It’s Almost Time For Florida’s 100 Deadly Days Of Summer
Usually the season between Memorial Day and Labor Day is for having fun, but it’s almost time for Florida’s 100 Deadly Days of Summer.
Living here in Florida in our year-round paradise, summer for us is more than just a few months. With our weather, it makes for an extended period of time to visit the beautiful beaches of Fort Myers, Naples and Sanibel and Captiva islands, have pool parties and plenty of BBQ’s. But the period from the upcoming Memorial Day holiday and Labor Day in September has a dark side as it’s known as the 100 Deadly Days of Summer.
It’s Almost Time For Florida’s 100 Deadly Days Of Summer
In Southwest Florida, I feel like traffic is getting worse year after year and with that, there’s an influx in car accidents. But it could get worse pretty soon. Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody warns of the 100 Deadly Days of Summer- the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Why does that time period have that name? Because it’s the most dangerous time for teen drivers. While March is the deadliest month for teen drivers, this 100-day span typically sees an influx of deadly crashes among teen drivers.
Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reports that as of earlier this month, over 205,000 teens are driving with a learner’s license. While they do have to be in the car with a licensed driver over 21, that is still a large number of new drivers that lack experience on the roads. With a learner’s license, teen drivers can be on the roads during daylight for the first 3 months after it’s issued and until 10pm after 3 months.
I know it’s exciting to finally have the freedom to drive, but even more fun is getting to where you’re going safely. So let’s all have fun this summer- be safe on the roads!
Fun and Affordable Staycation Ideas
Netflix and Chill
Have a vacation in your living room or bedroom. Make it a movie-watching marathon. Watch a string of your favorite guilty-pleasure movies or binge-watch a brand new series. Either way, it’ll be cozy and comfy.
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Visit a Local or National Park
If you have a state or national park nearby, use your vacation time to go adventuring. Being at a local park can offer some breathtaking scenery, especially in the summer. Have a picnic out there, too. If you don’t have a state or national park close by, try a local park.
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Visit a Local Museum or Art Gallery
Nearly every town has a local museum or art gallery. Perhaps you’ve never really had the time to visit your local museum or art spot. Use your vacation time to explore those local spots, and you might find a new favorite place.
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Stay at a Local Hotel, Airbnb or Bed-and-Breakfast
If you’ve driven by that new hotel for a while and wondered what it’s like inside, why not book it for a night? You don’t have to be traveling to say at a hotel, Airbnb or local bed-and-breakfast. It can make for an exciting adventure right in your backyard.
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Have a Party
Using vacation time to plan a big party for friends is a good use of that time. Instead of traveling around the world, bring to world to you. Invite lots of your good friends, and spend some of the cash you would have on a vacation for your party. It’ll be the party of the year. Make that decade.
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Have a Spa Day
Pamper yourself. Maybe you think having a spa day is too much of a luxury, but if you’re saving money by not taking a big trip, why not use that money for a spa day? It’s not just for ladies, either. Guys can book a spa day for a variety of services. It’ll make for a day of bliss.
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