There are few experiences as wonderful as a streamlined family getaway. Unfortunately, ensuring that it runs smoothly and that everybody is happy with where you go and what you do takes a great deal of work and planning! Fear not, though. Here are some top tips for effortless – and memorable – family travel to help you to set the scene for a family vacation to remember.
Look into park holidays
Type ‘holiday parks near me’ into Google, and you will find a list of family-friendly accommodation options that will tick all of the boxes regardless of your children’s ages. Park holidays are extremely popular among families of all types and sizes, mostly because they offer all-in-one package deals. Think of a breath-taking location, access to swimming pools for plenty of fun in the sun, lots of exciting onsite activities, family restaurants, and epic afternoon and/or evening entertainment to aid you all in winding down after a fun-filled day.
Get everyone involved
If your kids are of school-going age, you can be sure that they would love to take part in planning the family holiday. Ask for their opinions regarding what sort of vacation they would prefer to embark upon and the various activities they would like to try during their time away. By throwing in something for every family member, you can avoid disappointment and increase the chances of everyone being willing to try something new.
Book your tickets wisely
The actual travel portion of the holiday is often the most challenging aspect of the experience – hence the reason why it is wise to tackle the task of booking tickets well in advance. Steer clear of popular travel times of the year if you are keen to avoid crowds and do your best to book flights that depart in the late morning or early afternoon. If they are on the younger side, the ideal situation would be to coordinate your flight with your kids’ naps.
Just be sure to avoid early morning flights at all costs. If you can’t, it will be well worth it to book a hotel room at a hotel next to the airport so that you don’t have far to go with grumpy, bleary-eyed little ones in tow!
Stock up on snacks
Any parent who has ever traveled anywhere with their children will know that snacks are true lifesavers. Tired? Have a snack. Bored? Have a snack. Restless? Have a snack. In short, snacks work wonders to keep kids busy during travel, so ensure that you have plenty of them on hand. Remember to choose snacks that are not packed full of sugar. Otherwise, you run the risk of them being too excited to sit still for any amount of time on the plane!
Most importantly, do your best to stay calm and savor every moment of the getaway. There will be times when things don’t go as planned, and that’s okay. What matters most is that you are all happy and spending precious time together!
