Are you looking for the ideal spot to visit with your kids this summer? Finding the right vacation destination isn’t always easy when you are traveling with the whole family. Everyone has different ideas about what makes the best kind of break and while the kids might be having a wonderful time, all too often, parents are more stressed at the end of their trip than they were at the start! Conversely, when parents choose a spot that suits their preferences, kids often get bored and we all know that bored kids lead to stressed parents!
With this in mind, it’s time to plan a vacation for this year that everyone will love and which will leave every family member feeling relaxed. Here are four places that you should go that will ensure everyone from the oldest to the youngest will be able to truly unwind and have a fantastic time.
Jamaica
The Caribbean is always a wonderful spot to visit at any time of year, whether you’re traveling as a couple, solo or with the kids. With so many all-inclusive resorts, it makes sense to go here on your vacation with the entire family since there’s something to keep everyone happy. There are often luxury spas for moms and dads to enjoy while children can attend the kids clubs and have as much activity as they can handle. There are often private beaches attached to the best resorts, and while the kids can paddle in the sea and dig in the sand, parents can recline on the sands on a comfortable lounger, sipping a cocktail and reading a good book – what could be better? In the evenings, the whole family can enjoy a leisurely meal together in a specialty restaurant and enjoy all-inclusive entertainment into the night. There are also lots of great day trips to take together. How about swimming with dolphins? Climbing a waterfall? Or riding a zipline? It’s all possible here.
Disney World, Florida
If there’s one place that everyone should take at least one family vacation in their lifetime, it’s Disney World in Florida. The key to a relaxing Disney vacation is to take it easy. Book a Disney resort and you’ll be on the doorstep of all the attractions. There’s free transportation too so you won’t need to drive. With the meal packages available, there’ll be no need to cook during your break and with entertainment on tap you’ll never have to think about what to do to keep the kids occupied. With fantastic pools, outdoor movies and plenty of free things to enjoy, once you’ve paid the cost of your vacation you’ll have a wonderful time with no additional expense.
National Park Camping
Wherever in the country you’d like to visit, a National Park camping site could be the ideal spot for your relaxing family vacation, and it won’t cost the earth either. There’s something about life under canvas which makes you really unwind and with less modern conveniences around you, you can really enjoy some quality time. Enjoy activities like horse riding, kayaking and canoeing and have campfires in the evening where you can toast some S’mores – what’s not to enjoy?
Take A Cruise
Although a cruise isn’t exactly a place to visit, it’s certainly a destination in its own right. There’s no more relaxing way to take a break with the children in tow. There are activities to keep the little ones occupied all day long and for parents there are spas, adults-only areas and plenty of bars where liquid refreshment is available to aid with relaxation! There are also lots of off-ship activities to enjoy too. You’ll have the thrill of seeing a new country every day and plenty of options for tours around historic monuments, sporting activities or sightseeing trips. Don’t forget to take a splash-proof backpack to protect your things if you’re going to be participating in any kind of water-related activities since you don’t want your precious family items to be damaged!
Any of these four ideas could be perfect for you for your next family vacation. They’ll keep you and the kids relaxed, calm and happy, ready to return to everyday life!
