ample heating as much as it will cool down your home.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-32470 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/LG-Art-cool-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"LG Artcool air conditioner\" width=\"701\" height=\"395\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/LG-Art-cool-300x169.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/LG-Art-cool-768x433.jpeg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/LG-Art-cool.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Keep your feasts merry<\/h3>\n<p>The last thing you need while halfway through your festive feast cooking is an unscheduled power outage (or even a forgotten load-shedding slot), bringing all your master-chef-level cooking plans to a grinding halt.<\/p>\n<div class=\"vlp-link-container vlp-layout-pricecheck-visual-link-template\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/campaigns\/view-campaign\/449\/braai-deals\" class=\"vlp-link\" title=\"Find the Best Deals on Gas, Wood, and Charcoal Braais!\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-side\"><div class=\"vlp-block-2 vlp-link-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width: 150px;\" width=\"150\" height=\"100\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Weber_braai.jpg\" class=\"attachment-150x999 size-150x999\" alt=\"braai\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Weber_braai.jpg 900w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Weber_braai-300x200.jpg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Weber_braai-768x512.jpg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Weber_braai-104x69.jpg 104w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">Find the Best Deals on Gas, Wood, and Charcoal Braais!<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">Shop our top braai deals for Summer!<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>Investing in a small <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/search?search=gas+burner+hob\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">gas burner hob stove<\/a> will eliminate the risk of load shedding getting in the way of your cooking plans. This handy addition to your kitchen is gas-powered, it will provide instant heat, multiple-pot cooking, and energy efficiency to keep your pockets smiling throughout the festive season.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-35121 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/swimming-pool-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"701\" height=\"395\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/swimming-pool-300x169.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/swimming-pool-768x432.jpeg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/swimming-pool.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Don\u2019t lose that holiday sparkle<\/h3>\n<p>This time of year is ideal for you to wind down from work and relax with loved ones, and one of the best ways to do this is to light up a braai and spend the day by the pool &#8211; which means maintaining its sparkle and keeping it blue and radiant.<\/p>\n<p>Maintaining your pool correctly and using quality chemicals, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/search?search=pool+Chlorine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HTH Granular Chlorine<\/a>, will ensure you keep your cool summer entertainment area clean and safe for everyone, young and old, to enjoy more memorable moments.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-33125 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/BIC-braai-300x190.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"701\" height=\"444\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/BIC-braai-300x190.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/BIC-braai-768x486.jpeg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/BIC-braai-312x198.jpeg 312w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/BIC-braai-326x205.jpeg 326w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/BIC-braai-163x102.jpeg 163w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/BIC-braai.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Gather the family for a potjiekos feast<\/h3>\n<p>The best part about a South African staycation is immersing yourself in authentic South African traditions, like gathering the family around the fire for a mouth-watering potjiekos feast.<\/p>\n<div class=\"vlp-link-container vlp-layout-pricecheck-visual-link-template\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/campaign\/pages\/loadshedding\/56\" class=\"vlp-link\" title=\"Find the Best Loadshedding-Defeating Deals on PriceCheck\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-side\"><div class=\"vlp-block-2 vlp-link-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pricecheck.co.za\/images\/objects\/hash\/product\/d5e\/2fd\/5e4\/image_medium_197542619.jpg?1604111996\" style=\"max-width: 150px; max-height: 150px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vlp-layout-zone-main\"><div class=\"vlp-block-0 vlp-link-title\">Find the Best Loadshedding-Defeating Deals on PriceCheck<\/div><div class=\"vlp-block-1 vlp-link-summary\">Click to compare and shop generators, UPSs, lamps, and other energy options.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>All you\u2019ll need to turn this tradition into reality is fire, coal, the right ingredients, the great company of loved ones, and a three-legged cast iron potjie pot. It&#8217;s the ultimate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/search?search=braai+accessory\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">braai accessory<\/a> for holiday cooking.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-34868 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Husqvarna_generator-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"generator\" width=\"705\" height=\"397\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Husqvarna_generator-300x169.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Husqvarna_generator-768x432.jpeg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Husqvarna_generator.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 705px) 100vw, 705px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Keep the festive lights on during load shedding<\/h3>\n<p>With little chance of load shedding taking a vacation this festive season, it\u2019s a good idea to take proactive measures to keep the festive lights on by looking at alternative energy options. That way, you and your loved ones won\u2019t be left in the dark during your much-anticipated staycation.<\/p>\n<p>One of the best ways to do this is to invest in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/campaign\/pages\/loadshedding\/56\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">loadshedding solution<\/a> like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/campaign\/pages\/loadshedding\/56\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">generator<\/a>\u00a0or an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/campaign\/pages\/loadshedding\/56\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">inverter<\/a> to help power up your television, lights, internet, fridge, and karaoke machine to keep that holiday entertainment going!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Make the most of staying home this summer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":29273,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"amp_status":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2868,2849],"tags":[1442,10249,10248,6001,4261,6110,5170,6002,10250],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Braai_header.jpeg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/37101"}],"collection":[{"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/20"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=37101"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/37101\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":37145,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/37101\/revisions\/37145"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/29273"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=37101"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=37101"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=37101"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}