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Thanksgiving is next week and that means the holiday season is right around the corner! It's about time to start consuming candy canes, putting up lights, and making baked goods. It's hard to resist the urge to get into the holiday spirit before Thanksgiving, trust us. If you're someone who's itching to get into the spirit of the season without going too overboard before December gets here, we've got your back! Toyota of Clermont has the perfect guide for you to get into the spirit of the season before it's completely acceptable. Getting Holiday Ready Without Going Overboard Start Getting Your Lights Out of Storage If your holiday lights are tucked away in the garage or attic or maybe locked away in a storage unit somewhere, you might want to start finding them. A good holiday celebrator wastes no time when it comes to decorating their house and you need to be ready as soon as Thanksgiving dinner is over. When you have some spare time, start to comb through your storage areas and find your decorations and lights so you're ready when December rolls around. Plan Out Your Holiday Recipes The holidays are the best time of the year for baking delicious treats like cookies, cakes, and everything in between. It's time to finally dive into all the cooking videos you've saved throughout the year and start compiling them. We recommend printing out your preferred recipes for easy reference and so you can easily refer to them later. After you've found your recipes, create a big list of ingredients and get ready to do some grocery shopping. Read Gift Catalogs There's no better time to catch up on the latest toys, clothes, and video games than the holiday season as you'll likely be purchasing several as gifts for others. To gear up for the season, start browsing through gift catalogs and guides and do plenty of research to make sure you're planning on purchasing the right and perfect gifts. Start Looking for a Tree If you're the type of holiday decorator that loves the smell of pine needles and likes to use a natural tree, it might be time to start looking. There's nothing more fun than enjoying the brisk weather and combing through tree after tree in search of the perfect one to bring into your home. With so many places selling trees during the holiday season, you'll definitely have your work cut out for you. Don't forget to coordinate your decorations and a general color scheme for your tree. Queue Up Your Holiday Movie Watchlist Holiday movies are easily one of the best parts of getting into the holiday spirit. As you'll likely be spending a great deal of time enjoying the cinema of the season, make sure to prep ahead of time by getting a watchlist or queue together. Ready for the holiday season already? Festive fun and cheer are just around the corner. Have fun preparing and enjoy the start of the holiday season!

Thanksgiving is next week and that means the holiday season is right around the corner! It's about time to start consuming candy canes, putting up lights, and making baked goods. It's hard to resist the urge to get into the holiday spirit before Thanksgiving, trust us. If you're someone who's itching to get into the spirit of the season without going too overboard before December gets here, we've got your back! Toyota of Clermont has the perfect guide for you to get into the spirit of the season before it's completely acceptable. Getting Holiday Ready Without Going Overboard Start Getting Your Lights Out of Storage If your holiday lights are tucked away in the garage or attic or maybe locked away in a storage unit somewhere, you might want to start finding them. A good holiday celebrator wastes no time when it comes to decorating their house and you need to be ready as soon as Thanksgiving dinner is over. When you have some spare time, start to comb through your storage areas and find your decorations and lights so you're ready when December rolls around. Plan Out Your Holiday Recipes The holidays are the best time of the year for baking delicious treats like cookies, cakes, and everything in between. It's time to finally dive into all the cooking videos you've saved throughout the year and start compiling them. We recommend printing out your preferred recipes for easy reference and so you can easily refer to them later. After you've found your recipes, create a big list of ingredients and get ready to do some grocery shopping. Read Gift Catalogs There's no better time to catch up on the latest toys, clothes, and video games than the holiday season as you'll likely be purchasing several as gifts for others. To gear up for the season, start browsing through gift catalogs and guides and do plenty of research to make sure you're planning on purchasing the right and perfect gifts. Start Looking for a Tree If you're the type of holiday decorator that loves the smell of pine needles and likes to use a natural tree, it might be time to start looking. There's nothing more fun than enjoying the brisk weather and combing through tree after tree in search of the perfect one to bring into your home. With so many places selling trees during the holiday season, you'll definitely have your work cut out for you. Don't forget to coordinate your decorations and a general color scheme for your tree. Queue Up Your Holiday Movie Watchlist Holiday movies are easily one of the best parts of getting into the holiday spirit. As you'll likely be spending a great deal of time enjoying the cinema of the season, make sure to prep ahead of time by getting a watchlist or queue together. Ready for the holiday season already? Festive fun and cheer are just around the corner. Have fun preparing and enjoy the start of the holiday season!

