With the arrival of good weather it is inevitable not to think about how close the Summer Vacation. So that the bull does not catch you and at the last minute everything is hurry and startle, it is time to start organizing that getaway What do you have in mind. Especially if you travel with kids, you must take into account some things before embarking on the trip.
Plan your stay
To make your summer family vacation a success, don't forget plan them in advance. For it, choose a destination according to your tastes but also that suits your needs, taking into account if you travel with babies, with children or with teenagers. Whether you prefer a relaxing holiday on the beach, or if you like adventure and the mountains or, on the contrary, you are an urban family and prefer to spend the summer in a cosmopolitan city, you will find multiple options to suit you to start organize vacations
Keep in mind that many destinations are focused on family tourism And they offer interesting proposals so you can spend a few very pleasant days doing different and fun activities. On some websites, such as TravelPeques, you will find diverse information to plan your summer vacation with children. If you prefer an already organized trip, the TravelKids agency is a family tourism specialist.
Write down all those essential sites You don't want to get lost If you plan to visit monuments or busy museums you can choose to make a Advance reservation. If you take a look at the web pages of the points of interest of your destination, you can also see if they organize any during your stay child activity or family outing to which you are interested to sign up.
Don't leave anything
Before packing, pack one list of all those items that you will need during the trip, both for you and your partner and, especially, for children. In this case, in addition to enough replacement changes and accessories (such as a hat or sunglasses), do not forget the day-to-day basics (diapers, wipes, creams, soap ...); your favorite toys; and those essential (car or stroller, travel cot, portable high chair, folding bath ...) that will make your stay more comfortable.
When choosing accommodation, keep in mind that some of them are designed for families with children and, therefore, its facilities have rooms decorated with children's motifs, equipped with cot and changing table; they have a playroom and games room; babysitting and children's entertainment; special menus for children in the restaurant; organization of family routes ... If you opt for any of them, in addition to spending a different vacation, it will not be necessary to carry some things from home, so that the trip will be lighter and more comfortable.
Safety and comfort during the journey
When you take the trip, don't forget take precautions, especially if the trip is by car. It is necessary that, if you have many kilometers ahead, stop often to stretch your legs and rest, throwing a little head if you think it convenient.
In the case of children, do not forget that they must also go comfortable and safe during the trip, sitting in the Child Retention Systems (SRI) established by the regulations. Make sure that the car seat is suitable for your age and weight and that it is correctly installed before starting the march.
For children between the ages of 3 and 12, a good travel companion is the Oasys 2-3 Fix Plus car seat by Chicco. This restraint system belongs to group 2/3 and is approved according to ECE R44 / 04 regulations for transport in vehicles for children whose weight ranges between 15 and 36 kg.
The kids will travel safely thanks to its rigid FixPlus connectors, which guarantee a firm and safe installation of the chair. In addition, the width and height are adjusted independently, adapting to the child's growth. The headrest and seat are reclining in 4 positions for a more comfortable ride.
Brighten up the trip
For the holidays to begin on the right foot, have fun also during the journey, especially if it is a displacement of many hours. Children can get tired or easily bored if they have to spend a lot of time in the car, so take your favorite music, some toy or book and even some audiovisual to watch while you arrive at your destination. Don't neglect the water and some healthy pecking, like fruit or snacks. So, during the stops you can have a small picnic.
You can also take advantage of the breaks to visit a nearby point of interest, consulting before leaving or watching the directions you will find along the way. In this way, the journey will not make you so heavy. And remember that all these recommendations, you must keep them in mind when you return.
Everything good ends and, unfortunately, the holidays too. After enjoying a few days of disconnection and relaxation, it will be time to return to the routine. But think positive, they will have been fantastic days in the company of yours, and hundreds of photos and shared moments will remind you of this trip for a long time.
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