Posted on 3/31/2020

5 Ways to Experience New Smyrna Beach at Home

Daydreaming of a time where the ocean was outside your window and the powdery white sand just steps away? While life at home has its joys, it certainly struggles to top vacation days spent in New Smyrna Beach. Before you come down with a case of the beach blues, weâve brainstormed 5 fun at-home activities that will help ease your NSB separation. While itâs not quite the same as the sand and sea, youâll find yourself feeling a bit closer to paradise.

1. Pull out the Sunscreen and Swimsuit

The Atlantic may not be in your backyard, but the sun sure is! Pull out the below beach essentials and set up your own mini oasis outside. Weâve listed our complete at-home beach set-up that takes minutes to create and hours to enjoy. Save it to your phone or computer for future reference!

2. Treat Yourself to Seafood Dining

Good seafood isnât limited to only Norwoodâs or Flagler Tavern, you can make your own buttery shrimp or zesty salmon delicious enough to rival their menu. Weâve listed two easy and YUMMY recipes with simple steps and ingredients found in your local grocery store.

Sheet Pan Salmon with Citrus Avocado Salsa

Who doesnât love a recipe that only uses one dish?! This sheet pan salmon is loved by chef and novice like as it looks and tastes gourmet⦠just without hours of hard work! This recipeâs ingredients stick to on-hand basics such as spices, herbs, potatoes, and citrus- the only thing youâll likely need to purchase is the salmon. Click here for the full recipe.

Easy Mediterranean Shrimp Recipe

Shrimp, bell peppers, and a white wine-olive oil sauce? Yes, please! This skillet-only recipe takes a seafood staple and livens it with fresh veggies and colorful spices that will keep you coming back for more. Itâs hearty, healthy, and only takes 25 minutes from start to finish. View the full recipe here.

3. Decorate Your Home with the Seaâs Treasure

Even if New Smyrna Beach is miles away, you can still experience the calming presence of the ocean... in your own home! Search through your last tripâs souvenirs and pick out the prettiest seashells you saved. Natureâs gems make for beautiful home displays; channel your creative side and DIY beach décor with materials you have at home. Explore creative beach crafts here! If you donât have seashells on hand, you can recreate your favorite beach scene with canvas and paint or simply print and frame one a beautiful NSB picture.

4. Make Your Own NSB Bucket List

If you canât get the beach off your brain, youâre not alone! Instead of pining for lost sunny days in the sand, put your daydreams to use by writing them out as a bucket list. Scribble down all the places you want to visit, things you want to do, restaurants you want to try, and shops you want to frequent the next time you stay. You can even browse our beach vacation rentals and list the top 5 you plan on vacationing in in the future!

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