Let me guess…the kids just started the new semester yet they’re already talking about their next big break? Well, so are we; it’s go time for booking that spring break trip.
If you haven’t already made the purchase, you should at least be on the lookout for travel deals and spring promotions. To get you started with the planning process (if your household is a democracy, that is!), get the entire family involved to make your trip planning a real part of the journey. Here’s how:
Call a family meeting. The topic of discussion: vacation! When everyone is invested in the planning process, it makes the experience of travel more fun. Talk with your kids about what types of places they would like to visit, or ask if they’ve learned about any interesting cities in school.
Give everyone a homework assignment. The process of planning a trip can be inspiring and educational. Before deciding where to go, pick a few places that your family would like to visit and have everyone research the destinations’ history and things to do there.
Share your findings. Allow everyone in the family to share a few tidbits of information about the destinations they researched. You can decide on where to go as a family, and it’s a great way to learn more about the world.
Keep planning and learning. Once your trip is booked, start getting into the nitty gritty of what you want to do in the destination. Give the kids maps of the destination, and let them start exploring before you even get there.
Jennifer Gaines, Travelocity Employee
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