Childhood is fleeting, but the memories of childhood can last a lifetime. What we tend to remember most fondly are shared experiences and family traditions.
One way to add the sort of magic that can be treasured and passed down is to take on fun goals or challenges as a family. Here are some ideas to inspire your own.
Travel
Family travel is one of the most impactful shared experiences a family can embark on. It takes you out of the day-to-day, encourages presence of mind, and is enriching, educational, and fun!
One way to encourage more family travel is to take on a travel challenge together. Perhaps you set out to visit all 50 states. (My family is halfway there.) Perhaps you want to visit every continent or every country in the world (quite the goal). Perhaps you want to see the Seven Wonders of the World or every baseball field in the United States. Maybe you want to try the top ice cream shops, pizza places, or three-star restaurants. The possibilities are endless—from landmarks to hotels to amusement parks to historic places….