As fun as traveling is, there's always the chance that things might not go according to plan. Here are some things that went awry during one of our trips:
As you can see, things do go wrong. Here is what went right during our travels:
Despite the things that went wrong, the experiences that my kids and I had together are the memories that we carry with us for the rest of our lives. In a year, I will forget the plane delays and cancellations, the upset stomachs and inconveniences, but I will never forget the sun and the warm breeze and my kids' laughter as we flew our kites that beautiful afternoon! More SpecialGlobe Articles:
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Giving your children responsibility during your travels will allow them to feel empowered and included. It will also impact the way in which they remember the trip. Having a hands-on experience will help them remember the trip more vividly and more positively.
Below are 10 ways in which your children can participate in your upcoming family trip and also give them the opportunity to strengthen their social and reasoning abilities as well as math and reading skills all while having the time of their lives! Let your children be in charge of their own bags – Whether you are flying or driving, if your children are able, let them roll or carry their own bag in the airport or to your hotel room. Allow them to find their bag as it comes around the conveyor belt.
With flight delays and cancellations, car rental issues and crowded flights, travel can be challenging for everyone. When you travel with kids it can really be trying and if you add children who have special needs, it gets exponentially more difficult. It is understandable why some parents raise the white flag and say NO WAY! Remember, though, that travel is tremendously rewarding for kids. Experiencing new destinations, meeting other children from other places, trying new foods and gaining the knowledge that there is a big, wide world out there beyond their own community—these are not things that your child can truly learn from a book. So just breathe and trust me when I say people around you understand the difficulties you may encounter when traveling with your family. Most people are patient and kind and will often offer a hand. Lower your expectations and plan for the best case scenario, but expect some challenges along the way. Traveling with your family is possible and it can be fun! And believe me when I say from experience, your children will thank you someday for giving them tremendous memories, opening up the world to them and giving them the gift of family travel. See you on the road! |
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