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Children have a way of making travel feel much longer. It is possible to make the trip one you will remember fondly and even want to repeat. You just have to do a little planning, a little research, and practice lots of patience. Here are some tips. By Cameron Van Traveling with children can be so overwhelming that many people just avoid it all together. Whether the trip is five hours or five days (or simply five miles), children have a way of making it feel much longer. It is possible to make the trip one you will remember fondly and even want to repeat. You just have to do a little planning, a little research, and practice lots of patience. 1. Know the limits - and not just of the children. Although it is important to understand how long your children can sit in one place without getting a little wacky, it is equally important to find the limits that you and your spouse have. If one person snaps, the rest are likely to go pretty quickly. 2. Plan for breaks before you reach the limits. Mark out your path on a map and find destinations where you can let everyone out to run and release some energy. Find restaurants with indoor playgrounds or great rest stops for a picnic. Use the Internet to discover little known landmarks or points of interest. Keep the stops different, and you will find that they become an exciting and treasured part of the trip. 3. Divide and conquer. Too much together time will push any family over the edge. Be sure that the children have time away from each other - maybe a short walk or outing with a parent one at a time. Even more important, be sure that adults have alone time - especially if they aren't good in the middle of chaos. 4. Interact with each other. Although DVDs and headphones can be a wonderful relief, don't let them hog the party. Play games with the children, or sing songs and tell stories. If you take time to communicate with them, they are less likely to feel compelled to 'communicate' with their siblings (screaming, kicking, hitting, or throwing). 5. Pack the snacks - and keep them fresh and light. Loading anyone up with sugar and caffeine is not a good idea for confined spaces. Make sure the snacks are healthy and fresh (fruit, popcorn, pretzels) and the drinks are caffeine-free (Sprite is a good choice for the road). Long road trips can try anyone's patience. When you add children into the mix, it can get painful. Instead of avoiding family outings, find ways to make them work. These tips are sure to get you on your way. About the Author: Cameron Van writes for Low Fares. Find cheap flights to top destinations. Article source: 111 Travel Directory: Triple1.com (triple one dot com) More free articles: 1st Rate Articles - 1stRateArticles.com |
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