How To Survive The Heatwave In Your Phoenix Apartment

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The cicadas are singing, pools are open, and the beaches and lakes are packed! Summer means fun and relaxation, but it also means sometimes oppressive heat and looking for ways to keep cool. Here, we’ll touch on the best ways to keep cool during the hottest temperatures of the summer.

Enjoy Our Outdoor Amenities

Taking a dip in our ultra-luxe pool is the best way to relax during an extended heatwave, and our spa can add a little touch of pampering to your poolside experience. When the sun sets and the temperatures start to drop, you can spend time with family and friends in the outdoor lounge area and fire pits.

Rental-Friendly Ways to Cool Down Your Home

If you’re planning on spending the day indoors, there are plenty of ways to keep your apartment cool without hiking up your utility bill. Blackout curtains, for example, can keep out that scorching Arizona sun and keep the heat at bay. This is especially true if you have a south-facing apartment that receives full sun.

It might also be a good choice to replace lights that generate a lot of heat, like incandescent bulbs. LED bulbs are cooler and use less energy, which is another way to lower the cost of your monthly utilities.

Local Attractions That Will Help You Keep Cool

Pheonix’s public pools, including Cortez Pool, are open on select days during the summer season and are a great way to spend time with friends and family during the hot weather. These pools are also close to shopping centers like Biltmore Fashion Park, which are great places to browse while you stay out of the sun.

Arizona might be sweltering this season, but there are plenty of ways to stay out of the sun around the city and right at home at Vela on Camelback.

Vela On Camelback Holiday Guide

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Holiday Celebrations for Phoenix Residents

Happy Holidays from Vela on Camelback! With the end of 2020 fast approaching, it’s time to get into the festive spirit and enjoy the holidays.

How to Decorate Your Apartment for the Holidays

Decorating your home doesn’t need to be hard. Simple little additions can liven up your home and put you in a festive mood. Placing live greenery like small pine branches, will fill your home with a fresh scent and facilitate a calming atmosphere. Adding pops of red and green (or your chosen colors) around the apartment adds festivity while also being easy.

How to Get Into the Holiday Spirit

The holidays are fast approaching, so it’s time to get into the holiday spirit. It’s quite easy to do by listening to holiday music while decorating your apartment or baking up a storm. Before you start baking cookies and other yummy goods, take 5 minutes to create a playlist on Spotify, Apple Music, or a similar app that you can listen to and sing along with as you cook or decorate.

Holiday Events Near Your Apartment (can include New Years Events

If you want to get outside into the world, while also remaining safe, the Phoenix Zoo is hosting a drive-thru holiday lights experience, Cruise Zoolights. The event runs until January 28th.

Another drive-thru event for the holidays is the World of Illumination. It is an animated light show that features interactive displays that provide an animated musical extravaganza using your favorite music.

For those that are artistically minded or want to see the Sistine Chapel up close. Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition is a perfect event to attend. The exhibit consists of 34 replica panels of frescos painted on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. The event is open from November 20th to February 2021.

No matter what event you attend, or how you decorate your home, enjoy the holiday break.

Thanksgiving at Vela on Camelback

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Thanksgiving is almost here. We know that 2020 threw many curveballs, but there are many memorable ways to be thankful and enjoy your Thanksgiving meal.

So how can you and your family have a successful Thanksgiving in Phoenix? Check out some of our tips to enjoy your Thanksgiving at Vela on Camelback.

 

Cooking tips and recipes.

Families know that the best part of Thanksgiving is coming together for a delicious, home-cooked meal. Who doesn’t love a good turkey, mashed potatoes, and homemade cranberry sauce?

We love all that stuff. And we also think that 2020 is the perfect year to introduce a new Thanksgiving recipe to your family.

Many Thanksgiving recipes are floating around the internet. Pinterest is a great place to start. For kids, we recommend satisfying their sweet tooth with sweet potato casserole.

If you’re looking for something new, keep and break tradition at the same time by finding a new way to enjoy sweet potatoes. A burrito sweet potato? Count us in!

 

Safety In the kitchen

We understand that safety is a top priority this year. The best idea is to plan ahead and making sure your Thanksgiving follows CDC guidelines. To prevent too many cooks in the kitchen, we recommend prepping your meal ahead of time.

 

There are ways to make sure your family is safe outside the kitchen. Encourage your family to spend time outside. We recommend enjoying open space and quality time at the spacious Steele Indian School Park. It’s right around the corner from Vela on Camelback Apartments!

 

Online Black Friday Shopping

Enjoy the benefits of Black Friday without the hostile crowds. While we love deals from household names such as Target and Marshall’s, we also recommend taking advantage of deals from local businesses. Many small Phoenix businesses are taking advantage of online sales. Be sure to stay up-to-date on new items and sales from Phoenix’s local boutiques!

