Fun Hostel Life Activities to Shake Off Boredom

Living in a hostel is one of the best experiences students can have while studying. Due to numerous reasons college students and working professionals shift to stranger cities and makes hostel their new home. While living in the hostel for a long-time things can start to get boring. Especially, when your roommates and friends are not there. You must take up some interesting activities and hobbies to keep yourself entertained as a student living in a PG hostel, no matter what the city is. This also holds true for working professionals who live in a PG. 

From binge-watching your favourite series to going on shopping sprees and getting fit together, your friends can help you settle in completely and comfortably. Making friends is not something that comes naturally to everyone, and it can be awkward and overwhelming at times. Simple ice-breaker activities can help you make friends and bond over your opinions on a movie or book, or you can be good gym buddies. 

Moving to a new city can be an entirely new experience, and spending time getting to know new people will help you understand others better, while you will learn new things both consciously and unconsciously. The new cities have a lot to offer in terms of food, shopping, and sightseeing, as well as a whole new world to discover. 

Here are some activities you can do with your roommate or hostel mates to get to know them better and form new bonds in a new environment. And most importantly keep yourself away from the jaws of boredom! 

Spend some time in a common area 

You will become bored more than once while living in PG. Roommates are fun to spend time with, but what do you do when they are unavailable or you are both bored together? If you live in a hostel that has common areas, we recommend that you spend some time in there as well. As the name implies, this location is intended for students to congregate in groups. It's also a great place to meet new people and interact with them. Because the majority of them will be students, you will have the opportunity to converse with others who share your interests. It is the ideal place to pass the time when you are bored or lazy. Spending time in the common areas will kick away boredom quickly. 

Movies and series to the rescue 

There is no better way to bond than by watching a movie or a television show together. There are many unsaid emotions that one experiences while watching something, and being able to share and feel the same way with someone are the most powerful form of bonding. What could be better than binge-watching your favourite shows on Sunday? The media room is a cosy spot to hang out with friends and binge-watch your favourite shows. So, the next time you are bored, come to our media room. Because it shows no signs of boredom! Weekends are also ideal for getting comfortable and snacking while watching the series with your friends. 

Learn a new skill 

Learning is a part of life, and people are constantly learning new things. Student life is an excellent time to learn new skills as you progress through your studies and career. Surprisingly, your friends and roommates may have one or two useful skills. Friends are the best teachers, so learning from them is a great idea. Learning new skills will not only broaden your portfolio but will also keep you entertained. Learning a new language is the best thing you can do, whether you want to watch new shows or write lovely paragraphs for your loved ones. 

Make memories 

Who knows, maybe you and your roommate will start an Instagram or YouTube channel to document your journey, become influencers, or start something unconventional down the road. The possibilities are endless here, and we think you should know it better than we do. When you live in a hostel, you have a lot of time on your hands, and it is up to you to make the best of it. 

Exploring the city, you are living in

When you first move to a new city, you should definitely explore the surrounding area and visit the city as a tourist. You must experience what the city has to offer in terms of history, beauty, and sightseeing. Map out famous places and go there whenever you have time, whether alone or with friends. 

Make gym buddies 

Being and staying fit should always be at the top of your priority list, especially when living away from home. You can go to the gym or sign up for yoga or aerobics classes with your roommate or friends. This will assist you in developing a more effective routine. When you have someone pushing you, you won't fall into the trap of procrastination. 

Go on a shopping spree 

Shopping is a fun activity that can help you escape boredom for a whole day. When we think about shopping, the mall isn't the only place for it, there are several other places where you can easily shop. Exploring the local market and flea market is also an interesting option. You may never know what you might find in these markets. Some items are exclusively found the best in local and street markets instead of a mall or a supermarket. Window shopping is also a good idea if you are undecided about the item that you are planning to get. Following it you can visit the mall or online eCommerce platforms to finally buy what you want. 

Conclusion

Pursuing a college degree while staying away from your family and hometown is a daunting task. But life gets easier when you decide to live in a PG that offers you a ton of facilities and amenities to enrich the experience. Stay FLH is a luxurious PG in Ahmedabad that offers a rich living experience to students and working professionals. These were some of the most enjoyable activities you can take up while living in a PG in Ahmedabad. HAPPY LIVING FOLKS!