If you are planning to take your little ones on a holiday abroad this summer, making sure that they’re entertained for the whole duration of the trip is probably your top priority. Travelling with kids means a lot of careful planning, and that doesn’t just stop at researching destinations, stocking up on sunscreen, and packing away activities for the flight. In order to make sure that everybody has the best family holiday ever, it’s a good idea to have your itinerary planned out before you go so that everything runs smoothly. Here are our top tips for what to do on a summer holiday with your kids.
Tours and Excursions
Exploring the country you’re visiting can be really exciting for little ones, and it can be a great experience for you, too. If you love to see new places and visit attractions and destinations, a guided tour is the best way to go when you’re travelling with your little ones. Look out for tours that include child-friendly destinations and make sure that there’s plenty for the whole family to see and do. Taking guided tours not only mean that you’ll get to see some great places, landmarks and other things – but it’ll also take some of the pressure off yourself when it comes to organising your holiday.
Beach Fun
If you’re going to a beach destination, you’re in luck as the beach is one of the best places to take the kids on a summer holiday. Make sure that you visit a beach which has a beach club that’s child-friendly and provides children’s entertainment, so that you can relax and sunbathe knowing that your little ones are safe and entertained nearby. Along with that, the beach is a great place for loads of wonderful summer holiday activities such as snorkelling, jet skiing, boat rides, or even making sandcastles and playing ball games on the sand!
Museums
Depending on where you are planning to visit, you might be able to find some great museums which can provide a welcome break from sitting in the sun. Visiting museums abroad can be a great way to spend a day with your family, as not only do you get to see some really cool exhibits, it’s also a wonderful chance to learn a little more about the country where you’re staying and its history.
Day Trips
When you’re on a family holiday, there’s no need to stay at the resort for the whole time, or even in the area around it. It’s a great idea to consider renting a car or looking up public transportation details in the area so that you can go on day trips and travel further afield. Renting a car is often the best way forward for families as having your own transportation means that you’ve got more independence and can comfortably travel around without relying on buses or trains.
Do you have any top tips for what to do on a summer holiday with kids? I’d love to hear from you in the comments.
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Some great tips. You do have to do a lot of planning for a holiday with a little one but it’s definitely worth the effort! #KCACOLS
I’m normally all for just chilling by the pool as my eldest will splash about all day. However this summer with a 5 month old it’s going to be a bit different so think there’ll be more going for walks and doing things to keep her happy! #kcacols
First time we will go on a proper on holidays with the little one… Excited but I need to make sure that I am well prepared too! Lovely pics of your kiddies on holidays x #KCACOLS
Beach days are always a hit with our girls. They’d go everyday if they could. Oh, and to the pool. Especially if there are slides! #KCACOLS
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Some fab ideas here for family holidays! Our next one is just me and my partner, we’re off to Norway for a week on a cruise and can’t wait! Our last family holiday was spent in Disneyland and we also love to visit caravan parks as there is always so much to do with Kids there. Thanks so much for linking up to #KCACOLS hope to see you again next time!
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Great ideas! Will keep this in mind when we get brave enough to take both kids away on a proper holiday abroad! x #KCACOLS
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