Travel that’s family-oriented, rather than for business, is supposed to be an enjoyable, exciting adventure. The good news is that, with careful preplanning, vacation travel can be a stress-free way to make great memories and possibly take a few epic selfies, too.
Bring plenty of activities to keep all members of the party quietly entertained, especially for any long bouts on public transport. (CroMary/Shutterstock)
Pick a Time and Place
As with so many things in life, planning is critical to the success of family travel. And it can actually be fun.
The first and easiest thing to do is to choose a destination, a decision that impacts all subsequent steps. With a destination in mind, the next task is to determine how you will get your family there. For nearby destinations, the family car may be the best option, but for trips further afield, commercial air travel is most likely the clear choice….