Make the
Travel Easy with 5 Great Tips for your Family
*this is a guest post written by Kendra Thornton
It's no secret that traveling with children can be challenging.
That said, there's no reason to feel overwhelmed. With these five tips moms can
step forward boldly to take on the family vacation with panache and flair. With
proper preparation, your dream of a great family vacation is easy.
Don't
book accommodations without research
Pulling up to a hotel after a long day of travel and adventure and
looking around at a dive you wouldn't wish upon anyone can really put a damper
on the trip. Take the time to do research before you book a room. Hotel pools
can vary from glistening water to virtually swampy. If you want to cut down on
your event planning, find a hotel or resort that provides dining, entertainment
and kid friendly amenities right at your doorstep. My family’s last big trip to Hawaii wouldn’t
have been the same without the top rated kids club available at our Honolulu hotel. If you will
be camping, don't assume just any spot is a good spot. Most campsites have
photos online. Some time spent surfing can save the hours that could be spent
looking for a better site upon arrival.
(photo is from the personal collection of the Juliani family)
Break up
activities to keep it fresh
No matter how excited kids say they are about a particular
destination, spending the entire day sightseeing will be tiring. Incorporate
breaks into your routine that include fun snacks and some downtime. If you are
traveling by car, think about stopping at a park or visiting a monument to
break up your trip. Slipping in some well-timed breaks will make everything
else go smoother.
Toss
aside the everyday but keep the routine
You want to ensure your vacation is something all of you will
remember fondly. It should be different from everything you do at home. That
said, you need to keep in touch with the routines of home life. You might be
tempted to eat on the fly to keep your pace. Just remember the kids might not
have the same game plan. Keep mealtimes as close to what they are used to as
possible. Bedtime in a strange room should resemble going to sleep at home as
closely as you can. Keep story time alive and don’t
skip the naps. When everything around them is new, little familiar things
can make a world of difference.
(photo is from the personal collection of the Juliani family)
Get a
bang out of the Fourth of July without getting burned
Independence Day is integral to family summer fun and one of the
most traveled weekends in the U.S. Amazing fireworks displays will take place
across the country. Tying one in with a beach BBQ or a few hours at a water
park or mountain lake is natural symmetry. Wherever your Fourth of July plans
take your family this year, remember safety.
Sparklers
can heat up to 2,000 degrees, hot enough to melt certain metals. Use caution at any fireworks show and be sure
to set up your blanket a safe distance from the professionals. Being safe and
healthy is absolutely essential for a great family trip.
Pack toys
but leave most home
You don't want to add to your luggage count with piles of toys.
Ask the kids what they want to take and make sure the choices are favorites.
Pick a few that can be carried on a flight if traveling by air. An inevitable
part of travel is occasional boredom. Having a small toy from home to ease the
malaise will do wonders.
Bio: Kendra Thornton: Travel advocate, TV spokesperson, PR businesswoman, proud wife and mama of 3. I am a long time travel expert who has been packing my bags and traveling the world since I was 3 months old! I've found my utmost desire in life is right here in my own home. I have taken my excitement for travel and brought it to you with some of my favorite travel tips and tricks. Enjoy!
Thank you Kendra for the awesome travel trips !
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