Nobody wants to sit at home all summer with nothing to do. If you find your roommate and yourself doing this a lot, we’ve got some suggestions for you! Here at roommates.com, we want to help you find your perfect match, which means a healthy home environment and having fun with each other! Continue reading to see our suggestions for fun summer experiences with your roommate this year.

1. Plan a road trip! 

A road trip with your roommate can be a great way to get out of the house and experience a change of scenery. But don’t let the word road trip overwhelm you! Your road trip duration can be a weekend, 2-day, or even a week-long event. You can plan your trip to match your schedule, energy levels, and goals of the trip. 

Here are some things to consider:

• How long do you want to be gone?

• What scenery do you want to experience?

• If overnight, will you get a hotel, rent an Airbnb, or camp?

• What are the major stops you want to do?

• Will driving be shared?

• Will you pack food or plan to stop for meals? 

• How long are you willing to be in the car at once? 

A road trip can be a great bonding experience. Before leaving, make sure you have a plan to reduce any confusion and meet each other's expectations for the trip!

2. Beach Picnic 

Going to the beach is the perfect way to relax in the summer. But a beach picnic is even better! Plan to get sandwiches from a store or make some food at home! Decide what activities you want to do. Bring a deck of cards, a board, a game, coloring sheets, or anything you enjoy doing! For the most relaxing experience, plan this for a weekday to avoid the weekend crowds. This will ensure you can get a spot near the water and enjoy each other's company! 

Don’t have a beach near you? Find a park nearby or even an open grassy area. This can be your backyard, camping area, playground, park, or anywhere near you that is easy to get to!

3. Join Co-ed Sports 

Co-ed sports are an easy and fun way to meet other people and be active. Playing a sport together is also a great bonding experience. It’s a way to learn more about your roommate in a setting that you aren’t generally in together. Many group sports can range from basketball and volleyball to kickball and cricket. Or even check out a running group! There's something for everyone! 

If there’s not an option for co-ed sports near you, make your own! Join your city's Reddit Page or create a public Facebook event. Little by little, people in your area will start showing up to play with you! If you’re not looking to be in these social settings, find activities that two people can do. Try tennis, pickleball, jogging, volleyball, squash, or anything else you can come up with. Many parks and recreation departments have free outdoor pickleball courts open to the general public. Just make sure you bring your equipment (paddles are relatively economical)!

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