Does the saying “work hard, play hard” describe you perfectly? Do you put a lot of effort into your job, but now you want to put that same care into how you spend your downtime? Downtime is meant to give you a break from the routine and responsibilities and can be filled with enjoyable, relaxing, and even exciting activities. Let’s take a look at some of the best ways you can fill your spare time when living in South Africa.
Kick Back and Watch Your Favourite Sports
Another relaxing activity is to kick back and watch your favourite sports on television, or if available, you can stream a game. Streaming sports content also opens the door to other popular sports that tend to trend more outside of the country. As for what the most popular sports to watch in South Africa are, they include rugby, soccer/football and cricket. And if you want to level up the excitement and engagement level in how you consume sports, check out these various sports predictions by bettors.co.za to get the latest scoop.
There’s no reason to only be a spectator when it comes to sports either, as taking part in the sport is another enjoyable pastime, especially if you can get a bunch of friends together for a game. And if you like a more relaxed leisurely paced sport, a round of golf can be perfect.
Visit the Beach and Relax in the Sunshine
If you live near the coastline, visiting the beach can be one of the best and most relaxing activities in your downtime. And what’s even better is that, thanks to the warm temperature year-round, there is never a bad time to visit the beach. The winter months can be a bit more enjoyable since there doesn’t tend to be as many tourists crowding the main beaches.
Enjoy a Little Shopping Excursion
Even if you don’t need anything, visiting the shops and browsing can be a great way to unwind from a busy week. South Africa features all kinds of different shops from outdoor markets to large shopping malls, so you’ve got no shortage of options.
Discover New Favourite Dining Options
Then there is the cuisine of South Africa which is second to none and filled with bright and lively flavours. Rather than just visiting your typical favourite restaurants, why not make it a habit to branch out and try new ones? It could be a new local restaurant or a new-to-you cuisine.
If you’re not in the mood for a full meal, discovering a new coffee shop to hang out and chat with friends or read a book while sipping on a hot or cold beverage is perfect. There always seems to be new and exciting spots opening up in the category of dining, so keeping up with them can seem like a full-time job.
No matter how you spend your downtime, the goal should be to ensure it’s enjoyable, rewarding or relaxing for you.
