Hey guys, so I was thinking about getting Outdoor Retreat 'cause I have no destination worlds in my game so far and thought it may be worth it. It seems kind of fun but I'm not sure how it holds up 5 years later, especially compared to other packs. Do you guys still use it or enjoy it?EDIT: I also want to add I do enjoy vacations in the Sims (have played them a lot in previous Sims games) and I like watching my sims chill out with friends. So if anyone else also likes this stuff and didn't enjoy the pack pls let me know

When it comes to CAS, I really enjoy the hairstyles and the items for kids. There are a few other items for adults I would not want to miss either. The BB stuff looks like you can either place it outdoors or in a cabin in the woods. I love the tents, the coolers, the outdoor showers and beds for my rags to riches gameplay, so for me they're pretty essential.Whether I like Granite Falls is more difficult to answer. It is definitely visually appealing, but I am not into the Herbalism skill anymore so there can be a lack of things to do. Although if you have Spa Day, you can replace one lot with a spa. That's really the only reason my Sims take vacations there anymore - they do a Spa Retreat and focus on the Wellness skill for a couple of days. It is definitely worth it on sale unless none of what I wrote sounds like it could add to your game.

The tent is absolutely the best object in that back, with it you can go camping anywhere in the worlds. I still sometimes enjoy going to Granite Falls. I have a midsummer fest type of holiday where one of the traditions is traveling. Sims get that completed just by going on a community lot, but sometimes I enjoy taking them to a cabin (like people traditionally do in Finland). I have remodeled all the cabins so that they're fun for me to visit. I have also organized school camps in my game and part of the camp is an overnight trip to Granite Falls. The big community lot there I have replaced with a barn that has karaoke and other activities and where sims may also stay overnight. I don't think Granite Falls is bad at all, it's what you make of it.

"Netzspannung;c-17524474" wrote:When it comes to CAS, I really enjoy the hairstyles and the items for kids. There are a few other items for adults I would not want to miss either. The BB stuff looks like you can either place it outdoors or in a cabin in the woods. I love the tents, the coolers, the outdoor showers and beds for my rags to riches gameplay, so for me they're pretty essential.Whether I like Granite Falls is more difficult to answer. It is definitely visually appealing, but I am not into the Herbism skill anymore so there can be a lack of things to do. Although if you have Spa Day, you can replace one lot with a spa. That's really the only reason my Sims take vacations there anymore - they do a Spa Retreat and focus on the Wellness skill for a couple of days. It is definitely worth it on sale unless none of what I wrote sounds like it could add to your game. Great gameplay ideas. @Netzspannung It is on 50% sale right now in Germany so I guess I'll grab it, eventhough I was saving money for an Eco Lifestyle Bundle this Friday.

"musteni;c-17524487" wrote:The tent is absolutely the best object in that back, with it you can go camping anywhere in the worlds. I still sometimes enjoy going to Granite Falls. I have a midsummer fest type of holiday where one of the traditions is traveling. Sims get that completed just by going on a community lot, but sometimes I enjoy taking them to a cabin (like people traditionally do in Finland). I have remodeled all the cabins so that they're fun for me to visit. I have also organized school camps in my game and part of the camp is an overnight trip to Granite Falls. The big community lot there I have replaced with a barn that has karaoke and other activities and where sims may also stay overnight. I don't think Granite Falls is bad at all, it's what you make of it.Yeah one crucial reason why I want to buy this pack is to go camping in Sulani with my Sims in the summer 'cause there are no resorts and also have a winter vacation lot, cause snowy Granite Falls looks awesome.

Oh my goodness, I love that pack! I turned the world into a nature retreat/spa destination that my sims visit for all sorts of occassions.A cute litttle detail I love about the pack is the herbalism skill and how you can forage for Morel mushrooms-which is something my hubby and I do irl.

