Escape rooms have been rising steadily in popularity. They've been around for many years, but have only recently become more popular because many find them challenging and fun and they are perfect for a variety of occasions.

Basically, escape rooms are rooms that contain puzzles and challenges that need to be completed in order to escape. Each has its own theme to follow. For example, one escape room might be themed after a horror movie, while another might be set in ancient Egypt. 

In this blog post, we'll share with you some reasons why you should try escape rooms. So, let's get started!

1. Many are available on the GetOutPass

One of the best things about escape rooms is that they're available on the GetOutPass app. This means that you and your friends can enjoy them without having to worry about spending tons of money. Plus, partnering with multiple escape rooms means you'll have a variety of venues to choose from.

Take for example Utah, where the GetOutPass has partnered with three escape rooms: The Escape Key in Provo, Enigma Escape Games in Sandy, and The Escape Date in Pleasant Grove. Each of these venues offers three different themes to choose from for a total of nine different escape rooms. Definitely, there's something for everyone!

2. They're fun for all ages

You don't have to be a kid to enjoy escape rooms. In fact, many people who are adults love them. They're a great way to spend time with friends or family and they can even be used as a team-building activity.

One of the things that make escape rooms so fun is the sense of immersive experience and excitement as you try to figure out the puzzles and challenges. If you're looking for a fun and suspenseful evening, escape rooms are a great option.

3. Improves your problem-solving skills

Escape rooms are all about solving puzzles and challenges. In many cases, the puzzles are designed in such a way that they test your problem-solving skills. This encourages you to think outside the box and come up with creative solutions.

What's more, escape rooms can be very challenging, which means that you'll need to put in your mind some hard work. All in all, escape rooms are a great way to improve your problem-solving skills and have some fun whether you're a thinker or not.

4. A suspenseful way to spend an evening

Every escape room has a time limit -- about 60 minutes or so -- and once that time is up, you're out of the room. This adds an element of suspense to the experience and makes it thrilling to see if you can make it out in time.

When you're in the room, you'll have to pay attention to everything around you and make sure that you solve the puzzle before the time runs out. 

5. Encourages bonding time with friends and family

One of the great things about escape rooms is that they're perfect for a group activity. This means that you can spend some quality time with your friends and family, and have a lot of fun in the process.

Escape rooms are designed in such a way that fosters collective thinking and group effort. This encourages teamwork, which is a great way to strengthen relationships. After all, two or more heads thinking on how to escape are better than one.

6. Helps you think outside the box

Another great thing about escape rooms is that they force you to think outside the box. In other words, you're encouraged to think creatively and come up with unique solutions to the puzzles and challenges.

This encourages you to think in ways that you may not have before, and this applies to your life as well. You never know, you might come up with a brilliant solution that you hadn't considered before for your real-world problem!

7. It's a fun and inexpensive date night

When you're looking for a fun and inexpensive date night, escape rooms are the perfect option. It's also a fantastic way to break the ice and get to know each other.

There's no better way to start a relationship than by solving puzzles and challenges together. Plus, when you're stuck on a challenge, you'll have to work together to figure it out, which is a great way to build trust and show your partner that you're willing to work together to solve problems.

8. Great for team building

Escape rooms are also a great way to foster teamwork and camaraderie among your employees. This is especially true if you have a large team or if you're looking to build morale and team spirit.

After all, teamwork is a key component of success in any field. When you combine escape rooms with a fun and exciting theme, you're guaranteed to have an enjoyable and successful evening that lays the foundation for a more cohesive team.

9. Perfect for a rainy day activity

Escape rooms are a great way to enjoy the outdoors without having to worry about the weather. If you're looking for an enjoyable and stimulating rainy day activity, escape rooms are a great option. They are held indoors, hence the "room" in the name. Further, escape rooms are fun and interactive, which makes them a great choice for a rainy day activity.

10. They can be competitive

One of the great things about escape rooms is that they can be competitive. This means that you can compete with your friends to see who can solve the puzzles and challenges the quickest.

This can be a lot of fun! Imagine the sense of excitement and suspense as you try to figure out the solution to a puzzle before your friends. It's definitely a unique and exciting experience.

11. Exercises creativity

And this is especially true if you're looking for a challenging and stimulating experience. By solving the puzzles and challenges, you're actually working on developing your creativity.

12. Escape rooms are everywhere

Last but not least, escape rooms are everywhere. Due to their rising popularity, escape rooms are sure to be near your area. This means that you're never too far from fun and suspenseful escape room experience!

Conclusion

Escape rooms are a fun and exciting way to spend a rainy day, a weekend, or even a holiday. They are also a great way to bond with your friends and family, and they're a fun and inexpensive date night option.

As long as you're looking for a fun and exciting experience, you should definitely give escape rooms a try!