When a child appears in the family, one can only dream of traveling. When the child is a little older, you can safely go on a trip.
Just do not have vain hopes that everything will go smoothly. The child will be tired and naughty, can get sick. It is important to prepare for unforeseen situations. It is necessary to think through everything to the smallest detail so that unpleasant situations arise as little as possible. Below is a list of family travel tips. If you are planning a family trip, take advantage of them.
10. Choosing a car
No wonder the best transport for family travel is called a car. Of course, the plane will take you to your destination much faster, and the train will save you money. In some cases, you don’t have to choose, the plane is the only mode of transport. But if you can choose, give preference to the car.
You can take all the necessary things, do not have to think what to leave at home. An invaluable advantage of the car is the ability to stop at any time. If the child feels bad or is tired of sitting, you can stop, stretch. There will be no strangers in the car, you can chat on any topic, discuss the most intimate, and become closer to each other.
9. Find out about family bonuses, services and discounts
Traveling with the whole family can save a lot. Many establishments provide discounts for people who travel with children. Some hotels offer guests use a stroller, highchair, cot. Here you only need to take care of this in advance.
When booking a hotel, ask about the availability of children's furniture. Perhaps you can provide it. What exactly can save families with children - this is for entertainment. Discounts for museums, parks, family cafes. Few people use them, because most people are not aware of their existence.
8. Camera for each family member
To remember a wonderful vacation, take as many photos as possible. Very often, the camera is trusted by someone alone, and other family members constantly have to ask him to photograph something. This is not very convenient.
Each family member must have a camera to capture what impressed him the most. Now it’s not so difficult, modern phones are equipped with good cameras. But only if your child does not have a phone, you will have to give him a gift. But then you will be happy to consider photos with the whole family.
7. Do not visit several places at once
Usually, a vacation tends to end quickly, so most vacationers tend to see as many places as possible in a short time. Attractions, parks, shops - everywhere you need to go, everything needs to be in time. Do not forget that you are going to rest. Plan your vacation, do not try to see everything.
Much of what interests some is completely indifferent to others, but they will definitely go there. At least in order to take pictures, and then brag to friends that they have been there and there. In addition, the child is unlikely to like long-distance running. Enjoy your vacation, visit only those places that interest you.
6. Bring wet wipes
Everyone knows that you need to take wet wipes on a trip, but many forget about them. This invention is a real lifesaver for parents. Children get dirty very often. You can rub your hands, clean clothes and shoes. Take a few packages, one large - in the car and a few small ones, you can take them with you when walking. Do not save on quality, prefer baby or hypoallergenic wipes from trusted manufacturers. The skin of children is very sensitive, irritation or a rash may appear.
5. Rent apartments, not hotel rooms
If you are traveling with a large family, rent an apartment. It is more profitable and more convenient. Yes, of course, in the hotel you do not have to clean up and cook breakfast, but there is no washing machine, stove and microwave. The hotel can not make noise. If the children are small, they will interfere with other guests.
Nothing will limit you in the apartment. You can cook porridge or wash in the late evening. The apartment has more space, children will be able to run and frolic. Also, renting apartments usually costs much less than a hotel room.
4. Let everyone visit places that interest him
Before you travel, be sure to make a list of the places you want to visit. Let the children also participate in this. Let them speak, maybe they have long dreamed of visiting a place. But making a list is not enough; you still have to stick to this plan. Even if your child wants to go to McDonald's, do not refuse him.
It is not necessary to go everywhere in full force, you can split up. While dad and son visit the next museum of equipment or weapons, mom and daughter can go shopping. Learn to negotiate and compromise, then the journey will not be overshadowed by disputes and quarrels.
3. Shop at your local store.
Many people, in the hope of saving, carry tons of provisions with them. That's just often the food spoils, it has to be thrown away. Of course, you can take some non-perishable food. Tea, coffee, cookies, bread - this is always useful. Other products are better to buy on vacation. Moreover, you are unlikely to want to cook something there.
Most tourists eat in cafes and eateries. You will not save money, but save time and effort. Think about it, do you really want to cook dinner after a busy day, a long excursion, or shopping? By the way, do not forget that in local stores you can buy products that are not sold in your city: unusual sweets, pastries, products of local manufacturers.
2. Do not forget the air mattress
If you do not have an air mattress, you should consider buying it. This universal thing more than once will help you out on a journey. An air mattress is a great berth. It can be taken to the beach instead of rugs, used as a swimming mattress. Be guided by a situation. If you are going to a quiet place with a river, it will come in handy. If you are going on a long trip, for example, at sea, it is better to leave it at home.
1. Avoid rush hour
Before you visit this or that place, find out what time there are the least tourists there. If you go somewhere at rush hour, spend a lot of time, get tired of standing in lines, the children will begin to act up. In addition, you will not be able to consider anything, the mood will go bad. Choose a time when there are fewer visitors. You may need to get up early for this, but then you will all be in time. And when you go out, you will breathe a sigh of relief when you see a huge queue for tickets at the entrance.