Get High On Life While Summer Lasts

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The vacations are about to get over and there is hardly any time left to chill out. So, make the most of the time in hand and organise a hot and happening party!

The beauty of summer entertaining goes well beyond a dress code of tank tops, shorts and shades. In summer, the size of your dinner table doesn't limit your guest list and you can go super creative with party themes and activities. As you plan out parties, consider these ideas that will make you feel like the coolest host even when the temperature heats up!

Since there is hardly anytime left to book a tropical holiday for yourself and your friends now, throw an exotic version of the classic cocktail social.

  • Get a few co-hosts and conceptualise differently flavoured destination themes. Ask each co-host to provide one drink, one appetiser and a tabletop decor for his or her destination. Review the menu with the group to ensure variety.
  • Let guests know they'll be heading to exotic places by sending invites on travel postcards or fake passports.
  • Scatter the snack stations around your backyard. If necessary, rent a few banquet tables and tablecloths.
  • Evoke the feel of each destination by decorating the stations with colours from the respective national flags or showcasing the typical regional table-top items.
  • To fully transport guests, serve easy fingerfoods and cocktails, such as chips, French cheese and French bread, wine and satays and beer. Don't forget a non-alcoholic option, or your evening affair could turn into a slumber party.
  • Who says summer games are just for kids? Rekindle magical childhood memories with a day of good old-fashioned fun and outdoor festivities. Set up your garden for outdoor fun. Fill balloons with water and stack them in a giant bucket for a water balloon fight. Design a sack-race runway and place old pillow cases at both ends. Procure a banquet table and seats for a pie-eating contest.
  • Designate a picnic area. Spread one or a number of blankets in a shaded spot and include floor cushions and cluster your outdoor furniture to create a big family picnic vibe.
  • For a perfect finale, play music from each destination. Don't forget to remind the co-hosts of the party to stay back and help clean up.
  • At the end of the party, hold an awards ceremony and give game winners prizes such as classic board games or sweets.

Michael Douglas is a proud contributing author and writes articles on family and relationships. Visit his website Love-Lectures.com, to know more about him and his favourite write-ups.

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