KIDS AND FAMILY TRAVEL - TRAVEL TIPS
Traveling with your children can be a fantastic way to bond with them, show them the world, make memories to last a lifetime, and feed their sense of adventure. Unfortunately, traveling with your children also means they may have to sit for a long time in a vehicle or an airplane and you just know the dreaded "Are we there yet?" Some great tips to assist the journey : 1.Music - music soothes the savage beast. And it works on kids too! Before leaving, make sure you have portable CD players with fresh batteries and a stockpile of their favorite CDs for the trip. 2. Books on CD with the huge market of kid books out there, there is a tremendous number available on audio disc. These stories last for hours and will keep your child entranced for some time. 3. Snacks are good, like fruit or nuts. Try to stay away from sugary snacks or your kid will be bouncing off the seat when you're still 150 miles away from your destination! 4. Games, not the hand-held type, but the kind that use their imagination. 5. Puzzle Books are great because they take the child's attention away from the road, and generally have big enough print to be able to read easily in a moving car. 6. By planning, I mean try to leave as early as possible on a car trip, bring your child's favorite pillow and they'll sleep for the better portion of the trip. 7. Make Frequent Stops - this isn't really realistic when you're flying, but can be a decent option in the car. Unfortunately, it takes you longer to get there, but it can make the trip more bearable for children. There are always times during a long trip where everybody gets a little antsy, even the adults. Try some of these tips on your next trip and everyone will arrive happier and less stressful. |