4 Rules Of Planning The Perfect Family Vacation
Family vacations are something that most people look forward to,
until they have a few hyper, anxious, or just really normal
children and then it can be a very complicated process! Family
vacations can be really great though, it just takes some
thought, some input by all family members if applicable, and a
desire by both parents to have a really good time. When all
family members are on a quest for a perfect family vacation, it
can be done.
The first rule for planning family vacations is to choose a
destination that will be appropriate for all family members. For
instance, you'll not want to plan a family vacation to Paris if
that will require an eight hour flight for children that don't
have the ability to stay still for that long. Likewise, you
won't want to plan family vacations that even are across the
state if they'll require that your children go to formal
functions where they won't be able to behave appropriately.
Parents really need to consider the appropriateness of their
vacation destinations before they actually make any concrete
plans. For the best results, consider your children on their
worst behaved days, and plan family vacations around that. When
you anticipate that your children will not be perfect, it will
allow for you to actually plan a perfect vacation because it
will be intended for them.
The next rule for planning nearly perfect family vacations is to
chill out. Seriously, it sounds funny but even the idea of
planning travel for your children may make you tense. So, relax
and only think about having fun while making your travel
arrangements. Also, pick a time to book your family vacations
when the kids won't be hanging all over you, jumping on you, or
even talking at you. When you are relaxed and your children
aren't in your face, booking your family vacations will be a lot
easier, and will even be fun! You might even feel like a kid
yourself, because you'll easily be able to imagine having fun
with your whole family.
Another great rule is to talk to your kids, those who are old
enough to understand, about what they can expect from any
travels you will be making to get to your destination. Family
vacations are much more enjoyable, even the traveling part, when
children understand what will be going on, how long it will
take, and what will happen next. Communication is very important
on family vacations so really talk to your kids, even let them
in on the planning process as much as you are able.
Lastly, be patient on the travel day of your family vacations.
Actually, be patient on your family vacations, period. Patience
is required whenever you are dealing with a group of people,
especially when you are dealing with small children. Remember to
make plans that can be broken if necessary, and always consider
the abilities and limitations physically, mentally, and maturity
wise before following through with your plans. Your kids will
love these family vacations because they are laid back and
appropriate for the whole family.
If you take this laid back approach and really consider what is
right for your family, your family vacations can be nearly
perfect!