Travelling as a family can feel daunting as it’s certainly not without its challenges. However when planned well, it can be an incredibly rewarding experience that allows you to build memories for you and your family to look back on for years to come.
Keeping young ones entertained and ensuring a smooth journey can be taxing but with enough preparation, you can enjoy a less stressful and more enjoyable getaway. With that in mind, here are six practical tips for travelling as a young family:
1. Plan Ahead
Planning ahead is essential. Before booking, conduct thorough research on your chosen destination, including nearby attractions and opportunities for entertainment to ensure there is plenty to keep you busy.
It’s also a good idea to book transport and accommodation well in advance to avoid last-minute stresses and make a checklist of packing essentials so you don’t forget anything important, like passports or travel documents.
2. Pack Smart
Having too many bags only adds to the stress of travelling. You want to ensure you’ve packed all the necessities such as enough clothing, toiletries, and entertainment options, without creating too much luggage.
Consider vacuum packing clothes and using packing cubes to organise suitcases more effectively. If you’re travelling with multiple children, you may want to label each child’s suitcase or bag for easy identification.
3. Make Travel Days Part of the Holiday
Long journeys can be difficult for young children. But, by transforming the travel element into an enjoyable part of the holiday, you can reduce the risk of boredom and tantrums. Prepare plenty of travel games and bring enough snacks, toys, and even audiobooks to keep travel time exciting.
Another good tip is to get the children involved in the travel process. Give them their own backpacks or let them choose their own snacks so they feel more involved.
4. Keep Some Semblance of a Routine
Being out of routine on holiday is unavoidable, but there are ways you can maintain some aspects of your day-to-day routine to help your children adjust better. Where possible, plan meals, naps, and bedtimes as you would at home.
5. Consider Different Transport Options
The right method of transport is essential. If you’re planning a road trip and need flexibility, consider arranging car hire delivered to your door. Not only does this service save time and stress, but also allows your family to travel comfortably without the hassle of public transport or waiting at rental places.
6. Be Positive and Enjoy it!
Travelling as a young family comes with ups and downs but remember that it’s your holiday, too. To keep things as stress-free as possible, plan ahead, pack smart, ensure travel days are kept fun and exciting, keep elements of your normal routine the same, and choose the right transport options. By following these tips, you can enjoy a memorable family holiday.
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