Four Ideas for a Memorable Summer 2021

Make the most of the season with these fun activities and savings from CAA’s Rewards partners

By Athena Tsavliris

Posted: June 17, 2021 09:25 AM ET

Pandemic life has shifted our priorities, placing simple pleasures such as picnics, outdoor activities and road trips at the top of our summer bucket lists. Here’s how to make the most of the season with a little help from CAA Rewards partners.

Organize a family photoshoot
Go on a picnic
Enjoy the outdoors
Take a road trip

Organize a family photoshoot

A mom, a dad and two school-aged kids in summer clothes and sun hats taking a selfie with their cellphone on a selfie stick

Gather the special people in your life for a photo session. Pick a location that has particular meaning to your family, whether it’s your own backyard or a hiking spot. For a picture-perfect look, don some new clothes, whether it’s coordinating attire from Frank and Oak, RW&CO. or Reitmans, or opt for matching looks from Simons, Joe Fresh, Roots or Carter's Say cheese!

CAA Member offer: earn up to 10 percent in CAA Dollars^® from Frank and Oak, earn 4 percent in CAA Dollars® when you shop online at Simons, Roots or Reitmans, and earn 5 percent in CAA Dollars® when you shop online at Joe Fresh or Carter’s through the eStore. When shopping in-store or online at RW&CO., Members save 10 percent.

Go on a picnic

A young girl with blond hair lying on her smiling dad's back with her arms wrapped his neck. In the background is a woman sitting on a blanket with a young boy sitting in front of her. They have plates of food in front of them.

Make your picnics feel like a special occasion with a checkered blanket and some lemonade. Deviled eggs, chicken salad, cucumber sandwiches and brownies are always crowd pleasers. Online grocers like INABUGGY make life easy with fresh ingredients delivered right to your door.

Craving food from your favourite restaurant? Order yummy appetizers and entrees from Montana’s, Swiss Chalet and East Side Mario’s for an instant alfresco meal. Don’t forget dessert, too.

CAA Member offer: save $10 when you order online from INABUGGY. Receive 10 percent off when dining in or ordering online from Montana’s or East Side Mario’s or save 10 percent when you order online from Swiss Chalet for pickup or delivery.

Enjoy the outdoors

An overhead photo of four people sitting on a red checkered blanket on the grass having a picnic. They have a cut watermelon in front of them with two other plates of food, as well as individual yellow bowls in front of each of them.

With the warm weather finally upon us, everyone wants to enjoy time outdoors. If you’re looking to try a new water sport, shop online at SAIL for canoes, kayaks and standup paddle boards. For all of your camping and hiking needs, Altitude Sports has you covered with tents, sleeping bags and hiking boots.

CAA Member offer: shop online at the eStore to earn up to 5 percent in CAA Dollars® at SAIL or earn 4 percent in CAA Dollars® at Altitude Sports.

Take a road trip

A woman with two kids, one in a pink T-shirt and another in a grey t-shirt standing at the trunk of their car with a small white dog.

This summer, Ontario really is yours to discover. Take a road trip to explore the beautiful wilderness of the Carolinian Forest or canoe the French River. Rent a car through Enterprise, Alamo or National and don’t forget to book a hotel with a Best Western Hotels and Resorts along your route.

If travelling in an RV has always been your dream, consider renting a motorhome from CanaDream. The time is now.

CAA Member offer: save 5 percent or more and earn up to 10 CAA Dollars® when you rent a vehicle with Alamo and Enterprise or save up to 20 percent and earn up to 10 percent in CAA Dollars® when you book with National. Save up to 15 percent when reserving a room at Best Western Hotels and save 5 percent off a vehicle rental charge and receive a free additional driver from CanaDream.

Save More with CAA

For more Member savings and discounts, visit caasco.com/partners.

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