We’ll admit there are a few holidays we celebrate more enthusiastically than the average Joe (National Gin & Tonic Day and International Rum Day, to name two) but it’s hard to imagine a holiday more in line with our goals than National Relaxation Day. This year, we’re stretching out our special day as long as we possibly can! Sure, the official day happens to fall on a Thursday, but we’d never let a calendar get in the way of a good time. Let’s just call August 15th the official National Relaxation Day(s) kickoff and see where the feeling takes us.
SIP. SHOP. CHILL
Aug 15 – 18: Sip on a Permanent Vacation, the Spirit of Relaxation
Our bartenders are pros at serving up everyday getaways with their tropical thirst-quenchers. It’s impossible to feel tense with a craft cocktail in your hands and plate of Coconut Shrimp on the way! In honor of National Relaxation Day, the team dreamed up the Permanent Vacation, a perfectly refreshing combination of fresh watermelon-mint purée and Mr. Pickles’ smooth, citrus-forward gin. Stop by your local restaurant or Marlin Bar to try this summer sipper before the recipe retires come Monday.
FIND A RESTAURANT OR MARLIN BAR
No Marlin Bar nearby? We’ve got you. Shake up a Permanent Vacation at home or by the pool and impress your friends with your bartending skills. It takes a little prep work, but that fresh summer flavor is undeniably worth the effort.
FOR EACH SERVING
1.75 oz. Mr. Pickles Pacific Northwest Gin
1.5 oz. watermelon mint purée
0.75 oz. lime juice
0.5 oz. Aperol
0.5 oz. mint simple syrup
Shake vigorously and pour over ice. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and let relaxation take hold.
Special Ingredients:
Watermelon Mint Purée
Mint Simple Syrup
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You can buy this, but it’s easy to make and will keep well in the fridge for a few weeks! Bring 2 cups water, 2 cups sugar, and a handful of mint leaves to a gentle boil. Stir until the sugar dissolves and then remove from heat and let steep for about 15 minutes. Strain into a jar or bottle and store in the refrigerator.
Aug 17: One Day Only!
There’s a party in paradise and OF COURSE you’re invited! Get yourself (and your friends) to a participating Tommy Bahama store with a restaurant or Marlin Bar. We’ll be pouring free drinks (including a taste of the Permanent Vacation), playing live music, and handing out FREE camp shirt drink sleeves with ANY purchase.** Finally, your bevvies can be as well-dressed as you are at every beach party and backyard barbecue.
**OFFER VALID AUGUST 17, 2024, OR WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. U.S. and Canadian shipments only, excluding U.S. territories. Additional restrictions apply. Gift may ship separately.
Good news—you’ll get this free gift with online purchases, as well! We had way too much fun making these, and we hope you have even more fun using them. Our creative team mocked up several samples with different iconic prints and, at the end of a difficult round of voting, this was our winner! Look familiar? We bet some of you already have the winning print in your closet at home—you'll have to tag us in pics with your matching beverage sleeves. Cheers to National Relaxation Day number three!
FIND A PARTY
NOW – Dec 31 Destination: Relaxation
Ready to take relaxation to the next level? It’s your lucky day! This is the perfect time to visit the Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa. In honor of National Relaxation Day, we’re offering 20% off a resort experience designed to help you completely unwind. That’s 20% off the best available rate in the room or suite of your choice. Plus, 20% off resort dining at Grapefruit Basil®, our on-property restaurant offering a culinary experience inspired by island flavors and fresh, locally sourced ingredients. AND 20% of any and every indulgence at the onsite Spa Rosa, including sound baths, aerial yoga, and couples’ massages. Sound relaxing? Book by September 30 for a stay before December 31 and use booking code NR24 to save on your unforgettable desert escape.
Every Day—Forever
National Relaxation Day is our time to celebrate the spirit of Tommy Bahama and a world where you can relax freely, live spontaneously, and dress effortlessly—every single day. Ready to make life one long weekend? We know just where to begin…
TAKE ME TO TOMMY BAHAMA