A multitude of psychological studies show that the things we do make us happier than the things we own. If you’re already overwhelmed by the newest toys and tech being touted everywhere, here are three ideas to make it a holiday season that will live in your family’s memories for years to come.
Plan ahead now and investigate these three options for a great family vacation. We’ve got the rundown on how to keep all ages entertained, food choices for all, opportunities for parents to get some alone time, and child safety. Book it today and wrap it up for a big surprise on the big day!
ALL- INCLUSIVE RESORTS
Designed to give everyone something to do, and parents time to themselves, a trip to an all-inclusive resort could be just the ticket. Offering a range of entertainment, daily activities might include character meet-and-greets, teen video game lounges, and adult beach parties and karoke contests. Options for young diners range from kids’ menus to snack bars and ice cream parlors, and usually there’s at least one big buffet restaurant with choices galore. For a timeout for parents, supervised camps keep little, and not-so little, kids occupied with games, watersports, crafts and more. And safety is a top priority. Most camps are run and staffed by professionally-trained childcare workers, and there’s typically a nurse on site 24 hours a day.
CRUISES
Today’s fantastic ships offer plenty of activities, from bumper cars and water parks for kids to comedy shows, cooking workshops and computer classes for the adults. Most restaurants on board offer kids’ menus, plus fine dining, pizza joints and hot dog stands. For parents to get some alone time, most ships offer camps for kids of all ages, plus after-hours childcare so parents can squeeze in a couple of date nights. As with the all-inclusive resorts, certified counselors are in charge of the camps, and on many ships, kids get a wristband with a microchip that stores their vital information and lets you track their whereabouts.
GUIDED TOURS
A number of tour companies specialize in multi-generational trips. Their itineraries are packed with activities designed for everyone from kids to grandparents. Food choices are covered with children’s menus, and many tours offer regional dining experiences that kids will love. For adult alone-time, many of the hotels offer babysitting services, but most of these trips revolve around the theme of family togetherness. So no wristbands required! Since the goal is togetherness, you’ll keep a watchful eye on your kids (and maybe your parents) most of the time.
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