 

Be Thankful This Thanksgiving

There are many ways to be thankful this Thanksgiving. While 2020 presented many struggles and adjustments for Phoenix families, at Vela on Camelback, you can still enjoy your family’s perfectly imperfect Thanksgiving.

Celebrating Halloween at Vela on Camelback

Kick Back And Enjoy A Night Off With These Halloween Tricks And Treats!

Halloween can often seem like an oasis in a dessert—and here at Vela On Camelback that’s exactly what we want this year’s festivities to be. We think it’s about time you had a night of relaxed, safe, fun, so here are our suggestions for how you can celebrate Halloween in Phoenix this October.

How To Decorate Your Apartment

Some people love to go all out for scares on Halloween—and there are some positively ghoulish ideas coming up—but not everyone is looking to take that approach. Halloween can also be a time to get whimsical and indulge your sweet tooth, so why not follow that lead with your decoration and make these cute party pumpkins

If you do want something a bit more frightful, try these truly creepy adornments for your Halloween candy.

How To Celebrate At Home

If you’re celebrating Halloween at home this October, finding something to do with the children can be a frightening proposition! Any other year, and they would be tired out from trick or treating, and stuffed with candy! But this year, everyone is going to have to get a little creative. Don’t worry though, try out this delightfully tactile game and this Halloween spin on a party classic and you’ll be sure to have a fun night for all the family

Don’t forget to make sure there’s plenty of food and drink to go around with this Halloween snack mix.

Halloween Hotspots Near You

Of course, you can still don your very best Halloween costumes and head out—there will be no haunted houses or trick or treating—but there are still plenty of safe, socially distanced Halloween events happening right here in Phoenix:

We want everyone to stay safe this Halloween—but we also want everyone to have a good time! So make sure you plan your socially distanced Halloween party in Phoenix.

Transforming Your Space With Trending Apartment Decor

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Where you live can determine your comfort level and mood. As a new resident of Vela on Camelback, you have the freedom to transform the already cheery apartment space into a home that’s totally yours. This starts with incorporating trendy decor! Here are the currently trending apartment decor styles and picks you have got to get your hands on.

 

Minimal Decor for Those Seeking Calm

 

Looking to capture a sense of serenity into your space? Modern minimal decor might be the answer to your call. This timeless design trend compliments nearly every space, with its clean lines, geometric patterns, and simple yet beautiful furnishings. Check out this helpful guide to learn more about modern minimal design and how it can create calm in your apartment. 

 

Summer Decor for Fun-Loving Spirits

 

We enter the season of summer this month! As the days get longer, brighter, and sunnier, you can start to bring that same energy into your living spaces with summer decor for your apartment. This seasonal style is marked by nautical-themed accouterments, natural textures like jute and wood, and bright pops of color. Look to this listicle for more apartment design inspo for your summer decor dreams!

 

Get Trendy Decor, Delivered

 

Want to redecorate but don’t want to go out to the store? Now more than ever it is easy to get your fashionable picks delivered to your door. There are tons of online shopping options for furnishings, so you can pick your faves from the comfort of home and get them sent right to you. All Modern is the place to go for modern minimal furnishings you’ll love, like this intriguing coffee table. And summer decor fans can find charming, handcrafted furnishings over at Etsy! This pineapple-themed wall art is sure to make you smile every time you see it!

 

With a little creativity and interior design savvy, your trendy decor picks are sure to make your apartment shine. How are you planning on redecorating your space? Let us know in the comments!

How to Handle the Transition to Working Remotely

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Made the switch to working remotely recently? You’re not alone! Experiencing a change in your regular routine can be jarring, but with the right plan and mindset, you can turn the situation around. Here are some helpful daily practices to try through your work from home journey here at Vela on Camelback!

 

Set Aside a Home Office Space

 

If you’re missing the stability of your office cubicle, having your own workstation can help you feel more in control. One important point to remember is to set up shop away from your bedroom, that way, you won’t disrupt your sleep cycle. For a breath of fresh air and some sunshine, place your workstation on your patio/balcony! Need more suggestions on how to organize your home office space? Check out this list!

 

Create a New Work from Home Schedule

 

Your previous daily routine might be interrupted when you make the switch to remote work. You can adapt by tweaking things up to make a new set schedule; this will keep you on task and feeling balanced while you work from home. Waking up at the same time every day, getting dressed for work, and setting a time to end the day are all examples of how you can maintain balance in your new routine.

 

Remember to Take Healthy Breaks

 

You may feel the urge to completely occupy your time while working from home. But don’t overdo it! Remembering to take breaks when needed will keep your body and mind ready for the tasks at hand. Taking your full lunch hour, pausing for some strengthening yoga poses, and implementing the 20-20-20 rule are all great tips on keeping yourself happy and healthy while you work from home.

 

After taking these steps, you may find your remote work routine may even be a positive change! How are you planning on structuring your work from home schedule? Let us know in the comments!