27 family travel tips to make your vacation as smooth as possible
loveEXPLORING staff
16 November 2021
Putting the fun in family travel
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Choose your destination carefully
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Involve the kids
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Don’t reinvent the wheel
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Make the most of those pre-school days
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Think about travel times
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And book seats while you’re at it
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Pay for a seat for little ones (if you can afford it)
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What do you need from your accommodation?
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If in doubt, go for self-catering
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Go where other kids go
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Sort your vaccinations and COVID Pass
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Get your admin in order
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Create a packing checklist
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Pack strategically
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Don't be a pack horse
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Plan your travel to and from the airport
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Get to the airport/port/terminal in good time
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Don’t forget the on-board entertainment
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Or scrimp on the snacks
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Build in time for jet-lag and use it to your advantage
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Swerve service stations for sights
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Don’t over-plan or over-spend
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Pre-book attractions and activities
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Have a budget
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Download local taxi apps
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Adjust your expectations
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But don’t forget it’s your holiday too
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