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SimmerGeorge
Seasoned Ace
6 years ago
Thank you guys for helping. I just got it and I'm getting a Bundle with Eco Lifestyle, Tiny Living and Spa Day since I got inspiration to build a spa in Granite Falls from this thread!
allthemore44
Seasoned Ace
6 years ago
I really like that pack. I use it a lot.
Simburian
Seasoned Ace
6 years ago
"SimmerGeorge;c-17524876" wrote:
Thank you guys for helping. I just got it and I'm getting a Bundle with Eco Lifestyle, Tiny Living and Spa Day since I got inspiration to build a spa in Granite Falls from this thread!

Make sure, before you play it that you put your Sims in winter wear before they venture out in the Winter and the thermostat in homes (if you have Seasons) as they tend to die if conditions and wear not right!
netney52
Seasoned Ace
6 years ago
It’s one of my favourite game packs. I love the world and sending my sims to log cabins for a holiday. As it was the first game pack the bb items are not that many but I love the aesthetic of them. I combine it with some of the gameplay items from seasons, backyard and since university have sims use their bikes. It’s a fab pack for outdoor/nature loving sims, it’s a nice place to take dogs on holiday too. For me it’s underrated and I don’t get the hate for this pack at all. The tent, cooler and fire pit with the log seats came in very handy for my only gameplay challenge of rags to riches. My only tip I would give is put a few none rental lots down like a bar/lounge/restaurant etc depending on what packs you have as the world is better with some community type lots rather than all rental lots.
cb2342z
Seasoned Ace
6 years ago
The CAS in the game is among what I use the most in my game. I've only used the camping gear once; but plan to start camping other places with my Sim (i.e the beaches in Sulani). The world is very nice, but I hate that you can't just visit it whenever, and have to book a camping spot or a cabin. Your Sim can't just go fishing or hiking for a couple of hours or whatever and then come back home the same day. Quite frankly, I don't get destination worlds at all.
SimmerGeorge
Seasoned Ace
6 years ago
"netney52;c-17525257" wrote:
It’s one of my favourite game packs. I love the world and sending my sims to log cabins for a holiday. As it was the first game pack the bb items are not that many but I love the aesthetic of them. I combine it with some of the gameplay items from seasons, backyard and since university have sims use their bikes. It’s a fab pack for outdoor/nature loving sims, it’s a nice place to take dogs on holiday too. For me it’s underrated and I don’t get the hate for this pack at all. The tent, cooler and fire pit with the log seats came in very handy for my only gameplay challenge of rags to riches. My only tip I would give is put a few none rental lots down like a bar/lounge/restaurant etc depending on what packs you have as the world is better with some community type lots rather than all rental lots.

Yeah I think people don't like it much because they don't realize how much you can do with it. Especially now, combined with snow, bikes, spas etc. you can turn it into a real vacation place.
aprilramirez200
6 years ago
"SimmerGeorge;c-17524876" wrote:
Thank you guys for helping. I just got it and I'm getting a Bundle with Eco Lifestyle, Tiny Living and Spa Day since I got inspiration to build a spa in Granite Falls from this thread!

Oh nice. Here I had this list of reasons why you should definitely get this pack laid out lol but decided to scroll back up and here was this comment. You'll love it! Lots to do! There are some really cool cabin type restaurants on the gallery too, be sure to check them out.
jess1z1
6 years ago
Agree, the spa is the most important thing in the woods lol. And the secluded DJ booth, bar, hot tub and dance floor I set up in the national park. I've sent most of my households camping at least once. Especially if they have kids. Weenie Roasts usually bring some sort of tragedy, so that's nice. I typically use these vacation periods for building some skills or relationships. And I like taking some family friends as well, just to have someone I can't control. I also have them spend Winter Fest in a large cabin with the extended family sometimes. And yeah, I use the camping gear in Sulani and Selvadorada a lot too. I like this pack, overall.
Nindigo79
Seasoned Ace
6 years ago
Outdoor Retreat is one of my favorite packs - I encourage you to get it.
SimmerGeorge
Seasoned Ace
6 years ago
Wow you guys have so many creative ideas! Can't wait to try it all out

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