It's finally Friday (yay!) and it's time to celebrate the final arrival of the weekend after a long week. While there are definitely a number of great things to do this weekend around Clermont, sometimes you need to get away for a little while. There are the theme parks, different cities, and new restaurants and shops that you've never visited before. But, with the weather being so nice this weekend, it's the perfect time to go the beach! Florida is truly home to the best beaches around and they're right in our backyard (unless you live in Clermont, in which case it's all lakes)! If you're not sure which beach to visit this weekend, Toyota of Clermont is here with a guide to the best beaches you should visit to soak up the sun. The Best Beaches You Should Visit This Weekend New Smyrna Beach If you're looking for an amazing beach that you don't have to drive far to get to, New Smyrna Beach is an excellent option. First, you can park directly on the beach which keeps things super convenient (but, maybe a tad sandy). The sand is powder white and hard packed and perfect for making sand castles. Being right on the space coast, the waves are a tad rougher than the gulf beaches, but that doesn't mean you can't catch a wave or two on a surf board. When you're finished with the beach, feel free to wander around the village for a cold beverage or a ice cream cone. Siesta Key Beach Rated as the one of the best beaches in the U.S., Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota is a Florida favorite. It's a far drive from Clermont, but it's well worth it. The sand is a white powder that feels amazing beneath your feet and the delicate waves are inviting. The warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico are soothing for swimmers and there are several nearby restaurants and attractions for everyone. Clearwater Beach Staying at number one on the best beaches in the U.S. list, Clearwater Beach is located just outside of Tampa and St. Pete. This beach stretches for three miles and features fine white sand and a beautiful pier. The water is largely shallow which makes it a perfect spot for families. The pier features nighttime festivities and beautiful sunset views. St. Augustine Beach A beach town with so much history and a shoreline perfect for pictures, St. Augustine Beach is undoubtedly one of the best beaches you can visit this weekend. The delicate sand is great for laying out and flat shoreline make skimboarding and other water sports a breeze. When you're finished catching some rays of sunshine, feel free to wander to St. Augustine's historical landmarks, like the iconic lighthouse (we hear it might be haunted). Daytona Beach Just up the street from New Smyrna, and home to NASCAR, Daytona Beach is another great beach for convenience and great waves. You can park right along the expansive shoreline and enjoy the waves and soak up some sun. Have a great weekend everyone, soak up some sun, and always wear sunscreen!

It's finally Friday (yay!) and it's time to celebrate the final arrival of the weekend after a long week. While there are definitely a number of great things to do this weekend around Clermont, sometimes you need to get away for a little while. There are the theme parks, different cities, and new restaurants and shops that you've never visited before. But, with the weather being so nice this weekend, it's the perfect time to go the beach! Florida is truly home to the best beaches around and they're right in our backyard (unless you live in Clermont, in which case it's all lakes)! If you're not sure which beach to visit this weekend, Toyota of Clermont is here with a guide to the best beaches you should visit to soak up the sun. The Best Beaches You Should Visit This Weekend New Smyrna Beach If you're looking for an amazing beach that you don't have to drive far to get to, New Smyrna Beach is an excellent option. First, you can park directly on the beach which keeps things super convenient (but, maybe a tad sandy). The sand is powder white and hard packed and perfect for making sand castles. Being right on the space coast, the waves are a tad rougher than the gulf beaches, but that doesn't mean you can't catch a wave or two on a surf board. When you're finished with the beach, feel free to wander around the village for a cold beverage or a ice cream cone. Siesta Key Beach Rated as the one of the best beaches in the U.S., Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota is a Florida favorite. It's a far drive from Clermont, but it's well worth it. The sand is a white powder that feels amazing beneath your feet and the delicate waves are inviting. The warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico are soothing for swimmers and there are several nearby restaurants and attractions for everyone. Clearwater Beach Staying at number one on the best beaches in the U.S. list, Clearwater Beach is located just outside of Tampa and St. Pete. This beach stretches for three miles and features fine white sand and a beautiful pier. The water is largely shallow which makes it a perfect spot for families. The pier features nighttime festivities and beautiful sunset views. St. Augustine Beach A beach town with so much history and a shoreline perfect for pictures, St. Augustine Beach is undoubtedly one of the best beaches you can visit this weekend. The delicate sand is great for laying out and flat shoreline make skimboarding and other water sports a breeze. When you're finished catching some rays of sunshine, feel free to wander to St. Augustine's historical landmarks, like the iconic lighthouse (we hear it might be haunted). Daytona Beach Just up the street from New Smyrna, and home to NASCAR, Daytona Beach is another great beach for convenience and great waves. You can park right along the expansive shoreline and enjoy the waves and soak up some sun. Have a great weekend everyone, soak up some sun, and always wear sunscreen!