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Ah, children. Our sweet angel-faced offspring who bring us so much joy, right up until the moment they start karate kicking the seat in front of them on an airplane\u2026 Or fighting with their siblings in the back seat during a road trip. Or XXXxxx. Here are five ways to survive traveling with kiddos, before you go diving for Xanax or a boatload of tequila\u2026 <\/span><\/p>\n

Expectations<\/b><\/p>\n

Have them, lower them, and then keep repeating them to yourself. Traveling with children is different than traveling kid-free, and is often more of a \u2018trip\u2019 than a relaxing vacation. Knowing beforehand that you\u2019ll be making memories, having fun, but quite possibly <\/span>not<\/b> sleeping in or getting much rest will help shoulder any disappointment at a vacation that \u2018<\/span>could have been\u2019<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Compromise<\/b><\/p>\n

Sure, we\u2019d all love a culturally rich day of strolling museums or enjoying a ten-course tasting menu at a new restaurant \u2013 but will that keep your smallest travelers happy? Finding activities that can please everyone from tiny tots to adventurous teens may be tricky \u2013 but it\u2019s certainly not impossible. The right destination, resort, and especially travel advisor can arrange activities that suit the entire family\u2019s interests, abilities, and ages. <\/span><\/p>\n

Say Yes to Help<\/b><\/p>\n

While it\u2019s a luxury not all can afford, many resorts offer licensed nannies or babysitters \u2013 and in return, you get a few hours to yourself. Have a doting grandparent that would spring at the chance to spend more time with their grandkids? Again, another luxury not everyone has in their lives \u2013 but if you do, this may be the perfect opportunity to invite them on a dream holiday, and get a bit of built-in babysitting to boot!<\/span><\/p>\n

Bend, But Don\u2019t Break<\/b><\/p>\n

Bedtimes, healthy meals, and routines are all great. However, it may be worth bending the rules just a <\/span>bit<\/span><\/i> to not be bound to super-strict guidelines while on holiday. You\u2019re on vacation, remember? Know your hard lines and choose when to bend your rules to allow for a memorable vacation where everyone\u2019s having a good time. This could mean your kids don\u2019t touch a vegetable for days or stay up a bit later than usual. Whatever works best for you, your family, and your sanity!<\/span><\/p>\n

Entertainment Coordinator: At Your Service! <\/b><\/p>\n

Consider building a special \u2018<\/span>vacation<\/span><\/i>\u2019 bag, for your kiddos to only open during their travels. Fill it with some new toys, books, stickers, whatever your kiddos happen to be into these days \u2013 pack it chock full. Got a tablet and are ok with your kiddos watching tv? Download a few programs in advance, so WiFi issues won\u2019t hinder their entertainment (aka your sweet moment of silence), and for the sake of all that is holy: GET THEM HEADPHONES, this is your moment of silence, remember?  <\/span><\/p>\n

I\u2019d love to help you plan the ultimate family vacation and ensure that even your tiniest travelers are taken care of. <\/span>Click<\/span> here to connect with me. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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